Alexandria parents who want their children to develop healthy habits know that they need to set the example. The “Do as I say, not as I do,” approach does not instill confidence in children. If we want our child to exercise, we should get off the couch ourselves. If we want our child to settle…
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3 Behind-The-Scenes Dental Advances For Virginia
Categories: General Dentistry
Prince William County dental patients who have undergone a smile redesign are probably aware of the latest cosmetic dental procedures popular in the Alexandria area. These include metal-free fillings, porcelain veneers, invisible braces, implant-anchored dentures, and inlays/onlays. Today’s Prince William County dental post focuses on some nifty dentistry advances that are used behind-the-scenes to benefit…
Restoring Smiles At Center for Dental Anesthesia In Alexandria
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A great smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At Center for Dental Anesthesia, we not only restore teeth to their original condition; we make many Alexandria smiles better than they ever were before! Some patients have only a few problems they wish to correct. Perhaps one or two teeth are misshapen and…
Infancy Through Childhood: Instill Good Brushing Habits
Categories: General Dentistry
New Alexandria parents may be surprised by the American Dental Association’s recommendations on infant oral care. Parents are advised to begin brushing their baby’s teeth as soon as the first teeth emerge. After all, brand-new teeth are just as vulnerable to dental caries as older teeth. Parents are encouraged to use a cloth and a…
Less Is More In Dentistry
Categories: General Dentistry
There are meaningful new developments in Virginia dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dentist Zeyad Mady and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and innovative…
What Have We Done For You Lately?
Categories: General Dentistry
At Center for Dental Anesthesia, everything we do is for the welfare of our valued patients. We are dedicated to providing quality, compassionate dental care tailored to each patient’s singular needs. We know that optimum oral health is an essential element of overall physical health and that dentists do more that just “drill and fill.”…
Oral Health For Alexandria Diabetics
Categories: Oral Health
Today’s Alexandria dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Alexandria Diabetics.’ Many Alexandria people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Alexandria diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many Alexandria dentists have…
Filtered Alexandria Water And Oral Health
Categories: Oral Health
A simple way for Alexandria residents to choose beverages that won’t harm their teeth is to keep it simple and make water their go-to drink. However, for safety, thrift, and convenience, many dental patients choose to drink bottled water or filter it themselves at home. Filtered water can be detrimental to oral health if it…
When Style And Oral Health Collide
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Alexandria, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Dentist Zeyad Mady, a dentist serving the northern Virgina, Annandale, and Prince William County areas. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they think about the possible detrimental…
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
Categories: Oral Health
Believe it or not plaque can rear its ugly head in any Alexandria mouth – even yours – no matter how meticulous you try to be. If you have deep grooves, watch out. If you have a receding gum line, watch out. If you are a candy-loving Alexandria resident with the proverbial sweet tooth, watch…
