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CT Scan/Cat Scan

KODAK 9000 3D  CT Scan.  We are currently offering CAT scans in Arlington va for $250.  If you have medical or dental insurance please dont forget to bring your insurance cards because both may cover the scan.   In an ongoing effort to provide you with the best care possible, we have recently added the KODAK 9000 3D CT scan […]

Invisalign

Our current special for Invisalign is $2590 for mild cases.  More than 1/3 of our cases qualify as mild Invisalign treatment.  We also offer low monthly payments of $119 with no down payment.  With this treatment you also receive the professional teeth whitening service for free.     Please call  (703) 522-2600 to book your free consult.   Invisalign® utilizes 3-D computer […]

Dental pain

We are open on the weekends to treat your dental pain.   Saturday and Sunday by appointment only.  please call 703-522-2600 and you will be prompted to dial option “1” to be connected to Dr. Roca’s cell phone.  If there is no answer please leave a message and he will get back to you. Dental Pain When the average dental […]

Gum disease effects your whole body

Gum disease will afflict 75% of adults after age of 35, and it’s their major cause of tooth loss. Unfortunately gum disease is a silent killer.  Most people are unaware that they have gum disease.  The most common symptom is bleeding gums. With bleeding gums, it is important to interact early.  If caught early enough, it can be reversible by […]

Dental implants to replace missing teeth

Dental Implants   The perfect smile is the window to better social relations. A better social life equals a better life. But it’s pretty hard to smile when you don’t feel or look like it, dental implants may help. Not everyone was blessed with a Colgate model’s smile. It could be a mix up by the higher powers or an […]

What are retainers?

Retainers are removable or fixed appliances usually made of acrylic, metal or a combination of both. “Tooth positioners” are a type of rubber retainer that resembles a mouthguard. Retainers are worn after Invisalign are removed to keep the teeth and jaws in place until they are accustomed to their new positions.

Mission of Mercy

On Friday and Saturday both Dr. Rocas volunteered over 25 hours to the Mission of Mercy project. M.O.M is a volunteer project where people 200% below the poverty line can qualify for free dental work. MOM project  

What is a dental Inlay and Onlay?

Dental Inlay & Onlay More conservative than a crown, a dental inlay and onlay are two methods of restoring normal tooth structure after decay or other damage. Inlays and onlays are known as indirect fillings because unlike a standard filling that is done in a dentist’s office, both are made in a laboratory and cemented or bonded to the surface […]

Mouth Guard

A mouth guard is a flexible plastic appliances worn to protect the teeth, lips, cheeks, tongue and jaw. They are used during activities that can damage the teeth, most often during contact sports and – surprisingly – during sleep.Properly fitted mouth guards can also help reduce the risk of head, neck and brain injury by absorbing and dispersing some of […]

When should I use Fluoride toothpaste with my kids?

A popular question from my patients is when should I start using fluoride based toothpaste on my children’s teeth. I highly recommend using fluoride toothpaste at age 2, but only if the child can spit out the toothpaste. Children are more prone to the ill effects of fluoride compared to adults. This is why correct brushing trumps an age cutoff […]