Benjamin Franklin once said that it’s easier to prevent bad habits than it is to break them, and at The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we agree! When it comes to dental health, parents should be sure to teach their kids good dental health habits early in life. If you wait too long, …
Most parents know that candy is damaging for teeth. The sugar in candy creates the acids in the mouth that cause tooth decay. That’s something we remind parents of frequently, at The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. Because sugar is bad for teeth (and overall physical health), many moms and dads choose what …
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? This post from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. First, we understand how severe dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of …
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It’s a progressive condition, and is easily treatable in its earliest stages. From The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, here are the four main stages of gum disease. Gingivitis The main symptoms of gingivitis include red or swollen gums that cause discomfort …
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 …
If you want to improve your smile with cosmetic dentistry, please give us a call at The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria to schedule a consultation – perhaps the most important part of any smile makeover. It’s during your consultation we have a chance to talk about the following issues: Your vision and …
When you see photos of celebrities, do you ever wonder how they project such perfection? Can ordinary people ever achieve anything approaching it? When it comes to sensational smiles, the answer from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria is a resounding “Yes!” – with the help of cosmetic dentistry. There are many effective …
Are you up on the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures offered at The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria? Take our quiz and find out! 1. This popular treatment uses a dental composite that resembles enamel. This composite is applied to the surface of the teeth, sculpted, and then hardened and polished. A. Veneers B. …
If you have ever wondered how cosmetic dentistry could improve your smile, give us a call at The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria and let’s talk about it. Maybe you have a tooth that’s been chipped since middle school, or a gap between your front teeth that’s been there since forever. Or maybe …
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. You know what they say: if something sounds too good to be true, …
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