This is a common question that we get asked at Modern Smiles. Although there is no set rule, the accepted and standard of care is to remove these teeth at an early age. However, many people are skeptical about removing teeth that don’t hurt or otherwise are not even aware that…
Fear of dentistry or being in a dental chair can have a real impact on your likelihood to visit a dentist even if you’re in need of one. Many people have this phobia and consequently suffer from serious dental conditions for years. In some cases untreated dental conditions can have…
Do you wake up with a sore jaw, headache or tenderness in your TMJ? If so, you could be suffering from a condition called Sleep Bruxism that affects about 85–90% of the general population. A systemic review of featured in the Journal of the American Dental Association discovered a positive association…
Porcelain veneers are thin, highly stain-resistant porcelain shells that are custom-designed by your dentist and a master ceramist to correct shape, size and color of your teeth. Veneers are securely and permanently attached on top of your teeth to greatly enhance the appearance your own natural smile by covering up…
In today’s socially connected society, your online presence and profile plays a much bigger and more significant role with recruiters, job searching and marketing your personal brand to the community. Today’s employers look beyond traditional methods of evaluating a candidate such as cover letters, resumes or a credit check and…
The longevity of whitening procedure varies from person to person depending on diet, lifestyle habits, age and many other factors. Much like a tan, proper maintenance and follow up care can significantly affect how long the whitening effects will last. At Modern Smiles Dentistry in North Hollywood, our experienced cosmetic dentist…
Holistic and mercury-free dentistry are build on two major principles, improving the whole health of the patient while protecting the environment. When both of these are taken into consideration the treatment objectives are designed to use materials, procedures and techniques that promote comprehensive care for the patient and the environment….
Dental Implants have advanced to such a degree that they have become the most popular choice for replacing missing teeth today. Improvements in manufacturing, design, surface treatment, and comfort have made implants extremely stable, low maintenance and with an unparalleled natural look and feel. Furthermore, the time needed to heal…
With latest advancements in Laser dentistry, previously untreatable and unsightly oral lesions such as Recurrent Aphthous Ulcers or Oral Herpetic lesions (HSV-1), can now be vaporized and eliminated in as short as 1 or 2 appointments by application of BioLase laser at Modern Smiles dental office in North Hollywood. Oral…
Have you wondered how some celebrities or maybe someone you know, have such beautiful smiles? Its’ not always genetics! Although some people are blessed with good genes and naturally beautiful teeth, many can achieve that ideal smile with a little help from cosmetic dentistry. A lot of what you see…
