Do you know what it means to relieve man of his pain and suffering? Anesthesia is the most humane of all of man’s accomplishments, and what a merciful accomplishment it was. –Joseph Lewis People tend to associate dental anesthesia with patients who have anxiety or phobia. Fear of the dentist is, in fact, widespread. In…
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Smile Like You Mean It!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Perfect smile
Have you ever noticed how some people never show a genuine smile? Even in a family picture, they stay tight-lipped. Even if they’re laughing at the funniest joke ever, they cover their mouths. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we can improve any smile with the help of cosmetic dentistry. There are many…
Helping Alexandria Love Dental Visits
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
No one really enjoys going to the dentist, and at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we understand that. But we want all our patients to have a positive experience when they come in for an appointment, and we’re always willing to go the extra mile for their comfort. We want to be transparent…
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day. But thanks to modern anesthesia, like what we use at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, it’s really just an inconvenience. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes what is ordinarily simple, like…
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When Benjamin Franklin said that he meant fire safety. But like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of modern life. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we apply it to dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done…
What Can Center for Dental Anesthesia Do For You?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Whether it’s your first visit to The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria or your fiftieth, you can be confident that we will provide the highest level of dental care possible. If it’s your first visit, then we’ll begin by reviewing the state of your dental health and discuss any concerns you might have. Experience…
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
In this post from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we address the unpleasant topic of halitosis, also known as bad breath. While poor dental hygiene is the most common cause of halitosis, other elements can contribute to it, or even make it worse. One of these is the lack of saliva, or xerostomia.…
What Is Lurking Under Your Gumline?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Your dental health depends on healthy teeth and gums. Along with regular checkups at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, regular brushing and flossing helps keep everything in good shape. You already know, of course, how to brush your teeth. But there are best practices that you may not be aware of. Bearing in…
Why Aren’t You Smiling?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Perfect smile
It’s unfortunate, but true: a lot of people don’t smile because they are embarrassed by the state of their teeth. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, cosmetic dentistry can improve just about any aspect of your smile! When we think of smiles, the first thing we think of are the teeth, of course.…
Swollen Gums?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
If you are worried about swollen gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. You should have your symptoms checked out right away, because they could be a sign of gum disease, a serious but treatable condition at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. Gum disease is progressive. Before it reaches the advanced…
