This message from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: the dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the introduction of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation who have missing or damaged teeth…
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No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we stay on top of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a compelling field of research: genetic dentistry. According to Mary L. Marazita, director of the Center for Craniofacial…
Dental Assistance for Medically Complex Cases
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we know some cases require special attention. In addition to our care- and patient-focused approach to special needs dentistry, we also provide dental assistance for any and all medically complex cases. Sometimes, a patient cannot visit the office due to disability. Other times, they suffer from…
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Your teeth are among the strongest parts of your body, but they are not indestructible. Far from it! A fall, a collision, or any number of other accidents can result in a chipped or broken tooth. If it happens to you or a loved one, contact us at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria…
Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
Many of the patients who visit The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA have questions about cosmetic dentistry. There is some reliable information online, but there are many questions that only a dentist can answer. New improvements in cosmetic dentistry have made it safe, affordable, and worth your consideration if you want to improve…
Fluoride Treatments: Not Just For Kids
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” Fluoride toothpaste is good for teeth, and at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we encourage its use. Fluoride is an essential mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpastes more…
Just Like Natural Teeth (Naturally Perfect Teeth, That Is!)
Is your smile beginning to look a little dull? Has its luster faded over the years? Maybe you’ve got a chipped tooth; maybe even a couple. You don’t have to live with these imperfections if you don’t want to. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, porcelain veneers can mask these and other…
Care for Special Needs Patients at Center for Dental Anesthesia
At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA, we believe all patients should be entitled to proper dental care and a long, healthy dental future. This is why we offer special needs dentistry for any and all patients who need extra care. Whether you or your loved one have a regular dentist or not,…
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Ever get something stuck between your teeth? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At best, something stuck between your teeth is bothersome, especially if it takes a long time to remove it. At worst, it is painful, and requires professional attention, like what we provide at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. Some…
Sparkling Smiles With Safe Bleaching
One of the easiest ways to improve your smile cosmetically is through teeth whitening. Whitening teeth is a fairly simple, non-invasive method to improve your overall appearance and bring confidence to your daily interactions with people. Before beginning the procedure of teeth whitening, Center for Dental Anesthesia recommends each patient meet with their dentist for…
