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Dental Emergency

Sunday, July 11th, 2010

We are open on the weekends.  Saturday and Sunday by appointment only.  please call 703-522-2600

Dental Emergencies

When the average dental patient is dealing with a dental emergency it is hard to determine when to call the dentist. Most dentists will tell their patients if it hurts call us immediately. Tooth pain can indicate a more serious problem and the longer a patient waits the worse the pain will become. Doctors Roca in Arlington, Virginia provide  24 hour emergency care and Saturday office hours.  They will provide quality care for any circumstances.

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Children dentist in Arlington Va

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Americans spend billions of dollars a year on dental care but ironically, most of that money is spent on fillings and root canals –the expensive aftermath of years of oral health neglect.
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Study after study show that children who receive good oral health care starting at a young age tend to have less oral health problems as adults, yet 1 in 5 children don’t see a dentist each year according to a  study released by The Pew Center on the States in February, 2010. In an article published by USA Today (2/23/10), it was reported that the Pew Center on the States study found not only “one in five U.S. children go without annual dental care, but that most states lack key policies to ensure access to cost-saving preventive treatments.”
The Pew Center on the States is a non-profit policy analysis group that scored each of the states on eight policy benchmarks considered critical to children having access to and receiving dental care. A full report, entitled “The Cost of Delay: State Dental Policies Fail One in Five Children” is available online at www.pewcenteronthestates.org/costofdelay.
In order to receive a grade of “A”, a state had to meet at least six of the eight benchmarks. Only six states received an “A” grade. The majority of the 50 states (36) received a grade of “C” which is meeting only four of the eight policy benchmarks. In fact, the Pew Center found that two-thirds of the states were scoring a grade of C or worse.
A couple of the benchmark policies (on which the states were graded) that stand out as being achievable with relatively little cost and with a significant return on investment for both children and taxpayers include:
  • School-based dental sealant programs
  • Fluoridated water

If you have any questions about dental care for your kids please contact us.
 

 

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Arlington Water and Fluoride

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Can the consistent use of bottled water result in individuals missing the benefits of optimally fluoridated water?

Yes. The majority of bottled waters on the market do not contain optimal levels (0.7-1.2 ppm) of fluoride. Read more about this in the online version of ADA’s Fluoridation Facts.

Can home water treatment systems (e.g., water filters) affect optimally fluoridated water supplies?

Yes. Some types of home water treatment systems can reduce the fluoride levels in water supplies potentially decreasing the decay-preventive effects of optimally fluoridated water.

For more detailed explanations, read the ADA’s Fluoridation Facts booklet. It is a 70-page comprehensive encyclopedia of fluoridation facts with over 200 scientific references. Order your copy of ADA’s Fluoridation Facts (Item No. J120) from the ADA Catalog.

The best option is to test your water after it has been filtered.  To do this try calling Water Control Center at (703) 228-6555.   Or private companies such as Burke water testing at 703-250-7711.  Once the fluoride count it found, bring it to your dentist for proper analysis.

If you have any questions please call or email Dr. Roca

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What is Bonding?

Monday, February 1st, 2010

Bonding on the front teeth is an excellent method for repairing minor imperfections such as chips and stains. It can also be used to fill gaps between the teeth called diastemas. Although no cosmetic dentistry procedure can take the place of good oral and periodontal hygiene, bonding can brighten your smile quickly and easily.
 

 

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Pediatric dentistry

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

We have had several comments about the new article run by ABC news last week.  http://abcnews.go.com/video/playerindex?id=9640692

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Saturday Dentist

Friday, November 20th, 2009

DentalRoca, of Arlington, Virginia, is proud to announce that we have extended our office hours to include some evenings and Saturdays. As your dentist, it is important for us to provide flexible hours to meet your dental needs. Please call your Arlington Dentist in advance as these new hours are quite popular and are booked quickly. Additionally, if you are in pain, we provide emergency care both weekdays and weekends.
 
 

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