Saliva And Dental Health

Saliva And Alexandria

In this post, the dentist at the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria considers the significance of your saliva. Though you may think it’s gross, saliva is critical for dental health as well as digestion. Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals.…

Do Whitestrips Work? Teeth Whitening in Alexandria

Do Whitestrips Work in Alexandria?

If you’ve visited the toothpaste aisle at the grocery store lately, you’ve probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. Over-the-counter whitening products can give you good results. But professional-grade whitening by the Center for Dental Anesthesia goes far beyond any commercial product. These products include: Whitening Rinses Whitening rinses kill bacteria,…

Sedation Dentistry At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria

Annandale family dentist

At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we pride ourselves in giving patients the information and services they need, which sometimes includes sedation dentistry. When patients are in need of a filling or a crown, we take the time to explain the treatment and why it needs to be done. We also explain how…