This is a critical question occasionally asked by patients at the Center for Dental Anesthesia. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is practically impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental brush.…
General Dentistry
A Calm Dental Procedure Free of Overwhelm
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
If the thought of dental procedures makes you feel anxious, you are not alone. Dental anxiety is a common phenomenon that typically stems from fear of pain and discomfort. While the fear is valid, it should not prevent you from attending to your oral hygiene and dental health. At the Center For Dental Anesthesia, we…
Think Before You Pierce
If you are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, this post is for you. Please consider the following: Infection Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. Dentists and doctors are continually treating severe…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive problems. The best-selling mouthwashes have a considerable amount…
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…
6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of Center for Dental Anesthesia are given 6 important instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you attain the proper outcome. This important knowledge about your dental experience opens up a conversation…
Which Is The Best Toothbrush For Virginia Residents?
One of the most important tools for maintaining oral hygiene is a toothbrush. However, with so many types of toothbrushes available in the Alexandria Virginia market, it can be overwhelming to choose the best one for you. Choosing the best toothbrush can depend on a lot of factors. Our team at Center for Dental Anesthesia…
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…
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Hi kids, adults, and golden-agers in Alexandria. No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are an important practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! (If you don’t have any teeth, communicate with us about dentures and dental implants.) At Center for Dental Anesthesia, we have an excellent…
