Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Almost anyone. However, there are some cases where the treatment may not be effective. A dentist may determine viable candidates for the process through a thorough oral examination and diagnosis. Nite White® is ideal for patients who have healthy, unrestored teeth and would like to have a whiter, brighter smile, day or night.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Ideally, a child’s first visit should be between 1 and 3 years old, where they can come say hello or accompany a parent to their dental cleaning for a show-and-tell. A child’s first appointment for a dental cleaning should be at 3 years of age. For more information on children’s services, visit our Early Treatment page.
• Fluoride Treatment
• Dental Sealants
  A sealant is a clear tooth colored liquid that hardens when it is painted on the deepest fissures of each tooth, acting as a barrier to protect the enamel from plaque. For more information on sealants, visit the Prevention section of our Early Treatment page.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  The “Maryland” bridge is commonly used to replace missing front teeth and consists of a filler that is attached to metal bands that are bonded to the abutment teeth. The metal bands consist of a white-colored composite resin that matches existing tooth color.
• Veneers
  Veneers are thin, semi-translucent “shells” typically attached to your front teeth. Veneers are customized from porcelain material and permanently bonded to your teeth. Veneers are a great alternative to otherwise painful dental procedures to improve the appearance of your smile.
• Crowns
  A wire engaged in orthodontic attachments, affixed to the crowns of two or more teeth and capable of causing or guiding tooth movement.
• Bridges
  Fixed bridge- this is the most popular and consists of a filler tooth that is attached to two crowns, which fit over the existing teeth and hold the bridge in place.
• Dental Bonding
  Often used to improve the appearance of your teeth and enhance your smile. As the name indicates, composite material, either a plastic or resin, is bonded to an existing tooth. Unlike veneers or crowns, composite bonding removes little, if any, of the original tooth.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  A root canal is a procedure that extracts decayed pulp from the central part of the tooth, reshapes the canal, and replaces it with strengthening filler.
• Apicoectomy
  Also known as a root-end resection, an apicoectomy literally means the removal of the apex of the root of the tooth. This procedure, done following a root canal, treats the bony area surrounding the end of your tooth, which has become inflamed or infected. By folding back the gum near the tooth, the doctor can access the underlying bone and extract the inflamed tissue. At the same time, the very tip of the root is removed and usually replaced with a small plug or filling. At this time, the doctor may treat the area with antibiotics and will then close the area with a small suture. Eventually, the jaw surrounding the tooth will fill in with bone, supporting the tooth as before. This procedure helps ensure the lasting result of your endodontic treatment.

Periodontics

• Deep Cleaning

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  When missing teeth and adjacent tissues, dentures are the primary option for the majority of patients. Over a series of appointments, Lans Family Dentistry will help you determine what type of appliance is the best fit for your mouth.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  At some point in their lives, almost everyone experiences a dental issue that can be difficult to resolve. Some of the most common dental issues include tooth loss and decay. Both conditions often require dental implants to help restore oral and dental health.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Jaw Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
• Ridge Augmentation
  – Ridge augmentation (soft or hard tissue-buildup), or restoring the natural shape of the jawbone by filling indentations left by missing teeth.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  At Ike Lans, D.D.S. & Associates Family Dentistry and Orthodontics, we strive to practice the golden rule. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
• Braces
  A Proxabrush is an interdental (between the teeth) toothbrush that you may use to clean underneath and around your wires and braces. Use the Proxabrush gently to avoid damaging your wires. The Proxabrush will help you to clean your braces while maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  If you’re looking for a fast way to dramatically whiten your teeth, Zoom! In-Office Whitening System may be the answer for you.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  You may obtain whiter teeth from a fast, safe and effective home tooth bleaching system to various cosmetic dentistry techniques. For more information on bleaching visit our Tooth Whitening page.
• General Dentistry
  Dr. Propoggio enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and strives to always produce beautiful dentistry that is functionally correct. The greatest personal reward she receives in her profession comes from the many underprivileged patients whom she treats at the Loudoun Adult Dental Clinic on Tuesday nights and in her own office. Dr. Propoggio serves on a planning committee and hopes to see a full-service adult dental clinic become a reality in Loudoun County. Dr. Propoggio also volunteers her care to patients from the Ruritan Charities.