At Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a compelling field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” …
Teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to improve your smile in Alexandria. It is quick, cost-effective, and non-invasive. Though some Mt. Vernon cosmetic dentistry patients experience short-term sensitivity, most experience no tooth whitening pain at all. If you have looked into Alexandria teeth whitening, you probably already know the basics. The one thing …
Though we don’t often think about it, Mt. Vernon children as young as 9 or 10 months of age can be infected with cavity producing bacteria, which causes cavities and tooth decay.
Too tired to touch a toothbrush. We’ve all been there. Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry in Alexandria and Drs. Drs. Geren & Mady are committed to helping patients throughout the Alexandria, Alexandria, and Mt. Vernon neighborhoods to maintain balanced hygiene and to correct imperfections that can lead to inhibited confidence and self-assurance. On our blog …
Even some people with top notch oral health want to improve specific components of their smile. Though proper brushing is critical for healthy teeth, it won’t re-contour a gumline or repair a chipped tooth. A cavity-free mouth may still have stained or slightly misaligned teeth. If you want to correct the smile elements that can’t …
In a perfect world, each of your prized teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Virginia men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by dental caries, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or …
It’s easy to see why Alexandria smile makeover patients and cosmetic dentists love porcelain veneers. They correct a multitude of cosmetic flaws and deliver stunning results. If you are considering beautifying your smile with porcelain veneers, you want a trusted dentist with extensive experience performing this treatment. The porcelain veneer procedure is more complicated than …
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth?
Dental patients who live in the Mt. Vernon and Alexandria area want to keep their mouths as healthy and clean as possible. However, they are also looking for convenience, and that’s why many of them turn to floss picks instead of old-fashioned dental floss.
Ouch! No Mt. Vernon dental patient wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so today in the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry dental blog we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem. The first thing to remember is that avoiding a cracked tooth is not rocket science; you should …
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