Not happy with your smile? Have you been asking yourself about upgrading your smile? Do you have a missing tooth that visually bothers you or your spouse or partner? Could your smile be holding you back in business or social pursuits? Are you sick and tired of loose dentures slipping around in your mouth? Whatever…
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Are You Watching For Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, Sedation Dentistry
Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These small holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have untreated cavities. However, by taking a few necessary precautions, we can stave off tooth decay…
Bringing Dental Care To Those With Special Needs
Categories: Special needs dentistry
Dental care is essential for maintaining oral and overall health. It is recommended that individuals visit their dentist regularly to keep their teeth and gums healthy. However, for those with special needs, visiting the dentist can be an overwhelming experience. That’s where the Center for Dental Anesthesia comes in. This specialized dental center is dedicated…
Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?
You can’t buy tooth implants at Costco. You can’t compare relative costs on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s website. There is a reason for this. A tooth implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all. The price of a permanent tooth implant depends on many factors. First, let’s specify what we are talking about. A dental…
A Calm Dental Procedure Free of Overwhelm
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
If the thought of dental procedures makes you feel anxious, you are not alone. Dental anxiety is a common phenomenon that typically stems from fear of pain and discomfort. While the fear is valid, it should not prevent you from attending to your oral hygiene and dental health. At the Center For Dental Anesthesia, we…
Think Before You Pierce
If you are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, this post is for you. Please consider the following: Infection Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. Dentists and doctors are continually treating severe…
Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Tooth replacement has been a highly requested dental service at Center for Dental Anesthesia. When my patients inquire about tooth restoration, I generally tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth that replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a pontic—is fused to porcelain crowns…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
What Does Your Alexandria Dentist Need To Know?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
For optimal dental health, all Alexandria, residents should be visiting their dentist twice a year for scheduled cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also critical that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any…
4 Important Reasons to Floss Every Day in Our Alexandria Area
Categories: Dental health, Sedation Dentistry
Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Alexandria area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Alexandria area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many…
