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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Is Your Smile Holding You Back?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
In this post from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we begin with something we’d classify as Murphy’s Law: one of those things that’s bound to happen. You leave the house on a pressing errand, looking completely disheveled. Inevitably, you bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your ill-fitting sweatpants…
The Unsung Heroes Of Dentistry
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we know that the dentist is the first person that comes to mind when thinking of dentistry. However, our team is made up of several crucial members, all of whom work in tandem to make your experience as comfortable and successful as possible. So, while we…
Looking for a Long-Term Tooth Whitening Solution?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
Are your teeth yellowish or gray? Have you tried a whitening product without success? Do you have tetracycline stains? At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we see patients with these problems every day. The goods news? You don’t have to live with a subpar smile. Porcelain veneers can transform your teeth and…
Dental Phobia Relief For Special Needs Patients
Categories: Dental phobia, Special needs dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we help special needs patients with reliable, adaptable dental care. We know that the term “special needs” is a catch-all. However, as Dr. Zeyad Mady has stated, we consider the term to refer to “the inability to ‘cope’ with a traditional dental office setting, whether it…
Beating Horrible Halitosis
Bad breath is no fun at all, but there are things you can do to combat it. If bad breath is an issue for you or a loved one, talk to us about it at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. Common, garden-variety bad breath is caused by the things we eat and…
4 Ways To Get Your Teeth In Line
Categories: Clear braces, Cosmetic Dentistry
Perhaps getting everything lined up for a breathtaking smile can take a bit of work. Often, teeth can become misaligned, overcrowded, or abscessed. In any one of these cases, cosmetic dentistry from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA can help! We offer Invisalign® clear braces, which can help you restructure your teeth without…
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Nervous about an upcoming procedure? At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, our team has compiled 6 ways for you to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big day. Remember that your team is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Our dental assistants, hygienists, and receptionists will welcome…
Our Dental Practice Makes Space
Categories: Oral Health, Special needs dentistry
The team at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA knows how hard it can be for the parent or caregiver of a child with special needs to find a dental practice that makes space for physical and mental disabilities. In order to solve this problem, our mission has always been to create a…
Discover Why Patients Trust Us With Their Smiles
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
There are a lot of dentists out there. That’s just one reason why we work so hard to exceed expectations and build patient trust, at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. We may provide the dentistry, but it’s not about us, it’s about you. From the dentist to the hygienist to the folks…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we never take teeth for granted – but then again, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share…