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…
Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection of the gum and bone tissue surrounding your teeth and is the primary cause of tooth loss next to fractures and decay. Gum disease is a chronic infection with different levels of severity and like most other chronic…
Most of the time, men don’t pay as much attention to their health needs as women, including their teeth and gums. For example, men only brush their teeth 1.9 times day, and the average male will lose over 5 teeth by age 72. Studies have linked oral health to living…
It’s amazing how fast time flies by! As 2016 comes to a close, so will your dental benefits! Our goal with every one of our patients is to help you enjoy and maintain great oral health. The benefits of strong teeth and healthy gums is priceless. Not only will you…
Dentistry can be a lot more than just removing pain or restoring broken teeth, cosmetic dentistry can be an effective tool in helping you achieve a more dramatic youthful look in as short 1 or 2 appointments without the pain or costs of plastic surgery. As we age our teeth lose…
As dental material technology has evolved over the years, so have dental crowns. There are 3 main generations that date as far back as 1900’s and started with the first of its kind, the all-porcelain “jacket” crowns. This crown although aesthetic, was prone to fractures and leakage and didn’t last very long….
In our daily lives, we all experience stress and anxiety. Work, family, and hectic schedules can create a great deal of pressure. Most people have heard about the impact this tension can have on your body, including insomnia, ulcers, and panic attacks. Did you know that stress also impacts your…
Undiagnosed sleep apnea is a hidden health crisis costing Americans over 100 billion dollars according to the Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and while this is a medical condition often diagnosed by your physician, your local dentist can prescribe and develop the oral appliance required to treat it. The most…
