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Philosophy of the
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Dr. Usha Rana Welcomes you to Washington Dental Care.  We strive to provide the highest
quality dental care with gentle,
caring but efficient treatment. We wish to treat all our patients
as we would our family, as we would wish to be treated ourselves.
We provide patients with the best
and safest dental treatment with the highest level of comfort. All dental techniques performed are up to date and approved by
the American Dental Association.
 Our mission is to provide you with the best dental care
possible in a clean, modern, friendly dental office. We will strive to
keep your teeth as healthy as possible, so you can keep them all your
life. We will make your visits as pain free as possible. In the event that
you should ever have a toothache, we will get you out of pain as soon as
possible, even after hours. We promise to respect your time, by not making
you wait in our reception area. We pledge to treat you fairly, to
communicate, explain, to remember who you are, and to treat you like a
friend.
 Specializing in preventive dental care for
all, our office is totally committed to healthy, happy smiles. We are offering preventive care as well as
restorative and cosmetic dentistry and early orthodontics. We welcome new
patients!
We are excited about providing care from our
state-of-the-art facility.
We, along with our staff, would welcome your visit
and look forward to showing you the latest in dental technologies.
Our environment offers a glimpse at dentistry for the next
millennium.
We do believe that for successful dental care it
is important to have a family dentist who takes a sincere interest
in the patient's general health.
we know that time is one of your most precious
resources. We also know that you want quality care. That's why the
comprehensive care we provide is designed to last and be durable.
We also believe in getting to know you personally.
That helps us create an individualized treatment plan that takes
care of your special dental needs.
Our many years of
experience has taught us that comfort always comes first. Once you
visit us, it will change the way you think about dentists.
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Office Hours:
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| MWTHF: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
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| Saturday; 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM |
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| Closed: Tuesday and Sunday |
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Please call for a
preferred appointment today!
(201)659-9090
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| Flossing |
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Flossing your teeth should be
done once a day. This helps to remove plaque that builds up between the teeth
and under the gum line and cannot be removed by a toothbrush.
• Begin by taking about 30
to 45cm of floss, and winding the ends around the center fingers. Grip the floss
firmly with the index finger and thumb.
• Guide the floss between
the teeth using a gentle sawing motion. Using an up and down motion with the
floss curved around the tooth, scrape the sides of the teeth but be careful not
to snap the floss onto the gums. Unwind the floss when needed to ensure that a
clean piece is used for every tooth. Don't forget to floss between the back
teeth as well as the front teeth.
• If your gums bleed or feel
tender after flossing, do not be alarmed. The gums often take a little time to
become accustomed to flossing. If the bleeding or soreness lasts for more than a
few days, however, see your dentist.
• If your teeth are crowded,
you may find it easier to use a Teflon dental ribbon to avoid shredding and
breaking of the floss.
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| Better Brushing |
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To avoid plaque build up, it is
important to thoroughly clean your teeth and gums at least twice a day.
Remember, each tooth has five surfaces - a front, a back, two sides and a top.
The only one sure way to prevent dental disease is to clean every surface. It is
often helpful to use a disclosing solution to identify areas where plaque is
being missed. There are many tooth brushing techniques available and it is best
to ask your dentist to advise you of the one that is right for you.
The following instructions can
be used as a guide:
• Always use a soft
toothbrush and begin by placing the bristles at a 45 degree angle to the gum line
of your upper teeth. Gently jiggle the brush or move it in tiny circles over the
tooth and gum. It is important to spend about 10 seconds on each tooth. Move the
brush systematically around the mouth brushing all outside and inside surfaces
this way.
• For the chewing surfaces,
use a light back and forth motion.
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| A Personal Message |
We will always be responsive to our members' needs in improving this site.
Thanks for allowing us to help you achieve your goals in all areas.
| Dr. Rana Says... |
| Did you know?
During an average lifetime of 78 years, a person
will spend more than 1896 hours brushing their teeth, providing
they brush for two minutes, twice daily. Considering the amount of
time we devote to brushing in a lifetime, choosing the right
toothbrush is essential. We recommend that you replace your
toothbrush every three months.
Prevention of tooth decay, cavities, gingivitis
and more
serious gum problems including periodontal disease with associated
health problems is far more preferable than costly dental
treatment.
Good oral hygiene is essential to good overall
health. On May 25, 2000, the federal government released the first "U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health in
America." The report calls dental disease America's
"silent epidemic."
It
is very important that children brush their teeth three
times a day and avoid excessive consumption of soft drinks
and sweet foods. If they don't, decay will result which
leads to fillings in their teeth and even tooth loss.
Dental
health care starts as soon as babies get their first
teeth. Babies' teeth should be cleaned with a clean cloth
as soon as they show through gums. Parents should avoid
putting sweet liquids in baby bottles, especially before
bed. If a baby needs a bottle at night only water should
be used.
Junior
toothpaste is recommended until children begin school and
they must rinse the toothpaste off.
A well
balanced diet is very important in stopping tooth decay so
processed snack foods and soft drinks should be avoided
unless children can clean their teeth directly after
eating.
And,
don't forget to make sure your child has regular dental
check-ups.
The
best time to use any mouth rinse appears to be right
before bedtime. Since in many instances, bad breath
involves the back of the tongue, it is probably
helpful to gargle the mouth rinse. Some clinicians
recommend extending the tongue while gargling, in
order to allow the mouth rinse to reach farther back.
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