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Come to the Washington D.C. dentistry office of Dr. Peter Merai to discover Invisalign, the invisible way to straighter, healthier teeth.

There have been over 1,000,000 patients who have used Invisalign braces to get the smile they want. Why not let yours be the next success story?

As opposed to conventional braces, the clear, removable design of Invisalign is incredibly convenient. First, daily life goes on without anyone knowing that you’re straightening your teeth. Invsalign aligners can be removed for eating and drinking, which makes meals easier while also promoting good oral hygiene by reducing plaque buildup, tooth decay and periodontal disease. Given its lack of metal parts, Invisalign is also a much more comfortable option than what has been available in the past.

Designed by leading orthodontists and FDA cleared, Invisalign corrects many common issues such as overbite, underbite, as well as spacing and crowding.

The system also has many benefits beyond straightening your teeth:

Healthier gums
Studies show that properly aligned teeth help the gums fit tighter around the teeth, which promotes periodontal health.

Improved chewing and speech
Misaligned teeth and jaws that go without treatment can lead to painful chewing and speech issues. Invisalign works to better align your teeth and jaws.

Easier cleanings
One of the Invisalign system’s best qualities is that it uses no metal bands, brackets, or wires that may trap food and plaque like traditional braces do. Easy to remove. Easy to clean.

Inquire about Invisalign at Leading Washington D.C. Area Dentist

An alumnus of Boston College and Howard University College of Dentistry, Dr. Merai is the leading cosmetic dentist serving Oxon Hill, Fort Washington, Temple Hills, Clinton, Upper Marlboro, Camp Springs, Alexandria and Washington D.C..

For more information on Invisalign or to schedule an appointment with Washington DC dentist, Dr. Merai, visit: http://www.washingtondccosmeticdentists.net/washington-dc-dentists-dental-services/invisalign-braces/

Don’t Wait for the Tooth to Ache To Visit a Washington DC Dentist

It is well known that frequent dental exams lower the risk almost completely that you will ever have a tooth ache again, yet most people will delay going to a dentist for years!  People will consistently continue their other medical exams and ignore the one part of their body that is always open to germs, bacteria and infection!  Dr. Merai, a Washington DC dentist, advises and educates his patients to get frequent dental exams to prevent decay, diagnose problems before they begin so you don’t become one of the victims of periodontal disease.

Healthier Teeth and Gums Can Lead to a Healthier Life

Research has shown that infections associated with periodontal disease, or gum disease, can lead to other severe health risks.  Inflammatory conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and other systemic diseases have a correlation with gum health.  Proper oral health care is crucial to optimum overall health.  Dr. Merai, a Washington, DC gum disease specialist, says that 80% of American adults have some form of gum disease.  Treating symptoms in the early stages helps manage and prevent periodontal disease.

Your gum tissue is not attached to your teeth as high as it looks.  There are very shallow V-shaped pockets between the tooth and gums.  Periodontal disease is an infection of that tissue that supports your teeth.  70 % of tooth loss is from this chronic inflammation.  Dr. Merai serves the Washington, DC area and specializes in gum disease.  Gum disease starts with the basics of not brushing or flossing correctly and a lack of routine in oral health.  Warning signs are:

• Bad Breath
• Red or Swollen gums
• Tender or bleeding gums
• Painful chewing
• Loose teeth
• Sensitive teeth

A visit to Dr. Merai, an Oxon Hill gum disease dentist, will start you on the road to maintaining oral health, treat symptoms early, prevent periodontal disease and save you money in the long run.

Dr. Merai and his staff have your best interest in mind in achieving and maintaining a beautiful smile and healthier gums and teeth:  Teeth that you can be proud of inside and out.

Call Dr. Merai, an Oxon Hill and greater Washington, DC area gum disease specialist at 301-567-9844 for more information.

Washington DC dentist, Dr. Peter Merai of Comprehensive Dental Care of Oxon Hill, is now featured live each week on Washington news radio, 1450 AM.  Dr. Merai will be discussing a variety of healthy living topics ranging from periodontal disease to oral cancer.

Washington residents can learn the latest news in oral health care, as well as discover valuable tips and advice for maintaining optimum oral health.  Every Monday from 12:30-1pm, Dr. Peter Merai will be featured live on WOL 1450 AM.  Dr. Merai will present news and information on a wide range of important health topics such as side effects of certain medications, the link between periodontal disease and diabetic patients, implant surgery and restoration, sedation dentistry, the relationship of oral health to overall health and wellbeing, healthy diets, exercise and much more. 

An estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of periodontal disease, an infection of the tissues that support the teeth.  Research has shown and experts agree that infections associated with periodontal disease can lead to severe health risks including stroke, heart disease and other life threatening systemic diseases. 

Dr. Merai’s goal is to help Washington residents by educating them on how to prevent these very serious diseases and offer nutritional and healthy lifestyle habits as ongoing solutions.  “This is information that unfortunately much of the general public is either unaware of or has turned a blind eye to,” says Dr. Merai, “I hope that by raising awareness of the seriousness of proper oral health care for optimum overall health, Washington residents will take a more serious approach to adopting a healthy lifestyle.”

Washington residents can listen live every Monday from 12:30-1pm online at http://woldcnews.com/ or by tuning their radio to WOL 1450 AM. 

About Dr. Peter Merai

Dr. Peter Merai is one of the most well known general and cosmetic dentists in the Washington DC area. Dr Merai served as a clinical instructor at Columbia University and Howard University. He received his BS in Biology from Boston College and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington DC.  Dr.  Merai is near completion of a four year part time study leading to his Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry.

For more information, visit http://www.washingtondccosmeticdentists.net