Clear braces produce excellent results in many of our patients at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria VA. Unlike traditional braces, there are no wires or brackets or rubber bands. Even better, they are almost undetectable to people who are standing just a few feet away from you. Clear braces are so undetectable that…
Clear braces
Suspect A Bite Problem?

The topic of this blog post from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria is malocclusion, which is the technical term for misaligned teeth, or a “bad bite.” Many cases of malocclusion can be corrected with clear braces. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics coined the term. Malocclusion is fairly common, but fortunately,…
Not Too Late To Get Them Straight

Are you an adult in with misaligned teeth? Do you regret not having orthodontic treatment when you were a teen? At the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, it’s not too late to straighten your teeth. Invisalign clear braces produce excellent results in many patients. Unlike traditional braces, there are no wires or brackets…
Cosmetic Dentistry: A Primer

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…
Get Those Teeth In Shape!

Dental bonding is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures used and it’s not difficult to see why. There are many common dental problems that dentists can treat with bonding. Bonding uses a very sturdy resin material that is tooth-colored. The material is applied to the teeth while it is soft, much like putty,…
5 Ways To Floss Daily

Hello! If you want to floss regularly but are too tired at night, this post is for you. In our Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry blog, your Alexandria dentist wants to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss and keep your teeth and gums healthy. 1. If you’re an early riser, try…
Celebrity Smiles: Cosmetic Dentistry in Alexandria

Close your eyes and picture the most beautiful smile you have ever seen. What makes it so memorable? If you’d like a smile as unforgettable as the outstanding image in your mind, consider cosmetic dentistry from Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria. Cosmetic dental procedures include the ever-popular porcelain veneers, dental crowns, teeth whitening,…