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Understanding Canker Sores
There tends to be some confusion behind these uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing sores that seem to appear out of nowhere. While there really isn’t any solid evidence as to what causes canker sores, which is part of what makes them a bit difficult to understand, at my Alexandria dental office, we can shed some light…
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5 Surprising Things That Ruin Teeth
When we talk about things that cause tooth damage, one of the first things that come to patients’ minds is sugar. And they’re right. But everyone at my Alexandria dental office wants to shed some light on some lesser known tooth-damaging things that may come as a surprise. Ice. Ice is made of water. Water…
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March 20th is World Oral Health Day!
Over 90% of the world’s population will suffer from some sort of oral health disease at some point in their lives. Many of which could have been avoided through proper education or supporting programs for prevention and detection. At my Alexandria dental office, we believe education is the first step in fixing this epidemic. Which…
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Can Kissing Cause Cavities?
Kissing comes with risks. You might fall in love, catch a cold, or be grossed out by bad breath. But did you know that kissing someone with poor oral hygiene could increase your risk for cavities? At my Alexandria dental office, we want to explain how this frightening, yet very true, cavity swap can happen….
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Celebrate Heart Health Month: See Your Dentist in Alexandria
Why in the world would a dentist be part of your Heart Health Month Celebration? Shouldn’t you be seeing a cardiologist for that? Well, maybe. But seeing your Alexandria dentist is much more important than you may think. There have been lots of studies over the last few years that show a clear link between…
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Can Your Smile Affect Your Career?
While we’d love to believe that looks aren’t everything, the truth is, they mean a lot. Especially when it comes to your smile. In fact, research has shown a direct correlation between a pretty smile and a successful career. Unfortunate? Yes. Truthful? Also yes. At my Alexandria dental office, we’d like to share a few…
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New Year, New Smile: Top Resolutions for Healthier Teeth
This time every year, people begin making resolutions to eat better, lose weight, or quit smoking. These resolutions that pop up every year typically mean well, but the truth is, not even half are kept longer than six months. At my Alexandria dental office, we want you to resolve to make small changes for a…
Read morePut Your Dental Health on Your Resolution List
Have you started thinking about your New Year’s resolutions yet? I know I have. As hard as they are to make and stick to, it is a tradition that I think helps us look toward the new year as an opportunity for change and improvement. That’s why I often encourage my patients to make their…
Read moreThe Night Fight – Getting Rid of the Grind
You wake up with a headache most mornings. Your tongue looks weirdly scalloped. Your teeth have hairline fractures and look shorter than they used to. What is happening while you sleep? It could be bruxism, otherwise known as unconscious clenching and grinding. If it is, you really need a nightguard. What Exactly is a…
Read moreThe Importance of Proper Denture Care
If you’re missing some or all of your teeth, you may have selected to replace them with a denture. While dentures may seem like a simple solution to replace missing teeth, there’s actually a detailed maintenance routine necessary to keep your dentures fitting well and to keep your mouth healthy. Dentures Deserve Care, Too! At…
Read moreAre You Healthy? Let’s Ask Your Mouth!
We all know that regular dental visits can help identify oral health concerns like cavities, gum disease, or oral cancer. But did you know these visits can also tell us a lot about your overall health? At my dental office in Alexandria, we stress the importance of maintaining recommended visits to us not only for…
Read moreWhat’s Your Sleep Saying about Your Oral Health?
What is your bedtime routine? If you are a patient at my Alexandria dental office, we feel pretty sure it includes brushing and flossing your teeth. But routines and habits you may not even be aware of might be part of your night as well! And these habits won’t improve your health the way oral…
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