For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance providers don’t cover teeth implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurance companies rarely make coverage decisions based on…
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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…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Unfortunately, periodontitis (advanced gum disease) is very common. But completely preventable. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy: If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups. Not major treatment. 1. Brush properly Brush for two to three minutes,…
Personal Transformations at Center for Dental Anesthesia
Hello, friends of the Center for Dental Anesthesia! Thanks for stopping by the ultimate cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are talking about personal transformation. Many people want to reinvent themselves in at least one facet of their life. Some folks are training for a new career. Some men and women have made a healthy lifestyle…
Quality Dental Care: A Responsible Investment
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Restorative and cosmetic dentistry options at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA might seem like a frivolous and ultimately unnecessary expense. After all, aren’t routine dental checks and the occasional drill-and-fill enough to maintain a smile? In the best of cases, this can be true. However, for a large number of patients, cosmetic…
Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics
Center for Dental Anesthesia patients use the word “cavity” often when discussing oral health practices. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic. At Center for Dental Anesthesia we think it’s great that people in the Alexandria area are so conscious of their teeth, and we feel that having…
Standard of Care in Special Needs Dentistry
Categories: Special needs dentistry
When it comes to dental care, special needs patients require an extra level of attention and expertise. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia, we understand the unique needs of special needs patients and strive to provide a safe and comfortable experience for each individual. We take pride in providing our clients with high-quality care and…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Categories: Dental health
Your teeth can last a lifetime. With a few daily precautions and regular checkups at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, you’ll go a long way toward making sure they do. If you do any of the following, we recommend that you stop: Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or…
Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Superficial cuts in the skin vanish without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues abate. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in…
We Understand Dental Anxiety
Categories: Dental phobia, Sedation Dentistry
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental…
