At The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria our objective is to help every patient who comes in for an appointment to have the best possible oral health. This post focuses on something that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only …
In this post from The Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria, we’re taking a slightly different appraoch and shainge some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists? …
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexantria we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most …
Here’s a riddle from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria: What do you call a dentist who doesn’t like tea? Why, Denis, of course. Lame jokes aside, a common concern for some of our patients is stained teeth. In this blog post, we’ll talk about a common cause of tooth staining: dark beverages, …
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Millions of people get so worked up about dental appointments that they skip the dentist entirely. At The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria we understand that dental anxiety is a very real thing, and that for some people it’s more like dental phobia. But skipping the dentist is not a good idea. Sedation …
At The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria we are committed to the highest standards of dental care, and to the experience our patients have in our office. We’re proud of our excellent and caring staff. Communication is one of our biggest priorities. It’s important to us that you know exactly what is going …
So you’ve lost some teeth and hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from The Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, you can! For most patients, a dental implant is the ideal replacement …
TMJ is short for temporomandibular joint, which is a big word for your jaw joint. As a hinge joint it can move up and down, forward and backward, and side to side. All that mobility contributes to its vulnerability: it is subject to a painful condition called TMJ disorder, which is treatable at The Mt. …
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 …
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