Category: Oral Health
New Year’s Resolutions for Better Oral Health
Something interesting happens around this time every year. People start reflecting on the last twelve months and start thinking about some things they can change in order to make the next twelve even better. These changes, or resolutions, are usually quickly lost within the first few weeks of the new year. But this year, our…
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Root Canals Are Painful, And Other Dental Myths
When it comes to dentistry, there are many common myths and misconceptions that could actually hurt your smile and oral health rather than help. At our dental office in Alexandria, we believe in preventive dentistry and giving professional dental advice in order to protect your teeth. That’s why we want to debunk several of the…
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Tooth Extraction or Root Canal: Which is Best for You?
When you’re dealing with tooth pain or severe decay you may think that a tooth extraction is your only option. However, at our dental office in Alexandria, we want all of our patients to know that there may be another option available that can save your tooth. The Truth About Root Canals Root canals have…
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The 8 Worst Habits for Teeth
Seeing your dentist in Alexandria twice a year is one of the best ways you can protect your smile and keep your mouth healthy. Pair those visits with a good oral hygiene routine at home and your oral health is pretty well protected. Except when the things we do or the foods we eat counteract…
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How Diabetes Affects Oral Health
When it comes to all of the health complications that can go hand-in-hand with diabetes, oral health is often overlooked. At our Alexandria dental office, we want our patients and neighbors to know just how drastically diabetes can affect oral health, and precautions that those with diabetes should take to keep their mouths healthy. The…
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Quit Smoking for Better Oral Health
The American Cancer Society sponsors an event every November to raise awareness for all the health problems associated with smoking and provide tips and tools on how to quit the habit. This year, the Great American Smokeout will fall on November 15, and our dental office in Alexandria wants to do our part to help…
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These Treats Are Worse for Teeth Than Candy
When it comes to candy-filled holidays like Halloween, we usually caution our patients to enjoy sweet snacks and candy in moderation. And with good reason. It should come as no surprise that sugar is one of those things that concerns the team at our dental office in Alexandria. Afterall, sugar is a dentist’s worst nightmare,…
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All About Cosmetic Dentistry
We want you to be proud enough of your smile to show it off to the world. After all, it should make you feel confident, proud, and happy. But we understand that not everyone is born with a naturally straight, white smile. We also know that accidents, age, and some habits can change your grin…
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It’s National Dental Hygiene Month at Your Alexandria Dental Office
The month of October seems to kick off the beginning of the holiday season, and at our dental office in Alexandria, we have one more reason to celebrate! Every October the American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA) sponsors National Dental Hygiene Month to recognize the hard work and dedication of dental hygienists all around America. We’re…
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Bad Breath Remedies
At our dental office in Alexandria, we understand how having bad breath can affect our patients’ lives. We’re commonly asked what causes bad breath in the first place, and more importantly, how to make it go away. In this week’s blog we cover a few helpful bad breath remedies that can help freshen breath once…
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Gum Disease vs. Gingivitis
When it comes to gum disease and gingivitis, there’s often a bit of confusion between the two. Are they the same thing or are they different? Can they be treated the same way or not? What does it mean if you’re told you have one or the other? Not to worry, our dental office in…
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Eat Whole Grains for a Healthy Smile
September is recognized as Whole Grains Month and is a 30-day celebration for all things grainy. These whole grains are beneficial for heart health, overall health, and may even boost oral health too. In this blog, our Alexandria dental office covers some quick facts about whole grains and how it relates to good oral health,…
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