This message from Dr. Bill Dorfman DDS in Century City focuses on a very serious issue: oral cancer. Oral cancer claims tens of thousands of lives each year, which is why we offer oral cancer screenings at each checkup. Early detection can make all the difference! At home, you can pay attention for any of…
Oral Health Tips
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post, we will focus on vital behaviors that impact oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is necessary…
Keeping Teen Smiles Healthy
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…
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,…
We Know When A Simple Problem Can Become Serious
Today in the Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry dental blog, we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis in Los Angeles, have many different causes.…
Oral Health in Los Angeles: Are You Flossing Out Of Fear?
Most men and women know that flossing is an important part of oral health in Los Angeles. The value of this simple yet essential exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. But does fear have to play a role in a commitment to hygiene? Are You Doing Enough? Flossing offers a…
Oral Health in Los Angeles: Its Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
In 1985, Dr. Bill Dorfman established Century City Aesthetic Dentistry in Los Angeles. Dr. Dorfman is a distinctive dental professional committed to preventative dentistry. The goal of preventative dentistry is to preserve oral health in Los Angeles so that no restorative dental work ever becomes necessary. In other words, preventing dental cavities, gum disease, and enamel…
5 Tips For Treating Mouth Sores
At Century City Aesthetic Dentistry we practice general and family dentistry. When one of our patients get a mouth sore, we advise them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you too can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing. 1. Eat soft…
