Alexandria endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching…
Cosmetic Dentistry
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
Not happy with your smile? Have you been asking yourself about upgrading your smile? Do you have a missing tooth that visually bothers you or your spouse or partner? Could your smile be holding you back in business or social pursuits? Are you sick and tired of loose dentures slipping around in your mouth? Whatever…
Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?
You can’t buy tooth implants at Costco. You can’t compare relative costs on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s website. There is a reason for this. A tooth implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all. The price of a permanent tooth implant depends on many factors. First, let’s specify what we are talking about. A dental…
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…
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…
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many individuals with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s difficult to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive look for…
Beware Of Hidden Sugar
We guide our dental patients at Center for Dental Anesthesia to watch their sugar intake to prevent cavities and other health issues. If you are trying to de-sugar your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as evident as the frosting on a piece…
Is Perfect Possible?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
Are you contemplating a smile makeover? Are you skeptical of promises of a “perfect smile” or a “celebrity smile?” Let’s address the most popular cosmetic dental procedures and the results that can be expected. Composite Veneers The application of porcelain veneers at the Center for Dental Anesthesia can remedy several aesthetic dental issues and is…
Alexandria Wants Silver Screen Smiles
With the constant media coverage of celebrities, many Alexandria dental patients are interested in having a smile like the stars. With an experienced dentist and the right smile makeover procedures, anyone can have a smile they want to show off. Lighten Your Smile Many smile makeovers include teeth whitening. There are a variety of ways…
What Does A Beautiful Smile Say About You?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
It’s not just about looks. According to research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. You Can Beautify Your Smile Our smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria have experienced…
