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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Think Before You Pierce
If you are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, this post is for you. Please consider the following: Infection Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. Dentists and doctors are continually treating severe…
Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Tooth replacement has been a highly requested dental service at Center for Dental Anesthesia. When my patients inquire about tooth restoration, I generally tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth that replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a pontic—is fused to porcelain crowns…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
What Does Your Alexandria Dentist Need To Know?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
For optimal dental health, all Alexandria, residents should be visiting their dentist twice a year for scheduled cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also critical that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any…
4 Important Reasons to Floss Every Day in Our Alexandria Area
Categories: Dental health, Sedation Dentistry
Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Alexandria area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Alexandria area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many…
Why Visit The Dentist?
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
In today’s post, we share a personal story from a patient: For quite a few years, I didn’t have ‘go to the dentist’ at the top of my to-do list. But all that has changed. I now consider visits a vital part of my personal health plan. Here’s why… Teeth won’t stay healthy without scheduled…
Versatile Veneers For A Vivid Smile
Categories: Porcelain veneers, Teeth Whitening
Have you ever wished you could quickly attach perfectly shaped, dazzling white front surfaces to your teeth? Guess what? You can! With porcelain veneers, you can eliminate smile imperfections in just one visit to your distinctive Alexandria cosmetic dental office. Simple procedure, dramatic results The advanced porcelain veneer is one of the most versatile items…
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive problems. The best-selling mouthwashes have a considerable amount…
The Advantages of Implant-Retained Dentures
Categories: Family Dentistry, Geriatric dentistry
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide several benefits over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Furnishes up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps patients taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are fixed…
Five Fast Ways to Improve Your Smile
Do you have a special event coming up? Perhaps a wedding, graduation, milestone birthday, anniversary, or reunion? These celebrations usually involve a lot of photographs and, of course, you want to look pleasing. You may not have time to lose 20 pounds, but you can dramatically perfect your smile with cosmetic dentistry. Here are five…