A serious side effect of losing a tooth by extraction, accident, or disease is the potential for bone loss. This can be minimized, or even avoided outright, with a dental implant from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job …
In this post from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria we talk about smile makeovers. Some people think the term is synonymous with cosmetic dentistry. Are the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips in your upper …
Flossing is one of the most important things you can do to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Doing it is simple enough, but as in most things there is usually room for improvement. At The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria we think trying out different types of floss is a good idea, …
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What comes to mind when you think of healthy living? A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? A cholesterol test that shows your arteries are looking good? If you pictured a white, healthy smile free of cavities, The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria salutes you. Essential Dental Health …
Dental crowns are restorations cemented over a tooth. They are held in place with a strong adhesive, but on occasion they can come off, especially after a number of years have gone by. Here are some tips from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, if this should happen to you. Here’s what to …
Dry mouth is a condition in which your salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva, leaving you with a persistent dry feeling in your mouth. If you experience this, be sure to tell us at the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STOE-me-uh. It’s …
Drs. Geren & Mady are experienced dentists here in Alexandria. At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry, we enjoy helping patients have optimum oral health. Today’s post focuses on something mouth-related that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a healthy mouth but …
If you are afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, today’s post is for you. Good news! Dentistry in the Alexandria area and around Virginia is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No …
Some of the most popular dental topics discussed in Alexandria and Alexandria relate to cosmetic dentistry, such as teeth whitening, veneers, and dental implants. However, the desire to avoid cavities is still the main reason Mt. Vernon and Alexandria residents visit their dentists, so today the Alexandria dental blog is going to highlight the 5 …
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