Most people who are considering cosmetic dentistry are aware of the various procedures that an improve their smiles. We’re using this post from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria to describe a few of them. There are porcelain veneers: a custom-made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make […]
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You Know It When You See It
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
You may not be able to express why all the elements of someone’s smile blend in perfect harmony, but you know it when you see it. Some people are born with naturally great smiles. But chances are, the truly beautiful smiles are the result of cosmetic dentistry, like that provided by the Mt. Vernon Center […]
Spotlight-Ready Smiles From Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry In Alexandria, Virginia
A mouth full of unattractive teeth can really distract from a beautiful person’s appearance. Having a red-carpet-worthy smile from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria can bring you increased satisfaction and confidence in your social interactions with your distinguished A-list friends. This smile, however, doesn’t have to have a celebrity price tag. We […]
A Dentist’s Indispensable Tool: The X-ray
Categories: Dental Health, Dental x-rays
Providing quality dental care is much easier for the dentists at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria VA when we have extensive, comprehensive information about the patients’ oral health. A picture is worth a thousand words, right? They’re more useful than written notes. To go a step further: pictures that show what’s going on […]
4 Reason To Look For The ADA Seal
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
When you go to the store for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, and other oral care products, the team at the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria VA reminds you to be sure you choose products with the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. In this post we look at four ways the ADA seal […]
Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Health Threat
Categories: Family Dentistry, Sleep apnea
At the Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria VA, we often see patients who say they have been struggling with insufficient sleep for months or even years. Some of these people end up being diagnosed with sleep apnea or related conditions. You Can’t Just “Tough It Out” The reluctance to request treatment is lamentable, […]
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
While poor oral hygiene is the most common cause of halitosis, many conditions can contribute to or exacerbate the condition. One of these, the team at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria VA explains, is the lack of saliva or xerostomia. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and removes odiferous […]
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria VA, we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you steer clear of twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any cavities, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to come in. In the last […]
Dental Confidence Or Caution
Whether you are one of the folks who goes willingly for your check-up, or are hesitant about getting dental work done, Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria VA is here when you need us. The cost of dentistry doesn’t have to be an unknown. A suitable consultation can bring you up to date about […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular dental floss?They might be a little easier to hold, and it’s better to floss with a pick than not at all. But at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria VA, we recommend traditional dental floss or tape. Here’s why: A floss pick holds just a small section […]
