Gum Disease

Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases

This message from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry  in Alexandria looks at gum disease. The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has an important job. It safeguards the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar

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Preventing Gum Disease

Hearing that you have periodontal disease (gum disease) can be upsetting. Here at Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria, Virginia, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender

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Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria VA, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth, but also with how it impacts your complete physical health and general well-being. Today’s post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to Alexandria residents with diabetes as

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Diabetes and Gum Disease in Alexandria

At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth, but also with how it influences your complete physical health and general well-being. This post looks at the connection between diabetes and gum disease. Scientists have known for quite some time that people with diabetes have higher rates

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Sore Tooth? Don’t Wait! Pain Free Dentistry in Mt. Vernon

People who wait to have a sore tooth checked usually end up saying “I wish I had come sooner!” This is especially true with patients of the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Mt. Vernon VA, where we practice pain free dentistry. No matter its cause, a toothache sends a simple, clear message: “See your

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If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?

This is an essential question occasionally asked by patients at Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly – not leave them alone. It is impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental

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Swollen Gums?

If you are a worried Alexandria resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40.1 Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry

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Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease For Mt. Vernon

Here is some vital news for Mt. Vernon residents: periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a major cause of tooth loss among adults. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages. So, what warning signs should people be looking for? 1. Gums that bleed very easily 2. Gums

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Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, occurs when plaque builds up along the gum line. You might also experience bad breath, painful chewing, and loose teeth.

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A New Reason To Eat More Fish In Alexandria

Hello Alexandria dental blog visitors, welcome to the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry blog. I am Dr. James D. Geren. I came across an interesting dental article on the Web MD Health News site the other day. The article is entitled ‘Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease.’ Author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent

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Alexandria dentists, Dr. James Geren and Dr. Zeyad Mady, of Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry, provide provide exceptional cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, family dentistry and more for the Alexandria and Mount Vernon, VA area, including the communities of Old Town, Woodbridge, Newington, Franconia, Rose Hill, Lorton, Huntington, Fort Belvoir and Groveton, Virginia and zip codes 22306, 22308, and 22309.
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