Dr. Hyacinth Brown, DDS
Dentist
5480 Wisconsin Ave Suite 208 Chevy Chase Maryland, 20815About
Hyacinth M. Brown, DDS, is an established dentist with a private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland. She has 37 years of experience in the dentistry field and special expertise in cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Brown received her dental degree at the University of Maryland. She maintains active professional society memberships with the American Dental Association, the Maryland State Dental Association, the Southern Maryland Dental Society, Greater Washington Association of Women(GWAWD) and the National Dental Association.Dr Brown servered as the past president of the Southern Maryland Dental Society 2002 to2003.
Education and Training
DDS at the University of Maryland
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Do I need a dental follow up after getting dental implants?
All patients should have a dental home. Your treatment plans should be a coordination between your general dentist and the surgeon who placed the implants. The restoration of the implant should be between the surgeon, general dentist, or prosthodontist. READ MORE
How can I stop my husband from grinding his teeth in his sleep?
Your husband could benefit from a nightguard. This is a comfortable plastic appliance worn at night. A comprehensive examination by the dentist is required before this appliance is fabricated. READ MORE
I suddenly have a gap in between my front teeth. Why?
Several things could contribute to this condition. For example this could be due to gum disease, movement of the teeth due to other teeth missing and several other reasons. It is mandatory to have a comprehensive exam to fully evaluate your condition. READ MORE
Why does only one tooth area bleed when I floss?
Does food get packed in between the teeth? Is the tooth in alignment with the other teeth? Can you floss between the teeth? Evaluate these conditions then make an appointment for the dentist to fully evaluate the condition. READ MORE
Can I do teeth whitening with a front half fake incisor?
Yes you need to get a crown on the tooth that had the root canal. The crown should be made to match your natural teeth. You cannot whiten a crown. READ MORE
Can novocaine be used during cleanings?
Yes you can ask for an anesthetic to have your teeth cleaned. READ MORE
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Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- Maryland State Dental Association
- Southern Maryland Dental Society
- Greater Washington Association of Women
- National Dental Association
Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association, Maryland State Dental Association, Southern Maryland Dental Society, Greater Washington Association of Women, National Dental Association
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Get to know Dentist Dr. Hyacinth Brown, who serves patients in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
Recognized as a top dentist, Dr. Brown offers a variety of dental services, ranging from general dentistry to preventive care, at her private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland. By staying abreast of the latest dental technologies and procedures and utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, she is able to provide the most advanced, personalized dental care for patients and their families.
Some of the services that she offers include: bonding, cosmetic contouring, crowns and bridges, specialty dentures, cosmetic fillings, implants, veneers, whitening, sealants, root canal therapy, extractions, scaling and root planing, dentures, cosmetic dentistry, and Invisalign.
A graduate of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, Dr. Brown maintains active professional society memberships with the American Dental Association, the Maryland State Dental Association, the Southern Maryland Dental Society, the Greater Washington Association of Women, and the National Dental Association. She served as the President of the Southern Maryland Dental Society from 2002 until 2003.
Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.
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