Today’s message focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many important functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This, in turn,…
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What Does A Beautiful Smile Say About You?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
It’s not just about looks. According to research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. You Can Beautify Your Smile Our smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria have experienced…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at the Center for Dental Anesthesia is constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is crucial, You’ll never hear one of us…
How We Accommodate Our Autistic Patients
Categories: Special needs dentistry
At the Center for Dental Anesthesia, we pride ourselves on providing safe, gentle, and compassionate dental care for all of our patients. We understand that visiting the dentist can be a stressful experience, especially for those who have autism or other sensory sensitivities. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to create a comfortable and…
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are permanent dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Permanent dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this article, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy…
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Though they are not as well known as conventional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Alexandria area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit dramatically from these slip-free dental…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have problems with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s message. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is important to come in for an exam. Mouth…
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
Categories: Restorative Dentistry
At Center for Dental Anesthesia, we provide innovative cosmetic dentistry. That means we correct all types of smile flaws. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many individuals don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it fixed. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can bring about…
Special Needs Dentistry, A Loving and Gentle Touch For Our Most Important Dental Clients
Categories: General Dentistry, Special needs dentistry
Everyone deserves a healthy and beautiful smile, and that includes individuals with special needs. Dental care can be challenging for patients with special needs, and it often requires special care and attention from dental professionals. At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we understand the unique dental needs of these individuals and provide…
