This message from the Center for Dental Anesthesia and your dentist in Alexandria VA is for kids who want to make flossing a habit. It’s a good habit to get in to! Here are 5 flossing steps made so easy you can tick them off one finger at a time: Thumbkin: Thumb to Chest Reminder…
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Saliva And Dental Health

In this post, the dentist at the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria considers the significance of your saliva. Though you may think it’s gross, saliva is critical for dental health as well as digestion. Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals.…
Do Whitestrips Work? Teeth Whitening in Alexandria

If you’ve visited the toothpaste aisle at the grocery store lately, you’ve probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. Over-the-counter whitening products can give you good results. But professional-grade whitening by the Center for Dental Anesthesia goes far beyond any commercial product. These products include: Whitening Rinses Whitening rinses kill bacteria,…
Sedation Dentistry At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria

At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we pride ourselves in giving patients the information and services they need, which sometimes includes sedation dentistry. When patients are in need of a filling or a crown, we take the time to explain the treatment and why it needs to be done. We also explain how…
Find Time To Floss! Tooth Pain in Alexandria

People who don’t regularly floss their teeth sometimes say it’s difficult to fit flossing into their daily routine. At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, we think finding a few minutes to floss is better than dealing with the tooth pain that is likely to come if you don’t. Flossing should be part of…
Kids Who Like Dental Visits? Pediatric Dentistry in Alexandria
At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria we feature pediatric dentistry, and are proud of the fact that most of our young patients love visiting our office. We believe that establishing a positive relationship with the dentist at an early age is essential to lifelong dental health. The Oral Health – Physical Health Connection…
You Be The Judge: Cosmetic Dentistry in Alexandria

If you are researching smile makeovers, you have probably heard claims that cosmetic dentistry in Alexandria can provide you with a ‘celebrity smile.’ Are these superlatives simply exaggerations? We invite you to judge for yourself. Talk to the Center for Dental Anesthesia about a no-pressure smile makeover consultation. You can discuss your smile makeover goals…
Cosmetic Dentistry in Alexandria: It’s Not About Vanity!

Since 2015, the Center for Dental Anesthesia has provided confidence and dignity to our Alexandria patients through sedation dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. Not everyone is blessed with bright eyes and a beautiful smile. If only! We want you to be on the same footing as your friends, colleagues and customers. Wanting to look your best…
Cosmetic Dentistry in Alexandria: Dental Miracles

At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, cosmetic dentistry not only improves your smile, it improves the health of your teeth. It makes your face more pleasing and younger-looking, too, and can also help with TMJ issues. What’s more, cosmetic dentistry is surprisingly fast, and virtually pain-free. Why? Because of state-of-the art dental technology and…
Time To Upgrade Your Smile?

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many terrific possibilities for Alexandria residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked, but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the answer. Porcelain…