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…
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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…
Do You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
A lot of people clench or grind their teeth, especially as they sleep. It’s called bruxism and can lead to jaw pain and tooth damage. If this sounds like you or someone close to you, talk to us about it at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. Most grinding occurs during sleep. If you…
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Proper nutrition can benefit you in many ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we ask: How often do you consider how your diet affects your dental health? Your diet influences your risk of cavities, enamel…
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
This message from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria focuses on a very serious issue: oral cancer. Oral cancer claims tens of thousands of lives each year, which is why we offer oral cancer screenings at each checkup. Early detection can make all the difference! At home, you can pay attention for any of…
Healthy Tooth Enamel
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is neither indestructable nor renewable. It’s important to brush and floss daily, and have regualr checkups at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. We recommend using a toothbrush with soft bristles. Use it after every meal to gently clean away food particles.…
3 Ways To Keep Your Mouth Happy!
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria our objective is to help every patient who comes in for an appointment to have the best possible oral health. This post focuses on something that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a…
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Most people brush their teeth every day (at least we hope so). However, there are many who brush incorrectly, not realizing it may be contributing to oral problems. Here are some smart brushing tips from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria: One of the most important things to remember is to use a gentle…
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day. But thanks to modern anesthesia, like what we use at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, it’s really just an inconvenience. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes what is ordinarily simple, like…
