At Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we don’t like providing the reality check; especially around the holidays. Everyone wants to think positively and enjoy their time, and that’s well and good. But we would be an ineffective dental team if we didn’t remind you to take extra care of your teeth this holiday …
Cancer remains one of the scariest diagnoses anyone can get. Oral cancer is especially frightening, because it generally has a higher mortality rate than other cancers. Please keep reading this post from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, because we actually have some encouraging things to tell you. The reason that the death rate …
When you do an Internet search for a dentist, you may comes across the terms “family dentist” and “general dentist.” You mean there’s a difference? At Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we’re going to explain. There is indeed a difference, but it’s a subtle one. The main differenced is in the age of …
Teeth grinding is a common behavior among people of all ages. Known formally as bruxism, it is when someone involuntarily clenches or grinds their teeth. It can have serious consequences, but is treatable at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria . Teeth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect children …
Most of us have been warned about the harmful effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of unmanaged stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep. The team at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria reminds you that stress can do a number on your teeth, …
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. In this post from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we offer tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Don’t Chew On Hard Things: Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, and even popcorn – the kernels can do damage. Also be …
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria twice a year. Your dental …
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, this Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria post is for you. We’ll discuss dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At our practice, we see decay and gum disease far too often in …
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. In this post from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we offer an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Avoid chewing on hard things. Patients should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Beware …
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues subside. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in …
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