Our families mean the world to us, so why not ensure their health is taken care of? In order to remain healthy and happy, it is important to take care of your oral health, too. To help your entire family maintain healthy, glowing smiles, it is important to visit your family dentist at least twice a year.
Have you ever found yourself looking in the mirror and wishing your smile was better looking? Don’t worry if you have, we’ve all been there before. To help you love your smile again, we offer cosmetic dentistry in Manhattan Beach.
Are you looking for a way to create a brighter, whiter, and straighter smile? We’ve got the solution for you! Porcelain dental veneers continue to gain popularity due to their ability to create perfectly aligned teeth with translucent qualities of natural teeth using ceramic and porcelain materials. With porcelain veneers, you can smile with confidence once again. Let’s take a closer look at dental veneers.
The dreaded root canal therapy. Most people dread hearing the news that they need a root canal. While root canal therapy is a common dental procedure to eliminate infections in the teeth, it continues to place a negative image in patients’ minds. However, patients can rest easy knowing our dentist offers the most comfortable, efficient experience possible when root canal therapy is needed.
We need our teeth to eat properly, so when one is damaged it can take a toll on your day-to-day life. In order to continue to protect your teeth and overall well-being, it is important to repair damaged teeth.
When you are missing multiple teeth, what are your options? While there are numerous procedures available, some might cost more than you are willing to pay. It is important to understand your best options for restoring your smile when multiple teeth are missing. One option to consider is dental bridges.
Have you ever wished that you had received orthodontic treatment when you were younger? Just because you’re not a teenager anymore doesn’t mean you can’t straighten your teeth. If you desire a straighter smile but the thought of traditional braces makes you cringe, we’ve got just what you need: clear braces. In less than a year with clear braces, you can smile better knowing your teeth are straighter and healthier looking. Let’s take a closer look at clear braces and the benefits you can enjoy from them.
Dental emergencies can catch you off-guard, but they should never be ignored. Ignoring a dental emergency might increase the risk of permanent damage or the need for expensive treatments. The golden rule is to see the dentist within thirty minutes or less to save on your tooth or prevent other complications.
The 1990 report of the “Better Health Program” entitled, “Sports injuries in Australia, Causes, Costs and Prevention” estimated that sports injuries cost Australia (population 18 Million) about $1.4 billion per year and that between 30-50% of these injuries are preventable. Multiply these numbers for the United States (population 260 million). Participation in exercise and sport whether positive or negative, will always remain a major consideration in the health of a national population.
In Dr. Raymond Flander’s 1995 study, he reported on the high incidence of injuries in sports other than football, in both male and female sporting activities. In football where mouthguards are worn, .07% of the injuries were orofacial. In basketball where mouthguards are not routinely worn, 34% of the injuries were orofacial. Various degrees of injury, from simple contusions and lacerations to avulsions and fractured jaws are being reported.
Today there are more than 100 million individuals missing at least one tooth. With so many people missing teeth, what solutions are available that will match the appearance and functionality of your natural teeth? Dental implants!
We all want that whiter, brighter smile, but what options are available? Our office can help you find the best teeth whitening procedure for your teeth. Whether your teeth are stained, dull, or discolored, there is a whitening solution for you!
Sedation dentistry refers to dental procedures where the patient is sedated using various methods to ensure a quick and pain-free dental procedure. Sedation can range from a minimal level of sedation where you are awake but very calm, to general anesthesia where you will be completely unconscious. Dr. Ray Padilla well help you choose the right level of sedation for your visit.
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, and it is a hinge that joins your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull. This joint allows you to move your jaw side to side and up and down, and facilitates chewing, talking, and yawning. In some cases, there can be a problem with this joint that is referred to as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder or TMD.