Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, a Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, provides excellent dental care at his Beverly Hills office. His commitment to state-of-the-art dental technology and studying the latest dental techniques has defined his more than twenty-two years as a dentist. He is constantly searching for innovative dental solutions that will give his patients healthy, beautiful smiles that last a lifetime.Solutions for dental problems may seem straightforward. If you have a cavity, you should have it filled. A broken or damaged tooth may require a crown. Dental veneers may be the answer if you are looking to have your smile enhanced. While dentists may recommend the same procedure to address dental issues, the quality of a dental procedure can vary from dental office to dental office. This is why it is important to find a dentist known for both their level of quality as well as their expertise. Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, a Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, provides excellent dental care at his Beverly Hills office. His commitment to state-of-the-art dental technology and to studying the latest dental techniques has defined his more than twenty-two years as a dentist. He is constantly searching for innovative dental solutions that will give his patients healthy, beautiful smiles that last a lifetime. In order to provide the best dental procedures for his patients, Dr. Maddahi has researched hundreds of dental labs. Through his research, he has found labs that use natural and allergy-free materials to create strong, lasting dental restorations like dental veneers and crowns. Dentistry is not a one-size-fits-all approach at Dr. Maddahi’s office. Dr. Maddahi performs thorough biocompatibility testing on his patients to find the dental materials that are allergy-resistant and appropriate for them. This allows him to select the best porcelain, bonding and cement materials for each patient’s unique needs. Digital x-rays and intraoral cameras give Dr. Maddahi a close-up view of the teeth that traditional dental x-rays cannot provide. Instead of a traditional dental drill, Dr. Maddahi uses a laser dental tool called the Waterlase MD Turbo. This cool dental laser allows the doctor to drill for cavities and prepare teeth while only removing minimal amounts of tooth structure. Plus, the dental laser does not produce heat or vibration like a traditional drill. Dental procedures can be completed with little to no pain and often with no need to dental anesthesia. Click here to see a video segment on this new dental laser system. Dr. Maddahi continues to raise the standards of dental care at his Beverly Hills office. Contact us today to schedule a complimentary smile evaluation and meet the doctor.
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Repairing Smiles and Self Esteem with Cosmetic Dentistry In Beverly Hills
Years ago a gap between my front teeth and noticeable chip on my front tooth, made me self conscious about my smile. I would hide my teeth when I smiled. Today, dental issues like chipped teeth, gaps between teeth or even missing teeth are easy to fix. According to Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, an expert Cosmetic Dentist in Beverly Hills, “There are several dental techniques that can help patients with damaged or missing teeth including dental implants and porcelain veneers. Dental restorations allow patients to once again have a natural-looking smile as well as better overall dental health and self esteem. ” Porcelain veneers can be a great dental restoration option for patients with chipped, stained, crooked or cracked teeth. They can even be used to close gaps between teeth. Many dentists prefer porcelain veneers because they have the look, texture, durability and translucence of a natural tooth. The very thin porcelain veneer shell is custom-made based on the patient’s dental impression. Veneers can be used to quickly solve some dental problems in as little as two dental visits unlike orthodontic treatments. The result is a gorgeous, straight natural smile. Replacing missing teeth is more than a cosmetic procedure, it can be essential for good dental health. According to Dr. Maddahi, patients with missing teeth may start to experience bone loss in their jaw area causing their face to look older. This is why denture wearers may find that over time their dentures or bridges no longer fit well and are uncomfortable.” In addition, according to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon’s website, studies show that within five to seven years there is a failure rate of up to 30% in natural teeth located next to a fixed bridge or removable partial denture. Now, when patients have missing teeth, a new dental solution is a dental implant as opposed to dentures. A dental implantcombines an artificial tooth root replacement made of lightweight titanium and a porcelain crown. The titanium post is implanted in to the jawbone and then, after a period of healing, a natural-looking custom-designed porcelain crown is placed. Once placed, the implants also help to support the surrounding natural teeth. Dr. Maddahi has specialized in cosmetic dentistry and full-mouth reconstruction procedures like dental implants and porcelain veneers for more than 20 years. He is an expert at creating natural, beautiful smiles at his offices in Beverly Hills. For more information on implant dentistry, porcelain veneers or other cosmetic dentistry procedures, contact our office.
Simple Steps To Avoid Tooth Decay
The best way avoiding tooth decay lies in establishing positive habits. It is especially important for all of us to learn that frequent teeth brushing and eating the right foods is important to maintain healthy white teeth. Bad teeth are usually caused by eating the wrong foods and not cleaning the teeth. A good habit to have, is to brush your teeth at least twice a day, but it is even better to brush after each meal.
Modern Toothpastes and Cleaner Teeth
Many ingredients that are now used in toothpastes, with Fluoride being one of the most common. The combination of the toothpaste and modern toothbrush gives everyone the tools to better oral hygiene and dental health.
Toothpaste and Dental Health in the 1900s
It wasn’t until the 1900s that toothpastes evolved to be more modern. Many toothpaste companies, worked to design toothpastes that tasted good while providing the means to clean teeth while not causing gums to bleed.
Toothpastes of the 19th Century
In the 19th century, a lot of different toothpastes were designed to both clean teeth and give the user better breath. This is where the modern idea for toothpaste came from, and is one of the turning points in the history of toothpaste. The combination of these pastes and the toothbrush worked to ensure that there was a higher chance of cleaner and healthier teeth and gums.
Toothpaste innovations of the 19th Century
The 19th Century saw a lot of innovations to toothpaste, although many of them would be strange when compared to what we used today. Charcoal, for example, was used to clean teeth. Most of the toothpastes of this time were powders that became a paste when introduced to saliva
The History Of Toothpaste
The concept of toothpaste and mouth wash is pretty old – almost as old as the Egyptians’ toothbrush. The earliest known toothpaste was created by the Egyptians. It was said to contain rock salt, mint, dried iris flowers and pepper. This was then crushed and mixed together to form a powder. When mixed with saliva and applied to the teeth, it would help whiten and clean your teeth. The main downside to this mixture was the fact that it was very abrasive and caused gums to bleed.
Maintaining Good Oral Health
Your dental hygienist will help to ensure that you are maintaining your good oral health by conducting a thorough examination and comparing examination results to your previous dental check ups. If you are falling off track with your oral hygiene he or she will help put you back on the right path with tips on properly caring for your teeth and gums.
For more information or questions on proper oral hygiene care, contact our office.
Oral Cancer Screening and the ViziLite Plus system
Dentists have always screened for oral cancer with a visual exam, with the ViziLite Plus system we can detect pre-malignant and early stage cancers with a simple test. The addition of this test gives our patients an even higher level of preventative care than they would receive at most dentist’s offices.