Category: General Dentistry
The Importance of Measuring Gum Pockets
The process of measuring gum pockets, also known as periodontal charting, is pretty simple and should be painless as long as there is no infection. At our dental office in Alexandria, when we do a periodontal charting, you’ll hear us call out several numbers as we gently poke along the gum line. These numbers represent…
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“Why Don’t I Get Numb at The Dentist?”
Sometimes we get asked why certain patients have more difficulty getting numb before a dental procedure than other people. At our dental office in Alexandria, we wish we could provide one, solid answer as to why this happens. But the truth is, the reason can vary from person to person, and even from dentist to…
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Your Frenectomy Questions Answered
At our dental office in Alexandria, we know our patients have questions about all things related to their oral health and the appearance of their smiles. Frenectomies are no different. What exactly is a frenectomy? Why would we ever recommend one? Can it really be beneficial? Not to worry, we’re here to answer all of…
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“What Do I Have to Do to Be a Dentist?”
Considering a career as a dentist? We may be biased, but the team at our dental office in Alexandria thinks it’s the best job you could have. Dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists are an important part of a total healthcare team, and are crucial to keeping patients healthy. Not only that, but they can…
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