There is always going to be a need for dentistry aimed at people with special needs. That’s the topic of this article – but we begin by acknowledging that not everyone likes that term, “special needs.” The National Center for Biotechnology Information, for example, calls it “an ineffective euphemism,” while the folks over at the…
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The Future Of Tooth Decay In Alexandria
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
The importance of brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we stress to all of our patients, at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. Coupled with twice-a-year checkups and cleanings, it’s the best way to maintain healthy teeth and gums, and your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you…
How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria for regular checkups. Did you…
Overcome Dental Phobia And Achieve A Beautiful Smile
For millions of people, the mere thought of going to the dentist sends their anxiety level through the roof. This emotion can range from anxiety to outright phobia, and can be so intense that some people avoid the dentist entirely. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we can help with sedation dentistry. To…
Stick Out Your Tongue!
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth and gums on a daily basis. These conditions can affect the tongue. We’re using this blog post to discuss the tongue. Have you ever considered all the important things your tongue can do? It helps us talk, perceive the…
Hate Your Dentures?
Categories: Dental health, Dental Implants
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. Implant-supported dentures are already worn successfully by hundreds of thousands of people. If you…
A Ginormous Cavity?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
When we repair a decayed or damaged tooth at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, the procedure we use depends on the location of the problem. If there is a chip, crack, or tooth decay on the biting surface of a tooth, an inlay or onlay is often created to restore it. Inlays and…
Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away
Categories: Perfect smile, Teeth Whitening
What does it take to really change the way you look? Long hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in town? What about a visit to The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria for professional teeth whitening? You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results.…
A Youthful Smile At Any Age
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Aging is an inescapable fact of life. While some of the challenges that come with it cannot be avoided, others can. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we help patients of all ages with their dental health issues. Many dental problems that are common with aging include missing teeth, gum recession, tooth damage,…
Let That Winning Smile Shine
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Perfect smile
Everyone wants a winning smile. But as we age, it can get harder and harder to keep your smile brilliant. We have good news! Cosmetic dentistry from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria can transform your smile! Cosmetic dentistry is a range of dental procedures that can revitalize your winning smile. And that, in…
A Facelift For Your Teeth?
Porcelain veneers are thin shells of medical-grade porcelain or resin. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, one of their uses is to improve the appearance of a smile. They’re like a facelift for your teeth! Are there aspects of your smile you don’t like? It might be a tooth damaged with a chip…
