How to Maintain the Beauty of Teeth through Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is highly recommended for the care and treatment of your teeth. There are a lot of treatments that help maintain dental health and allow you to acquire a beautiful smile. Healthy and strong teeth help strengthen your jaw and make eating much simpler.  To get or maintain healthy teeth, you should consult a reliable dentist. Dr Arthur A. Kezian is a well known dentist that not only ensures your teeth are healthy, but that they look amazing as well. He may recommend some of these common treatments:

For Alluring Smiles:

·         If you have stained or discolored teeth, you don’t have to worry. Whitening treatments that restore the color of your teeth are available. This allows you to have an attractive and elegant looking smile.

·         Dr. Kezian prefers whitening trays over laser treatments for whitening teeth; this is because the trays are safer, more effective, and can be done at the comfort of your own home.

·         After just five consecutive days of whitening, you can see a whole shade of a difference. Whiter teeth can increase your self confidence and poise. 

·         Those who are worried and suppressed by their teeth due to their color can change their smile in just a few days! 

For perfect composition:

·         If you have a broken, chipped, or fractured tooth, you should attend to it as soon as possible. In this regard, a cosmetic dental office provides incredible solutions for the recovery and restoration of your teeth.

·         In most of the cases, oral cavities become the cause of fractures or chipped teeth. For reducing the impact of oral cavities, you must have a proper dental routine at home and maintain your six month check ups with your dentist.  For chipped teeth, fillings and bondings can be recommended, but for something larger, like a broken tooth, a crown may be suggested.

·         Crowns and veneers are also used to close gaps and help make your smile look more aesthetically pleasing.

·         In cases of missing teeth, an implant procedure may be an option. Discuss with your dentist to see if an implant is right for you. You should confer about the amount of bone level you have, your healing process, the time it takes to finalize and complete the procedure, as well as the cost of the procedure and payment options.

While socializing, one of the first noticeable things is your smile. Everyone wants to have a Hollywood smile, but not everyone makes it a priority. You can consult a cosmetic dentist for all the different options for improving and bettering your smile. With the help of an experienced dentist you can acquire a smile that will definitely be noticed, in a good way, of course.

Visit Dr. Arthur A. Kezian’s website for more information about all the aforementioned procedures; don’t wait for your smile to change, make it change.

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

-N.S.

Porcelain Veneers: The Center Of Cosmetic Dentistry

By Arthur Kezian

The world has reached a point where multi tasking equals multi-value. This being the case, Dr Kezian and staff have come up to offer dental treatment addressing several aspects of patient’s smile at once. One of the most noticeable, prominent and common cosmetic dentistry options are porcelain veneers. This is mainly because this option serves as a guarantee for easy and quick transformation. Here is the definition of porcelain veneers:

Porcelain Veneer at a Glance

What are porcelain veneers? In case you are wondering then know that it refers to a cosmetic dental restoration that is individually attached to the front side of the tooth. Also referred to as dental veneers, shells are used to cover several smile imperfections in a clever way at once. Porcelain dental veneers have also proven to be an ideal choice for covering permanent tooth stains while at the same time addressing chipped teeth, crooked or overlapping teeth, misshapen teeth, smile gaps as well as short stubby crowns.

Advantages of Dental Veneers:

                   i.            They serve as a perfect choice for patients looking to cover a variety of smile imperfections at once. Generally, veneers have proven to be a quicker way to transform your smile unlike many other common procedures.

                 ii.            Porcelain veneers are able to last for decades and are characteristic of proper dental care.

              iii.            Veneers are stain resistant and above all very durable. The monolithic porcelain material use is less vulnerable to color discoloration.

How to Know Whether You Are A Qualified Candidate To Take Advantage Of Porcelain Veneers:

Dr Kezian ensures that your smile make over compliments your facial appearance and its shape. Dr. Kezian and staff know that facial structure plays as a very crucial role in porcelain veneers process hence they emphasize on examining interested parties to find out the level of eligibility which allows them to predict how beneficial the outcome of the whole process might be. As a patient to qualify for veneers:

·         Must be at least 17years [this serves as a guarantee that the bone structures will less likely experience any significant changes].

·         Must be free of gum disease

·         Must also be free of periodontal disease which is believed to cause cosmetic dentistry failure.

·         Must welcome periodontal care as provided by spring dentists prior to considering veneers.

Porcelain Veneer Procedure:

One interesting thing about the porcelain veneer pointed out by Dr. Kezian about the procedure is the fact that the whole make over is subject to completion in as little as two office visits. Your appointment/consultation with cosmetic dentists will familiarize you with the guide that will help determine your smile. In fact after creating unique specifications for your porcelain veneer arrangements will be made for fabrication and once the veneer come back ready the dentist will then go ahead to place the dental restoration. Take note this process involves a minimal invasive surgical procedure aimed at covering the front side of the tooth in particular.

Porcelain Veneers Is A Proven Multitasking Cosmetic Procedure:

One interesting thing about veneers is the fact that they are able to cover tooth chips from tooth trauma as well as bruxism injury or generally the appearance of your smile. Apart from the above it can also be used for stains, both extrinsic and intrinsic stains all of which will compliment vertical claims for your tooth enamel. More people prefer porcelain veneers to change the way the look of their smiles to their benefit and for long lasting durability purposes. Remember, are able to instantly bond on your teeth instantly enhancing your smile as expected or desired.

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

-N.S.

