Hello! I’m Bill Dorfman, DDS, of Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry in Los Angeles. Thanks for visiting my dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion – literally – “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as…
Not Happy With Your Dentist?
Hello! Whether you stumbled upon this blog by mistake or clicked here on purpose, welcome! In the Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry dental blog, we post informative articles about dentistry. This includes general dentistry, cosmetic dental treatments, preventative dental care, and news about our dental practice. Many of my patients visit my…
When It’s Better Not To Brush
Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the important job of protecting teeth from constant use and the continual assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also guards tooth nerves against hot and cold food and beverages. That’s why enamel loss often causes tooth sensitivity.…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. Today’s post in Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts,…
4 Reason To Look For The ADA Seal
When you go to your drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or another oral care product, be sure that the product you choose displays the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Today, we look at 4 ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your…
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? This post is for Beverly Hills area residents whose mouths are in a world of hurt. First off, we feel for you. We understand how severe dental problems affect you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the…
Fun Floss Facts
You probably believe that the critical aspect regarding flossing is simply to do it every day. We agree. However, many people find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them to establish or solidify the habit and get the flossing comfort they desire. Let’s explore some of the most common types of…
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
If you have missing spaces in your smile due to tooth decay, injury or any other reason, there is hope. If your existing teeth are stained, decayed, or broken, there is hope. If your teeth have always been misshapen, or crooked, there is hope. Cosmetic dentistry can fix all of those problems. Dr. Dorfman at…
Your Unique Smile, Only Better!
Hello Los Angeles! If you are unhappy with your smile, it’s time to change that. Dr. Bill Dorfman has been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry in Los Angeles, California since 1985. We are proud of our stellar reputation in the Beverly Hills area. Macroesthetics and Microesthetics When Dr. Dorfman designs a smile, the macro aesthetics (larger facial…
Poor Quality Sleep Has Dangerous Health Consequences
Is restless sleep affecting your health? There is a direct connection between health and quality of sleep. A study conducted by the University of Chicago School of Medicine discovered a link between low quality sleep and type 2 diabetes. “Insufficient sleep–a highly prevalent condition in modern society–may disrupt fat metabolism and reduce the ability of…
