June 5, 2011

Dental Implants - Now Face the World with Renewed Confidence

Dental implant is a dental process used to replace missing teeth. An implant is an artificial tooth that is secured into your jaw with the intent of anchoring an artificial tooth restoration. Not everyone qualifies for dental implants. However, if you enjoy excellent general and oral health, have healthy gum tissue and excellent bone density which is necessary to support the implant, then you are the perfect candidate to receive dental implants.

Dental implants are popular because they provide for very natural looking tooth restorations that look and feel similar to your natural, real teeth. They are excellent confidence boosters as they provide the most secure fit. You can use them just as you would use your natural teeth for eating and speaking without any fear of them falling off or looking out of place from the rest of your teeth.

You can consider going to a dental implant professional to replace one or many missing teeth because they do not affect the structure and strength of the surrounding teeth. Implants can give support to a bridge, making it a permanent restoration. It can also give additional support to dentures. Dental implants are available in two types.

The Endosteal type of implant is the one that is commonly used for restoring the looks of your teeth. A cylindrical shaped instrument is surgically placed into the jawbone and provides the highest levels of stability. They can anchor one or many replacement teeth. Dental implants can greatly benefit patients who have partial bridges or dentures.

The Subperiosteal type of implant is different because the implant is not placed into the bone but sits on the top of the jawbone instead. Metal posts that jut out through the gums with hold the replacement tooth securely in place. This type of treatment is ideal for those patients who do not have the desired bone height or are unable to wear traditional dentures.

Dental implants offer numerous advantages. They allow for optimal restorations that have the look and feel of natural teeth which is a huge advantage. Unlike bridges and dentures, bone loss and receding gums do not occur with dental implants. They do not rely on the surrounding teeth for support as they have their own independent support structure. This ensures that your good teeth do not suffer any damage due to implants.

Other restorations such as dentures and bridges make inadvertent movement in the mouth but implants remain fixed and firm. This helps you to eat and speak normally.Visit the best dental implant services to get the top results at competitive prices.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 



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Correct Dental Imperfections with Dental Veneers

By Arthur Kezian

Are you having problems with your stained, chipped or badly aligned teeth? Dental veneers are your ideal solution. Experienced dentists can correct the imperfections in your dentures and make a drastic improvement to the way you look and smile.

Patients at the leading dental veneer center can look forward to customized services as the dental veneers designed here are specific to the needs of the customers. The process is a quick and affordable way to make your front teeth uniform in size, spacing and shape. Highly trained doctors and staff ensure that the process is painless and carried out with minimum inconvenience.
Dental veneers are affordable. The dentist makes every effort to fully understand your concerns and what your exact needs are. They also provide you with expert guidance on the details of the procedure and the likely cost of the treatment. The steps towards getting a beautiful smile involves preparing the teeth appropriately to accept the veneer finish, taking a mold of the teeth that is to be veneered and finally attaching the veneer to the teeth.

The technically proficient dentists make sure that the front surfaces of your teeth are ready initially so that they can accommodate the veneers. The process involves removing the top layer of the enamel so that the veneer adheres to the original teeth properly. The mold of the teeth is then prepared to match the size and color of your teeth so that they appear natural and flawless. When the final veneers are ready, they call you for the finishing fitting so that you can have the teeth alignment you had always longed for.

Dentists providing dental veneers also help you get the smile of your choice. A great looking smile can change the way people look at you. Smile makeovers done by experts in the field can make a dramatic difference to your face value. Like other services, this one too is customized and tailored to meet the individual needs of the clients.

Smile makeovers are easy to carry out and are affordable. All it takes is a few visits to the dental office and get an entirely new look. In some cases where the customer has maintained good oral hygiene and taken good care of their teeth, all it takes is two visits to get a brand new smile.
Dental veneers play a lot of importance to the convenience and safety of patients during all dental care procedures.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 



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June 1, 2011

How to Avoid Visits to an Emergency Dentist

By Arthur Kezian

If you are suffering from acute dental pain in the middle of the night then you will need the services of an emergency dentist. They will take steps to provide immediate relief from pain and then make a careful assessment of your case to work out a long term solution to your problem.

