If you are the parent of a teenager, you may already have some concerns about your child’s well-being. As young men and women progress toward complete independence, some make questionable choices when it comes to health. We encourage Los Angeles parents to be vigilant about twice-yearly dental exams and cleanings for their teens. Adolescent Oral…
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Sinus Pain Or Abscessed Tooth?
Your maxillary sinuses are very close upstairs neighbors of your top teeth. In some areas, only a sliver of tissue separates the upper tooth roots from the bottom of the sinus cavity. It’s no wonder that when there is pain in that general area, the particular location can be hard to discover. Allergies, infections, and…
Fluoride Treatment in Los Angeles: Not Just For Kids
You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” can be found everywhere for a good reason. Fluoride is a vital mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpaste more effective at fighting cavities. Fluoride helps teeth by making them stronger…
Let’s Make A Plan for Your Oral Health in Los Angeles
When you are enthusiastic about reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a specific plan. Sadly, sporadic effort is hardly ever effective. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you have not thought much about your teeth in the past but lately,…
Dental Health in Los Angeles: Protect Teeth From Cracks
No dental patient wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so today in the Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry dental blog we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem. The first thing to remember is that avoiding a cracked tooth is not rocket science. You should…
Oral Health in Los Angeles: Preventing Tooth Decay
In California and around the country, tooth decay is one of the most prominent dangers to oral health for both children and adults. That’s right, it affects adults too! Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry serves people from 20 to 90 years old to help fight tooth decay and improve oral health…
Keep Holidays Healthy For Your Teeth!
Who doesn’t love the holidays? They’re a time to take a break from your regular routine and spend time with friends and family. If you’re not careful, though, holiday celebrations can take a toll on your oral health in Los Angeles. They ordinarily involve delicious food, drinks, and sweets that can put you at risk for…
Why It’s Crucial To Replace Missing Teeth in Los Angeles
Some individuals who lose a back tooth question whether they should ever replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avert the cost to replace it and save some money in the long run? Actually, we should warn you that…
Dental Health in Los Angeles: Fight The Evil Cavity Sorceress
A smartphone or tablet could be another important tool to help kids create effective dental hygiene habits. A game called Toothsavers is one of the apps that focus on dental health in Los Angeles. Introducing Interactive Dental Technology In the exciting Toothsavers game (designed for ages 3 – 6), children try to save characters from…
Dental Health in Los Angeles: Why a Water Flosser Might be a Good Idea
Today, we’re talking about the water flosser, also known as interdental cleaner, interdental irrigator, or water jet. The first water-shooting device for cleaning between teeth was invented in the early 1960’s by Colorado dentist Dr. Gerald Moyer and John Mattingly, a hydraulics engineer. The tool is now known by the brand name Waterpik, though many…
