Top 10 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental exam in a while, give us a call at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. Consider these important reasons for having regular cleanings and checkups: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way…
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5 Cavity Basics
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Preventing tooth decay is one of the main reasons people come to us, at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. In this blog post, we’ll describe five things you should know about cavities. Cavities means tooth decay. They happen when certain bacteria produce acids that destroy a tooth’s hard surface, called enamel, and…
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with all your responsibilities. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty items on your to-do…
Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Too tired to touch a toothbrush? We’ve all been there. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA we have two quick ideas to overcome your exhaustion and pick up your toothbrush. Idea #1 Drag Tongue Along Teeth As you lie there in bed after a long hard day and realize you forgot to…
Our Focus On Inclusive Dental Care
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we know that dental care – and healthcare, in general – can be hard to access for patients with disabilities. It’s also worth noting that, even when the access is there, it can still be hard to find a practice that can ensure their comfort, dignity,…
Have Your Dessert!
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Do you have a sweet tooth? Join the club. For many of our patients at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, it’s not realistic to recommend avoiding sugary treats; especially so close to Halloween! If you fit that category, here is something useful to know: eating sweets at certain times is better for…
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…
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…
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…
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…