At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we use cosmetic dentistry every day to create fabulous new smiles for our patients. We call this a “smile makeover.” It can transform your smile into something spectacular, but it’s more than just appearance. A smile makeover means using the techniques of cosmetic dentistry to make positive…
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Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference

It should only take about five minutes, but it might just save your life: an oral cancer screening at The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. If you’ve ever wondered why, at each checkup, we ask you if there have been any changes to your medical history, one of the reasons is to help us…
Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous

In this post from the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we’ll get right to the point. While tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are popular and even commonplace, there are lots of reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears. Here are five really good ones: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in…
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel

Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! This substance, found on the outer surface of your teeth, is meant to last a lifetime. At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandira, we remind you that while enamel is super strong, you have to take care of it! Here…
Cancer and Dental Health

Cancer is a frightening disease that has affected the lives of millions of people. About 1.5 million new cases are diagnosed in the United States, each and every year.[1] Special Needs Dentistry Interested in more Special Needs Dentistry posts from the Center for Dental Anesthesia? Click here. Cancer annually claims hundreds of thousands of lives,…
Dental Implants: Too Good To Be True?

Dental implants from The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria can be used to replace one or several teeth, or even anchor a set of dentures. They look and function like natural teeth. Does that sound too good to be true? You’ve probably heard some dental implant hype. Bite and chew like normal! Implant-supported dentures…
Let Your Smile Show Who You Really Are

A smile communicates your emotions better than words ever can. The absence of a smile also sends a clear message. What if you want to smile but the issues with your teeth prevent you? Cosmetic dentistry from the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria can help. You may have a warm and engaging personality, but…
Oral Health In Childhood Has A Lifelong Impact

Keeping your child’s teeth healthy is critical, which is why we like to see our youngest patients for regular checkups at the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. Tooth decay and gum disease can restrict speech development and make it more difficult to eat. Unhealthy teeth lower a child’s self-confidence. This, in turn, puts mental…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile

You know the old saying: prevention is the best medicine. At The Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we are big advocates of preventative dentistry as the best way to maintain dental health. Preventative dentistry, though, is more than healthy teeth and gums. Your dental health is directly related to your overall health. Poor dental…
Want To Perk Up Your Smile?

To upgrade your smile with cosmetic dentistry, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with us at the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life significantly. Many of our patients feel more self-confident in personal…