Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment – what you might call an ugly duckling? No matter how hard you try, it detracts from your smile and is impossible to ignore. We can fix it with cosmetic dentistry at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. Dental bonding is an affordable…
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You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Chronic bad breath can happen even when you do everything right: brushing and flossing after meals, using mouthwash, and having regular checkups at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. If you are doing everything right but still coping with bad breath, don’t make any changes right away. Brushing longer and more forcefully isn’t…
Wear A Crown In Alexandria
Categories: Dental crown, Dental health
Dental crowns are among the restorative procedures we use most at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria VA. Crowns restore and protect a tooth that has been damaged, or had dental work. Each crown is custom-made to fit the tooth it is for. This type of crown is sometimes called a “cap” because of…
Are Dentures the Only Answer for Extensive Tooth Loss?
Categories: Dental health, Dental Implants
Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime, and with proper home care and regular checkups at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, they can. But sometimes things go wrong, in spite of everyone’s best efforts. Dental implants are an ideal solution for anyone who loses one or more of their natural teeth. Dental…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a hard…
Smile More, Live Better
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Perfect smile
If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. You may even make a conscious effort to avoid smiling in public. Cosmetic dentistry from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria can give you a smile you’ll be proud of! There are a range of cosmetic dentistry procedures, any…
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease
Here is important news for anyone who cares about their dental health: gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is associated with heart disease. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, gum disease is easy to treat if it is caught in the early…
3 Reliable Steps To Find a Dentist
Looking for a new dentist? Maybe you’re new in town, or maybe you’re just looking for a change. Whatever the reason, The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria has some suggestions you may find useful. It isn’t a decision you want to make lightly. Ideally you should establish a relationship that you can count on…
Test Your Cosmetic Dentistry IQ
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Perfect smile
Are you up on the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures offered at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria? Take our quiz and find out! 1. This popular treatment uses a dental composite that resembles enamel. This composite is applied to the surface of the teeth, sculpted, and then hardened and polished. A. Veneers B. Flossing…
Royalty At Center for Dental Anesthesia
When we crown one of our patients at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The need for a dental crown is usually apparent. Crowns (sometimes called caps) restore a decayed or damaged tooth to its original size, shape, and functionality. Crowns are sometimes extended down…
