Teeth are meant to last a lifetime, which is why early dental care is so important. At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we are committed to pediatric dentistry. A big part of keeping teeth and gums healthy is daily care. That means teaching your youngsters good brushing and flossing habits. It also means […]
Pediatric Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria
At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we pride ourselves in giving patients the information and services they need, which sometimes includes sedation dentistry. When patients are in need of a filling or a crown, we take the time to explain the treatment and why it needs to be done. We also explain how […]
Find Time To Floss! Tooth Pain in Alexandria
People who don’t regularly floss their teeth sometimes say it’s difficult to fit flossing into their daily routine. At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we think finding a few minutes to floss is better than dealing with the tooth pain that is likely to come if you don’t. Flossing should be part of […]
Kids Who Like Dental Visits? Pediatric Dentistry in Alexandria
At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we feature pediatric dentistry, and are proud of the fact that most of our young patients love visiting our office. We believe that establishing a positive relationship with the dentist at an early age is essential to lifelong dental health. The Oral Health – Physical Health Connection […]
Limit Sugar For Healthier Alexandria Kids
Categories: Pediatric Dentistry
Every health-conscious Alexandria parent knows that sugar is the number one cause of cavities for Virginia kids – and plenty of us adults also snack on too many sweet snacks and beverages. Because of cavity risks, low nutritional value, and high calorie content, many Alexandria parents want to limit the sugar in their children’s diets. […]
Are Childhood Cavities Inevitable?
Categories: Pediatric Dentistry
Alexandria parents who want their children to develop healthy habits know that they need to set the example. The “Do as I say, not as I do,” approach does not instill confidence in children. If we want our child to exercise, we should get off the couch ourselves. If we want our child to settle […]
