April is oral cancer awareness month. Although oral cancer is not one of the most common forms of cancer, it is very deadly. Every year 10,030 people die from oral cancer, after diagnoses the 5 year survival rate is 60%. Oral cancer appears in multiple places in the mouth such as, the tongue, cheeks, roof of the mouth, throat, and the floor of the mouth. At your routine dental visit those areas are checked to ensure there is nothing abnormal.
Read MorePregnancy is a wonderful and exciting time. While your family is going to go through some big changes, so is your body; and I am not just talking about your belly. In fact, during pregnancy your mouth changes as well. The health of the mouth can be affected by pregnancy and in turn your baby’s health can be affected.
Read MoreOnce a year at your regular dental visit you hear the words, “you are due to update x-rays today”. Let’s be real, no one enjoys having x-rays done, but they are greatly needed. Why do we recommend having x-rays done once a year?
Read MoreParents sometimes wonder why their child who seems to have straight teeth needs braces. Braces are in fact not only for cosmetic reasons, but also help prevent future issues that could affect your child later in life. Some of these issues include sleep apnea, night time grinding, TMJ, and decay. So what are we looking for? How can braces benefit your child?
Read MoreMost parents do not know this, but primary (baby) teeth are just as important as your adult teeth. The position of primary teeth helps set the spacing needed for the adult teeth to come in. For this reason, it is very important to ensure they remain healthy and in your child’s mouth for their expected lifespan.
Read MoreEveryone wants to have a beautiful white smile. It can be a complete blow to your confidence if you are not happy with your smile. Alexandria Smiles wants your smile to be one you can feel confident about sharing.
Read MoreHave you ever heard the saying, “Sip all day, get decay”? At Alexandria Smiles, we want to help you understand what is meant by that phrase and also teach you about other things that can cause tooth decay.
Read MoreMillions of Americans suffer from tooth sensitivity. Are you one of them? Alexandria Smiles has successfully helped many patients lessen, or overcome, their tooth sensitivity. We want to help you prevent tooth sensitivity, identify the cause if your teeth are sensitive, and to help you find a way to lower or completely get rid of your tooth sensitivity.
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