Today’s dental technology has solved the problem of aggravating loose-fitting dentures with an outstanding tooth replacement option. Instead of relying on your tongue, a weak suction, and some dental adhesive to keep false teeth in place, dental implant posts can anchor full or partial dentures. The dentures are secure enough to allow the wearer to …
Hello Mt. Vernon! When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? If the answer is, ‘Not really,’ then you may want to consider these 5 reasons for people in Mt. Vernon to make some small improvements or undergo a complete smile re-design. 5. A little goes a long way. Some of …
It may surprise you to know that some Mt. Vernon people have very strong opinions about which type of toothbrush is the best: manual or electric. Is there really one that is clearly better? Most Alexandria cosmetic dentists will tell you that all toothbrushes, when used correctly, are effective in removing plaque and that choosing which kind you like is really up to you.
It was one thing to lose that set of baby teeth but, unfortunately, these don’t grow back. (And you don’t look adorable with a gap-toothed smile.) If you feel like you are losing your adult teeth to staining, decay, chipping or brittle aging then it’s time to visit with Drs. Geren and Mady at Mt. Vernon …
Hello Mt. Vernon dental blog visitors. We are Drs. Geren & Mady of Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry. When a tooth’s nerve and pulp becomes infected, a dentist and patient must make a choice of whether to attempt to save the tooth by performing a root canal or to extract the tooth.
Perhaps dental sedation can be scary, or the drilling of a cavity has you sweating. Even routine cosmetic dentistry can be daunting. Let Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally and physically before your big dental day.
When Drs. Drs. Geren & Mady walks into the room, you generally feel the atmosphere kick up a notch. Here at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry we see patients for anything from fillings to cosmetic dentistry to cleaning requests. Having your teeth cleaned can be just as critical as addressing cavities and taking care of …
Most Mt. Vernon residents have plenty of things to smile about.
However, there are some Alexandria and Mt. Vernon folks who avoid smiling at all costs. Are you one of those people who cover their mouth when they laugh? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you been hiding unsightly teeth for years? It’s time to take care of those tooth problems and get a new lease on life.
“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist for the first time?”
1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about fear of the unknown.
2. Discuss these fears and concerns with your dentist.
3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving concerns.
A smile takes but a moment, but the memory of it lasts forever. You can make your smile memorable and beautiful with a smile makeover at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria. Cosmetic dentistry is a broad term that specifies dentistry with an emphasis on esthetics. Alexandria and Mt. Vernon cosmetic dentists perform general …
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