Peter Passero MD

Physicians & Surgeons, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontists

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Phone: (703) 821-4040

Address: 1430 Spring Hill Rd Ste 101, Mc Lean, VA 22102

Peter Passero MD

Diagnostic

Dental Examination
New patients receive a comprehensive examination which includes a screening for oral cancer, gum, bone disease and systemic disorders. A routine oral exam is performed on established patients to determine any changes in dental and health status since the previous visit.
X-rays
It is recommended to have a full set of dental x-rays taken once a year during a regular dental checkup. Most dental insurance plans will cover the cost of x-rays taken once a year and should not be skipped out on. Dental x-rays will expose any problems that might be currently present and can be used to prevent problems that may occur in the near future. Tooth roots, jaw bone and sinuses are all visible with a quick x-ray which allows us to detect problems with the bone surrounding teeth and even allow us to see teeth that have not erupted such as permanent teeth in children or wisdom teeth in adults.
Oral Cancer Screening
During every dental checkup, we will visually check and feel around for any signs of oral cancer. We check for signs of visible lesions inside the mouth and gently feel around the jaw for any lumps or swelling that may be present. Many early signs of oral cancer can go unnoticed by people as they go about their daily lives but we want to make sure that your overall oral health is in as best condition as possible when you see us for a dental checkup.

Preventive

Teeth Cleaning
Many times peri-implantitis is asymptomatic, meaning that there is no pain at all. The treatment for peri-implantitis is varied and tailored to every patient. There are several options when considering the best treatment for peri-implantitis. These options include: conventional bone grafting and laser therapy. LAPIP therapy (laser) can many times be used to clean and sterilize the implant surface and allow for the body to grow bone in the previously infected area. Peri-implantitis is yet another reason why dental cleanings and check-ups are so important. The sooner it is addressed, the better the prognosis.
Fluoride Treatment
For children between the ages of 6 and 16, we will generally incorporate a fluoride treatment to help strengthen tooth enamel that can prevent cavities. Fluoride treatments are also beneficial for adults.

Restorative

Veneers
Restore all the lower and/or upper teeth with crowns and veneers to preserve the optimal occlusion (bite) that was achieved with the orthotic in phase I.
Crowns
If the front teeth are too short or of uneven length, crown lengthening might be indicated to achieve a more pleasing appearance.
Bridges
If removable dentures and partials are replaced with implant-supported fixed bridges, the overall enhancement in quality of life is even more significant.

Endodontics

Root Canal Treatment
When a tooth has had a root canal (nerves have been removed from the tooth) leaving the tooth brittle and susceptible to fracture. Teeth with severe fractures are usually extracted and are ideal candidates for replacement with dental implant treatment.

Periodontics

Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty
Periodontal Surgery
There's much less discomfort with the LANAP® Protocol than with standard periodontal surgery -- during and after the procedure.
Deep Cleaning
During your dental checkup, we use a special tooth scaling tool that is used to effectively remove the hard build-up of tartar. This process is most commonly known as tooth scaling. Scaling will remove tartar build-up on the front and back surfaces of your teeth, just above the gum-line. Sometimes, we may detect tartar working its way below the gum line. In these cases, root planing, also known as a deep cleaning is necessary to remove this tartar from the tooth's root.

Prosthodontics

Dentures
Many patients complain that when they received dentures, they noticed pain in the jaw, headaches, ear problems and other symptoms. Sometimes taking the dentures out will relieve those symptoms.
Overdentures

Implants

Dental Implants
Specializing in periodontics and implants since 1984, our practice hosts a staff of caring professionals dedicated to restoring your smile and enhancing your overall health.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
Osseous Surgery
Traditionally, gum disease is treated by eliminating the gum pockets. The infected gum tissue is treated and bone damage corrected. This is still an effective and predictable way of treating the damage caused by gum disease. It is often combined with new and more sophisticated procedures to regenerate lost structures.
Tooth Extractions
Bone Grafting
S.M.A.R.T. Minimally Invasive Bone Grafting was created by Dr. Ernesto Lee in 2017. S.M.A.R.T. stands for S ubperiosteal - M inimally Invasive - A esthetic - R idge Augmentation - T echnique. It is a type of bone grafting that is minimally invasive and the surgery consists of just one small incision. This technique is revolutionary and makes the patient treatment experience of needing bone grafting, exceptionally simplified and with less discomfort. S.M.A.R.T. bone grafting is able to regenerate jawbone just within this one singular procedure.

Orthodontics

Orthodontics
Braces

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Cosmetic Dentistry
Periodontal procedures are available to lay the groundwork for restorative and cosmetic dentistry and/or to improve the esthetics of your gum line. Your teeth may actually be the proper lengths, but they are covered with too much gum tissue. Crown lengthening is a procedure to correct this condition.

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