Emergency dentists will take up your case even if you have never visited their office before.
Toothaches are most often caused by tooth decay that has entered the pulp of the tooth. On the façade the problem might not appear so serious but once decay sets in the condition of such tooth can deteriorate rapidly. Pain is usually accompanied by infection. That is when you need the services of an emergency dentist. There are other reasons too for dental emergency.

Gum infections and periodontal abscess are a common cause of toothache. Gums around the tooth are severely affected when your wisdom tooth becomes infected. This also leads to conditions of severe dental pain and an emergency visit to the dentist.  Cracked tooth can also cause a tooth ache that can be quite unbearable. Like a deep decay, cracked teeth can also lead to infection of the pulp.

Dental emergency can be prevented by taking adequate dental care measures. Regular dental checkup and maintaining proper dental care can help prevent emergency dental situations. It is often seen that dental anxiety is an indirect cause of toothaches. Previous traumatic experiences at a dentist make you form a strong adverse opinion of all dental procedures leading to a situation where you avoid basic dental care. This can gradually lead to a situation where you will need to visit emergency dentist.

Experienced dentists are aware of such situations and can take care to help you change that opinion with proper counseling. This is where sedation dentistry can play a major role. Dental care can be made extremely comfortable with sedation dentistry; most patients do not even remember the time spent in the dentist’s office. Awareness that you have access to pain free dental care can help you overcome your anxiety and stay current with your routine dental care procedures. If you stay current with your checkups, the chances of you needing emergency visits are lower; this way you can avoid dental emergencies.

Advancement in modern dental techniques has made it easy to undergo any type of dental treatment without pain. You must ensure that you avail the services of an experienced dentist who has the necessary expertise in their chosen area of dentistry.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 



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Now Get the Smile That You Always Dreamt Of

By Arthur Kezian

Cosmetic dentistry is your best choice when it comes to improving your biggest asset that enhances your face value - your smile.
Good oral hygiene is imperative to keep your teeth and gums in fine shape. It is also necessary to visit your dentist regularly to maintain the good health of your teeth and to monitor any developing problems. However, for a few individuals, their teeth may still not look as attractive as they would like them to. This may be because of conditions such as stained teeth, improper alignment or unattractive shape due to uneven size and spacing between the teeth. All these factors combine to affect the overall look and smile factor.
Cosmetic dentists have the professional expertise to handle all types of dental problems including cosmetic dentistry. They are well versed in treating conditions that affect the quality of your smile. They have a wide range of dental techniques at their disposal that can be used to improve the appearance of your teeth and make your smile look more bewitching than ever.
The primary intent of cosmetic dentistry is to qualitatively improve the appearance of your teeth and enhance your smile. Unlike traditional dental care that focuses on keeping the teeth and gums in fine mettle, cosmetic dentistry concentrates on improving appearance. There are numerous options in restorative treatments available at your cosmetic dentist.
Basic cosmetic dentistry involves methods such as tooth-colored fillings to improve the looks of your teeth cosmetically by taking care of conditions caused by tooth decay. Porcelain or composite materials that match the color of your tooth are used to provide a more pleasing appearance. Treatment processes such as composite bonding take care of imperfections such as chips, breaks, discoloration and decay. Materials that take the natural color of gums and teeth are sculpted into position and hardened. They blend effortlessly with the rest of the teeth to create a beautiful, uniform look.
Teeth whitening are perhaps the most commonly used cosmetic dentistry procedure. Stains from excessive consumption of coffee, smoking and from certain types of food and beverages are removed during the teeth whitening process. The procedure is simple, painless and swift but the results can be spectacular.
There are many other cosmetic dentistry procedures such as dental veneers, dental implants and smile makeovers which are all designed to improve your dental appearance and enhance your smile in the way you always wanted it to look.
Choose the best cosmetic dentist for the best results at the most affordable prices.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777



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