When you suddenly have to juggling a lot of issues, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through an intense family situation or have become the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry …
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 …
There is nothing quite like a severe toothache to get your attention and hold it. If you’ve got a severe toothache, remember us at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. A toothache usually happens when the nerve inside the tooth, or surrounding it, becomes irritated. While a severe toothache might indicate an easily-remedied cavity, …
In this blog post from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis refers to non-specific irritations in the mouth. It is usually caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth. Most of us have probably suffered from stomatitis and don’t …
Getting everything lined up for a breathtaking smile can take a bit of work. Often, teeth can become misaligned, overcrowded, or abscessed. In any one of these cases, restorative and cosmetic options from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria can help! We offer Invisalign® Clear Braces, which can help you restructure your teeth without …
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. …
It can happen in an instant: a blow to the mouth so violent, it knocks out a tooth. This is can be a traumatizing experience and you definitely need immediate care. At Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we can help! If you venture on to a playing field, even if it’s only for …
Losing one or more of your natural teeth impacts your smile, and your ability to bite and chew. But with dental implants from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, you can regain your smile and the ability to eat just about anything. Dental implants are titanium posts that are anchored into your jaw. They …
Most people know that the sugar in candy, cookies, juices and sodas can harm your teeth, but some people don’t realize that all carbohydrates can cause cavities. As we will describe in this post from Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, a handful of pretzels or a piece of pumpernickel bread can have the …
Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime, and with proper home care and regular checkups at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, they can. But sometimes things go wrong, in spite of everyone’s best efforts. Dental implants are an ideal solution for anyone who loses one or more of their natural teeth. Dental …
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