For millions of people, the mere thought of going to the dentist sends their anxiety level through the roof. This emotion can range from anxiety to outright phobia, and can be so intense that some people avoid the dentist entirely. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we can help with sedation dentistry. To…
Dental health
Stick Out Your Tongue!
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth and gums on a daily basis. These conditions can affect the tongue. We’re using this blog post to discuss the tongue. Have you ever considered all the important things your tongue can do? It helps us talk, perceive the…
Hate Your Dentures?
Categories: Dental health, Dental Implants
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. Implant-supported dentures are already worn successfully by hundreds of thousands of people. If you…
A Ginormous Cavity?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
When we repair a decayed or damaged tooth at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, the procedure we use depends on the location of the problem. If there is a chip, crack, or tooth decay on the biting surface of a tooth, an inlay or onlay is often created to restore it. Inlays and…
A Youthful Smile At Any Age
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Aging is an inescapable fact of life. While some of the challenges that come with it cannot be avoided, others can. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we help patients of all ages with their dental health issues. Many dental problems that are common with aging include missing teeth, gum recession, tooth damage,…
Why Does Center for Dental Anesthesia Get So Many Patient Referrals?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Why do so many current patients recommend The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria to family and friends? When you ask a friend or neighbor ‘Who is your dentist?’, the answer is usually followed up with an explanation about whether or not they like their dentist and whether they would recommend them. Patients analyze a…
Not Happy With Your Dentist?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Looking for a new dentist? It’s easy to find one. A quick Google search, a patient review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick is finding a dentist you’re happy with! At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we’re proud of our positive online reviews. Even so, knowing whether…
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
If you have claustrophobia, you avoid enclosed spaces. If you have arachnophobia, you stay away from spiders. Fair enough! But if you fear the dentist you may be inclined to avoid checkups. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we know this is a bad idea. The connection between your dental health and overall…
A Proud Dental Practice
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we are proud to provide our community with the best dental care possible. It’s a lot of work running a dental office, but it’s an important function. We are commmitted to excellence in what we do. It is by now well-established that your dental health is linked…
Rather Have A Root Canal?
Categories: Dental health, Root canals
Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we perform root canal therapy routinely. A Straightforward Procedure Root canals are not all that complicated. The most important thing to remember is that the procedure is done to…
