A wise person once said that everyone wants a long life, but no one wants to get old. Yet it happens. Maturity may bring certain rewards, but it can also bring challenges, such as missing teeth. At the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry on Alexandria, we restore missing teeth with dental implants. Dental Implants Are…
Dental Health
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
If you have missing spaces in your smile due to cavities, injury or some other reason, there is hope. If your existing teeth are stained, decayed, or broken, there is hope. If your teeth have always been misshapen, or crooked, there is hope. Cosmetic dentistry from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria can…
Think A Missing Back Tooth Is No Big Deal?
Most people are embarrassed by having a missing tooth in the front of the mouth. It may not be fair, but a gaping hole would have negative connotations for just about anyone. We can address that issue with a dental implant, at the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. But what about a missing…
Should I Get An Implant Immediately After A Tooth Extraction?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Do you have a tooth that is beyond saving? Considering a a tooth implant from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria? There are advantages to combining the extraction and implant placement in one procedure. Let’s talk about the benefits of same-day extraction and dental implant placement. 1. You retain healthy bone As soon…
It Doesn’t Take Long To Beautify Your Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Are you so busy you can’t find the time to improve your smile? The Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria can help restore missing, cracked, or discolored teeth—sometimes in just one visit. It’s been said that cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art. That’s a workable definition. More to the point, though, is…
Why Is An Implant Better For Oral Health?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Dental implants are an ideal replacement for lost teeth, and more than three million Americans have one. At the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we are providers of these dental marvels. What Is A Dental Implant? A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. For a single…
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is inflammation or infection of the gums. It is a treatable condition, at the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. It is so pervasive in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the ADA. If left untreated, it can cause…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
At the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria we are big advocates of good dental health, in particular regular brushing and flossing. Since we’re a dental practice that should come as no surprise. Many of our patients bring questions with them to their checkups, like which toothpaste to use or proper tools and techniques.…
Let’s Talk About Your Smile! Schedule A Dental Implant Consultation
What’s the first step in getting a dental implant? It’s not an X-ray. It’s not an exam. It’s an informative, low-key consultation with us at the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. Take Your Time We don’t pressure you into treatment. We simply explain your options and answer your questions. Take all the time you…
What Is Oil Pulling?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
This post from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria looks at oil pulling, an alternative practice that has been generating some buzz lately. Is it a reliable therapy, or just a fad? Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It involves swishing oil in the mouth for…