Dental Implant Dentures: A Resolution for Loose Dentures

By Arthur Kezian

Dental implant dentures also known as false teeth are often used as an alternative to the missing teeth. These are often removable teeth and are usually supported by soft and hard tissues present in the oral activity. The person might have lost the teeth due to several reasons such as accidental falls or tooth decay. Dr. Kezian and staff work with implants which provide the ultimate solution for individuals suffering from loose dentures – which can be annoying at times. There are occasions where people using dentures find them getting slipped while eating and moving unnaturally while engaging in conversation with other people. Fitting is an important aspect of any denture implantation in the patient.

The major cause of loose dentures is jawbone deterioration. It is natural for the jawbone to shrink due to the absence of teeth. The jaw bone usually stays healthy through chewing stimulation from the connecting tooth roots which obtain nutrients from the patient’s body. The loss of teeth results in the stoppage of nutrients being received by the jawbone which eventually starts shrinking. This is what causes the failure of dentures to fit perfectly in the jaw of the person’s mouth.

Replacement for Dentures

Dr. Kezian recommends dental implant dentures which will help the patient restore tooth functionality by replacing traditional dentures. The restoration procedure comprises of two parts: ‘Dental Implant Rod’ and ‘Dental Crown’.

·         Dental Implant Rod is usually made up of bio compatible titanium which allows the dental implant to move forward with the jaw similar to that of a tooth root.
·         The second part is the dental crown which is placed comfortably towards the top of implanted rod. It is designed to serve the exposed structure of the missing teeth. It is manufactured with porcelain and is shaped to look like a natural tooth.
·         The combination of dental implant rod and dental crown together constitutes a secured tooth replacement that looks realistic in nature.

Benefits of Dental Implants than traditional dentures

It has a lot of benefits compared to the traditional form of dentures.

·         One of the greatest benefits of dental implants is that it does not need any messy pastes or any form of suction for staying inside the mouth of the individual.
·         It stays intact while eating some of the toughest foods. This is made possible with the help of an implanted rod.
·         These kind of dental restorations are durable in nature and will last a lifetime if proper oral care is undertaken by the patient.
·         It can also be easily maintained compared to traditional dentures.

Instead of removing the dentures from the mouth, the dental implant technique does not require any removal and the person can brush and floss their dental implant similar to that of a natural tooth. It gives the patient the same feeling as that of natural teeth. The method of placement makes it stronger compared to dentures. Thus it creates a stable foundation that is required for a natural looking tooth restoration. The direct implementation to the jawbone makes it the closest and most preferred choice to a natural tooth.

New techniques eliminate the denture pains that patients experience even with modern denture methods. Pain is supposed to be the highest in people who are using a full set of lower dentures. These are some of the reasons that have led to the increase in popularity of dental implants as a quicker and natural substitute for the missing teeth. Dr. Kezian's office offers the best solution for the missing teeth problem using advanced generation methods making it a much better option compared to conventional dentures.

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

-N.S.

A Debate Sparked by AHA’s Research in the Dental Community

By Arthur Kezian

Whether you are a dental professional, a dental copywriter or simply a dentist, by now you must have already heard of the hot debate about the research that periodontal disease is not linked to heart disease. It was published by the American heart association.  Dr. Kezian and staff together with other medical professionals from across the country are debating the fact that this new research has significant affect on many widely accepted theories especially those of oral systematic health (including the correlation between heart health and gum health).

An Overview of AHA’s New Research:

·         The American Heart association finally published its conclusions from the study that included top names in the medical industry. Following this publication NPR also decided to follow along as they published the same findings on the internet. The conclusions that were drawn suggest that the link between heart disease and gum disease has to do more with your health choices and lifestyle and not as a result of the effects of gum inflammation and infection as previously thought to be.

·         Following the close scrutiny and review of evidence, the panel of experts working on the research deduced that it is still the same lifestyle choices such as obesity and smoking that are to blame for the incidence leading to gum disease. This is especially for patients already suffering from heart problem and related ailments or health complications. In fact, the idea of inflammation present in gum disease inflaming the arteries and other structures of the heart was rebuked by the panel of researchers. The America Heart Association also came to a conclusion that there was not enough evidence to support the claim that oral bacteria was attached to plaques of fatty deposits in the cardio vascular system.

Details about Research and Latest Trends:

AHA’s studies strongly support the advocacy efforts of the association as well as that of its members mainly because they are all working towards providing the best health care services not only to patients but also every other person in need of the same health services throughout the whole country. In fact, from the AHA’s website it is very easy to find out more about the research as well as further analysis of all important and emerging trends related to health care and heart disease. AHA also sponsors research policy especially in areas of provider payments, hospitals with limited service as well as the cost of health care, technology and other topics in order to make it easier for members and policy makers to understand issues critical to health care in hospitals.

·         Hospital and health Trends: each year AHA releases a series of reports relating to hospital trends and information on health. Dr. Kezian and staff take pride in spreading the awareness among the masses. This features data from different independent sources including the AHA annual survey. This report is usually made available through the trend watch chart book. Any other reports related to the same are released throughout the year touching on issues such as workforce shortage, ED diversions, health care costs, disaster preparedness and other topics that are of significance in the field of health care.
·         AHA Policy Research: involves examining of some of the key issues especially those related to policy making processes. Prominently featuring is the trend watch series: a periodic publication about gum disease that serves to report on the latest trend and developments that affect hospitals and the health care system in general.

All said and done about heart disease, but the fact remains that there are many eyebrows being raised about the recent research! In case of anything feel free make your voice heard by sharing your opinions with Dr. Kezian.

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

-N.S.