Toothache Relief at Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria

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A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes, and the Center for Dental Anesthesia can help determine your root issue. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually taps the layer…

If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?

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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.…

How to Kick a Tooth Grinding Habit

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Plenty of individuals all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some people grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some people grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching of the…

5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts

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  Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At the Center for Dental Anesthesia, we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning.  If you forego semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any cavities, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to…

Our Top Five Great Toothpaste Recommendations

Our Top Five Great Toothpaste Recommendations

When it comes to maintaining good oral health in Virginia, using toothpaste is an essential part of daily dental hygiene. Toothpaste helps to remove plaque and food particles from teeth, preventing cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues. It also freshens your breath which makes for a good starting point for social success. With…

Why Special Needs Dentistry Is Crucial

Patients who have special needs often have a much harder time in social situations. One area that sadly contributes to people with special needs being singled out is a lack of easily accessible dental care. Though it’s deplorable, some folks just don’t understand how empathy works! This is compounded by the unfortunate fact that the…

Our Dental Practice Makes Space

The team at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA knows how hard it can be for the parent or caregiver of a child with special needs to find a dental practice that makes space for physical and mental disabilities. In order to solve this problem, our mission has always been to create a…