Fear is a powerful thing. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we can help such people do something…
Sedation Dentistry
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…
3 Behind-The-Scenes Dental Advances For Virginia
Alexandria dental patients who have undergone a smile redesign are probably aware of the latest cosmetic dental procedures popular in the Mt. Vernon area. These include metal-free fillings, porcelain veneers, invisible braces, implant-anchored dentures, and inlays/onlays. This post from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry focuses on some nifty advances that are used behind-the-scenes to…
When Mommy Is Scared Of The Dentist
If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider sedation dentistry. First off, it is perfectly safe. At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria VA, we have been providing sedation since 1983. When choosing a type of sedation, it is helpful to consider the type of anxiety (fear of immobility,…
You Won’t Be Out Cold: Sedation Dentistry in Alexandria
Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you pass a dental practice? Sedation dentistry at the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria may be just what you need. About fifteen percent of Americans have dental anxiety to one degree or another.…
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…
Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
Many people have dental anxiety. If you’re afraid of the dentist, call Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry. We offer oral conscious sedation (sleep dentistry), cosmetic dentistry, and preventive oral health care in Alexandria.
Sedation Dentistry In Alexandria
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
Picture the following scenario: You are stretched out in a chair at your Alexandria dentist office holding a remote as you try to tune into your favorite Virginia radio station. A dental assistant clips a paper bib around your neck. Someone switches on a bright overhead light and you see latex-gloved hands moving toward your…
Oral Conscious Sedation
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
Some people experience severe anxiety when undergoing dental treatment. With oral conscious sedation, it is possible to relax during dental procedures instead of being tense and fearful. Oral sedation dentistry, relaxation dentistry, conscious sedation and anxiety-free dentistry are all terms used to describe this type of treatment. In addition to alleviating anxiety, oral conscious sedation…
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe For Alexandria?
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
When I discuss sedation dentistry with new Mt. Vernon cosmetic dentistry patients, I encounter many misconceptions. The purpose of today’s Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry article is to de-bunk some of the most common myths about dental sedation. Myth #1: With Alexandria Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious Some nervous Alexandria dental patients are not…
