Why Is Sugar Bad for Your Teeth?

Sweet things are delicious. From chocolate and soda to juice and cake, we love sugar. Most of us admit to having an active sweet tooth, despite knowing that too much sugar is actually detrimental to teeth! But why is this the case? We've…

Options for Missing Teeth

If you have missing teeth, you are not alone. Many people, especially as they age, lose their teeth to decay, bone resorption, and different types of oral trauma and injuries. Missing teeth not only affect your appearance, they can also…

Common Causes of a Toothache

Uh-oh. You get a twinge of pain in or around your jaw. Maybe you feel it "in" a specific tooth or maybe it just feels like a radiating ache. Either way, your first thought might be that you are suffering from a cavity. This isn't necessarily…

Vacendak Dentistry Has New Hours!

Here at Vacendak Dentistry, we are always trying to make dental care (and daily life) easier for our awesome patients. One way we hope to do this is by switching up our office hours a bit so that it's more convenient for you to make time…

Virginia Commonwealth University Debuts Its Oral Research Ph.D.

Virginia Commonwealth University, where both Doctors Sheila and Daniel Vacendak received their Doctorates of Dental Surgery, is blazing new trails in dental research and innovation. The School of Dentistry made an announcement last week that…

Dental Health During the Holidays

This time of year is exciting for many reasons. Quality time with family, travel and delicious food all make the holidays special. It’s also a busy season and in the midst of gift-buying, cooking and attending holiday parties, it is easy to…

Dangers of Chewing Ice for Your Teeth

,
Habitual ice chewing is fairly common.   Many people use it as a method to alleviate dry-mouth and curb snacking. While this behavior may seem harmless (and rather refreshing!), the truth is that chewing on ice can wreak havoc on your…

Extended Wednesday Hours–Especially for Teachers!

Teachers do an important job in the Hampton Roads community. You work long hours in order to educate and nurture children, and we understand that it can be difficult to find time to take off for routine appointments like doctor and dental visits.…

Water and Your Oral Health

,
We are all aware of the health benefits of drinking plenty of water—better digestion, clearer skin and weight management number among them. But did you know that drinking lots of water also improves oral health? Here’s how. Bacteria and…

All About Root Canals

Have you ever heard the expression, “I’d rather have a root canal than…(insert undesirable thing here)?” Because of the commonly accepted idea that root canal treatment is one of the most painful dental procedures, many people are apprehensive…