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Dr. Ilaf Mawaldi
Orthodontist
From a young age, Dr. Mawaldi was drawn to the art of dentistry. His passion for crafting brilliant smiles was sparked in his teens when he got his braces done. Although his teeth were straight, he realized that a beautiful grin consists of so much more than perfectly aligned pearly whites. Today, as a board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Mawaldi is changing lives by going beyond straightening teeth. He’s proudly serving Midlothian patients with unmatched experience and highly personalized care. Taking a facial-driven approach, his goal is to bring a deeper sense of happiness, fulfillment, and confidence in each patient’s appearance.
Dr. Mawaldi earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and began his career as a general dentist. He became deeply passionate about the cosmetic facet of his practice and worked as a consultant for Ivoclar Vivadent, a renowned international company for cosmetic dentistry. He achieved his Certificate of Cranio Dental Maxillofacial Orthopedics at the France University of Bourgogne, where he gained extensive knowledge in facial aesthetics, facial harmony, and facial components. Harnessing an array of advanced clinical methods, he received his Certificate in Orthodontics at the State University of New York in Buffalo, where he also taught as a clinical professor for 10 years.
Demonstrating the highest standard of commitment and care in his field, Dr. Mawaldi holds a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He is also a certified smile designer and a member of the Virginia Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and World Federation of Orthodontics (WFO). Dr. Mawaldi constantly excels at the art of orthodontics through continuing education, publishing articles related to his field, and lecturing students around the globe.
Dr. Mawaldi earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and began his career as a general dentist. He became deeply passionate about the cosmetic facet of his practice and worked as a consultant for Ivoclar Vivadent, a renowned international company for cosmetic dentistry. He achieved his Certificate of Cranio Dental Maxillofacial Orthopedics at the France University of Bourgogne, where he gained extensive knowledge in facial aesthetics, facial harmony, and facial components. Harnessing an array of advanced clinical methods, he received his Certificate in Orthodontics at the State University of New York in Buffalo, where he also taught as a clinical professor for 10 years.
Demonstrating the highest standard of commitment and care in his field, Dr. Mawaldi holds a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He is also a certified smile designer and a member of the Virginia Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and World Federation of Orthodontics (WFO). Dr. Mawaldi constantly excels at the art of orthodontics through continuing education, publishing articles related to his field, and lecturing students around the globe.
Dr. Ilaf Mawaldi
- Midlothian, VA
- Accepting new patients
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How can I clean my Invisalign?
Use the same tablets we use to clean dentures
How long do veneers last on front teeth?
It depends on your teeth, the way they were made, and the way you are using them. In average, they last between 10 to 15 years.
Which dental brace is the best?
Any dental braces are good but must be from recognized and well known dental company
Is Invisalign comfortable?
Very convenient
How should I clean my Invisalign?
Use the same tablet we use to clean the dentures
How to fix tooth decay under a crown?
You need to get the crown removed and then get the decay taken care of then most likely you need a new crown
Retainer Problem
Check with your orthodontist as this might be damaged and not good to be worn
I forgot my retainer for 2.5 weeks will it still fit?
You will feel it’s a little tight because the teeth start to shift. Try to force it inside so the retainer can return the teeth to the right place.
Can a water flosser loosen a crown?
No, it should not loosen the crown unless there’s a deficiency in the crown or the cement that used to fix the crown.
Can you get Invisalign treatment with crowns?
Yes, you can get Invisalign treatment with crown
Can you use whitening toothpaste with braces?
Yes, you can
What are my options to fix crooked teeth?
There are different options based on your needs, such as metal braces, clear braces, hidden braces, and clear aligners.
Help.. Will this space close in two weeks?
It's difficult to tell as it depends on the force that your doctor is using and the teeth and how they respond to the treatment.
Do you fix a broken dental bridge?
Thank you for asking a question!! We are a specialty practice where we do orthodontics only. you need to find a general dentist who can fix the dental bridge for you.
What happens it i forget to wear my retainer for 3 days
There is a huge risk that the teeth might shift, and you will not e ale to fit the retainer again.
Braces
It should e an easy procedure. We remove the races then we clean the teeth from any remaining glue.