For many, the dentist’s chair is a place of severe anxiety and fear. Dental phobia is a real and debilitating condition that can prevent individuals from seeking necessary oral care. In addition, special needs individuals often face unique challenges when it comes to dental visits, requiring specialized care that not all dental practices are equipped…
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Questions To Ask Your Dentist
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Sometimes Alexandria residents research their mechanic or hairdresser more thoroughly than their dental professional. Shouldn’t your dental care be far more critical than the condition of your car or the style of your hair? At the Center for Dental Anesthesia, we love to answer questions about all facets of dentistry. For instance, you may have…
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At My Alexandria Home?
Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning from the Center for Dental Anesthesia if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are important because they work in tandem to maintain oral health. Dr. Zeyad Mady encourages patients to…
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
This is a critical question occasionally asked by patients at the Center for Dental Anesthesia. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is practically impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental brush.…
Tooth Tips For Traveling
If you plan on going on an extended trip, make sure it won’t interfere with any dental needs. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with our team at the Center for Dental Anesthesia before leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking you to developing areas without modern dental care.…
The Importance of Special Needs Dentistry
Navigating the world of healthcare for individuals with special needs can be complex, but our specialized services aim to make these experiences smoother, especially when it comes to oral health. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the crucial role special needs dentistry plays in the well-being of those who require unique care. At the…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Alexandria endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching…
How to Kick a Tooth Grinding Habit
Plenty of individuals all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some people grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some people grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching of the…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At the Center for Dental Anesthesia, we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you forego semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any cavities, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to…
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Categories: Dental health
Dentists know that a mouth examination can reveal issues in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath, bleeding gums,…
