Dental crowns have been around for millennia and are still used to restore smiles today. Ancient dentists used ivory, bone, and seashells to make crowns for teeth. Evidence of gold crowns dates from 200 A.D. Porcelain crowns appeared in the 1800s. With the advancement of metal casting methods in the 1900s, crown technology took a…
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Fun Floss Facts For Alexandria
Categories: General Dentistry
You probably believe that the most important aspect regarding flossing is simply to do it every day. We agree. However, many people find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them to establish or solidify the habit and get the flossing comfort they desire. Let’s explore some of the most common types…
Solving Dental Dilemmas At Center for Dental Anesthesia
Categories: General Dentistry
Alexandria cosmetic dentists use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth. Alexandria family dentists recommend crowns to remedy the following problems: A broken tooth with decay An ill-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has…
Why a Water Flosser Might be a Good Idea
Categories: General Dentistry
Today, we’re highlighting the water flosser, also known as interdental cleaner, interdental irrigator, or water jet. The first water-shooting device for cleaning between teeth was created in the early 1960’s by Colorado dentist Dr. Gerald Moyer and John Mattingly, a hydraulics engineer. The instrument is now known by the brand name Waterpik, though many people…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Categories: General Dentistry
Today in the Alexandria dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is usually caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they…
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become a bit careless about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In today’s message, our goal is for you to assess where you stand and examine whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and support your quality…
Has Your Smile Lost Its Luster?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello Alexandria! Has your smile lost its luster? Are your teeth discolored? If flashing a pearly white smile is important to you, I can help. My name is Zeyad Mady and I have been creating whiter, brighter smiles for patients in the Alexandria area since 2015 at Center for Dental Anesthesia. Whether your teeth have…
The Dangers Of Oral Infections
Categories: Oral Health
“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most Alexandria residents at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on…
What Is More Valuable Than A Diamond?
Categories: Dental Implants
“Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” -Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605 When Cervantes wrote Don Quixote, there was no way to replace teeth that were lost to trauma or decay. We are fortunate to live here in Alexandria at a time where there is a permanent cutting-edge replacement…
Cosmetic Dentistry: Gum Contouring
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are a regular visitor to our blog here at Center for Dental Anesthesia, you have probably read many articles on cosmetic dentistry procedures. Zeyad Mady is a master of smile makeovers. Dental bonding, crowns, and porcelain veneers can take care of teeth that are chipped, broken, or misshapen. Our northern Virgina, Annandale, and…
