When you see pics of your favorite stars, do you ever wonder how these men and women can project such perfection? Can ordinary Mt. Vernon folks ever achieve anything approaching celebrity-caliber attractiveness? When it comes to stunning smiles, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” There many effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available that can produce dramatic…
Cosmetic Dentistry
3 Ways To Keep Your Mouth Happy!

Drs. Geren & Mady are experienced dentists here in Alexandria. At Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry, we enjoy helping patients have optimum oral health. Today’s post focuses on something mouth-related that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a healthy mouth but…
Let Your Smile Show Who You Really Are

Let’s talk about the power of a perfect smile. A smile communicates your emotions more precisely than words can ever do. The absence of a smile also sends a clear message. But what if you want to smile but the issues with your teeth prevent you? This is a frustrating condition for many Alexandria people…
The ADA: Promoting Dental Health Since 1859

Hello, thank you for visiting the Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry blog. We are Drs. Geren & Mady. Along with our fantastic team, our practice has been providing exceptional cosmetic and family dentistry care since 1983. Today’s cosmetic dentistry blog post is about the American Dental Association. You have probably seen the ADA logo on…
Be Glad Drs. Geren & Mady Have X-Ray Vision

It’s not extremely pleasant. You have to put on the heavy apron, hold a stiff piece of film in your mouth and sit really, really still while your dentist’s assistant takes x-rays. Is it really necessary? Absolutely! No question about it. Your dentist can’t see everything that is going on with your teeth, bone, and…
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?

In today’s family dentistry post, let’s examine some information about brushing. One key to activating the value of toothpastes is creating foam when thoroughly brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90 degree angle. The foaming aids in dislodging food debris from…
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist

If you are afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, today’s post is for you. Good news! Dentistry in the Alexandria area and around Virginia is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No…
Creating Memorable Smiles at Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry

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…
Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry – A Reason To Smile

Hello friends of Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you. It has been a great month at our state-of-the-art Alexandria family dentistry practice. We continue to achieve fantastic results with our precision smile makeovers. If you have never seen our photo gallery of actual Alexandria…
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, occurs when plaque builds up along the gum line. You might also experience bad breath, painful chewing, and loose teeth.