Archive for May, 2012

Dental Veneers — How They Can Make the Most Out of Your Smile

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012

By Arthur Kezian

Wish you had a smile that glowed just like the movie stars you see on the big screen?  All it takes is a trip to a good cosmetic dentist for some veneers!

Dental veneers are also called “porcelain veneers” because that’s what most of them are made of.  These super-thin pieces of porcelain go over the front of your tooth and instantly give your smile a brand new look.

Some dental veneers are made of a resin material, but porcelain looks a little more natural — so a good cosmetic dentist will usually opt for porcelain.  Either way, though, if you get dental veneers from a qualified Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, you can completely transform your smile.  Here’s how:

 

1.  You can have teeth that are whiter and brighter

Most people are embarrassed by discolored teeth, because they think the discoloration makes them look “dirty”.  However, there are plenty of reasons why teeth become discolored, that have nothing to do with hygiene — like taking certain antibiotics, having silver fillings that show through the enamel, and even some root canal procedures.

Luckily, no matter what’s making your teeth look dull and dingy, getting dental veneers from a Los Angeles cosmetic dentist can change your whole look!  As soon as they’re applied, you’ll have whiter teeth.  You’ll finally be able to smile and speak with confidence, knowing that people are paying attention to YOU and not your discolored teeth!

 

2.  You can cover up broken or damaged teeth

Severely-chipped teeth or broken teeth can drag down your entire smile.  However, a good Los Angeles cosmetic dentist can put a veneer right over them and make them look no different than your other non-chipped teeth!

And, luckily, dental veneers can be applied to as many — or as few — teeth as you need.  Even if just one tooth is a problem, your cosmetic dentist can take care of it!

 

3.  You can eliminate gaps in your teeth

Hate that gap between your two front teeth that seems to grab the attention of everyone you talk to?  When you get dental veneers from a Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, it can become a thing of the past!  That’s because a skilled cosmetic dentist can fit you with veneers that are a tiny bit larger than your teeth.  As a result, they’ll cover up the gap.

 

4.  You can have a straighter smile

Whether you’re teeth are naturally uneven or they’re misaligned because of an injury, a good cosmetic dentist can straighten them out.  By applying dental veneers to them, your teeth will look straight, even, and have a “normal” shape to them, so that you don’t feel insecure about them anymore!

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 http://www.drkezian.com

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Dental Implants — How They Can Change Your Life

Monday, May 21st, 2012

By Arthur Kezian

If you have missing teeth, severely-damaged teeth, or a set of dentures that you can’t stand, it’s time to talk to a dental implant dentist in Los Angeles.  You may not know it, but dental implants can change your life in a variety of ways!

Here’s how:

  1.  They can give you more confidence

If you have missing or damaged teeth, you may be afraid to smile, meet new people, pose for pictures, or head out and have a social life.  But if you get dental implants from a dentist inLos   Angeles, all of those insecurities and worries will go away.  You’ll have a healthy-looking smile that you’ll be proud to show off!

And, because dental implants look just like natural teeth, no one will ever know you’ve got them!

 

  1.  You’ll be able to maintain a healthier diet

Have you got a vitamin deficiency because you can’t chew fruits and vegetables?  Sick of eating the same ol’ food day after day because you’ve got loose dentures or missing teeth and can’t chew much?  Thanks to dental implants, you can eat anything you want!  Studies show that dental implants lead to a remarkable improvement in chewing ability.  That means the right dental implant dentist in Los Angeles can open your life to new foods, new restaurants, healthier choices, and new experiences!

 

  1.  They’ll make you look younger

Sure, sparkling white teeth can take years off of just about anyone.  However, dental implants take it one big step further!

The changes that your face goes through as you age — like skin that starts to sag or wrinkles that start to show up — can actually be accelerated by missing teeth.  When you’re missing teeth, the surrounding bones deteriorate faster, which means they have a harder time fighting off gravity.  As a result, you’ll see more wrinkles around your mouth, lips that look thinner, and even a smile that droops in the corners.

Even if you’ve already started to see some of these issues pop up, getting a dental implant dentist in Los Angeles can help stop them in their tracks.  Your dental implants will boost bone growth, and you’ll even be able to reverse some of those problems!

 

  1.  You’ll be able to talk better

Missing teeth and bulky dentures can actually change the way you speak.  You may sound like you have a lisp, or you just may not enunciate very well.  But since dental implants look and feel like your natural teeth, you’ll start to speak more clearly once you get them.

When you look at it that way, a dental implant dentist inLos Angelescan save you from being embarrassed in your next business meeting or the next time you head out on a date!

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 http://www.drkezian.com

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Emergency Dentistry — 4 Tips to Help You Weather the Storm

Monday, May 14th, 2012

By Arthur Kezian

As careful as you are, you can’t totally prevent dental emergencies.  All it takes is a misplaced elbow during a pick-up basketball game, a hard peach pit, or a toothache that pops up out of nowhere to send you frantically searching for a Los Angeles emergency dentist.

But by following these 4 emergency dentistry tips, you can make things easier when the worst happens:

 

1.   Don’t try to clean a tooth that’s been knocked out

If your tooth comes out during a family softball game, it may be tempting to scrub the dirt off it.  However, your Los Angeles emergency dentist needs to see exactly what was attached to it when it came out — like tissue.  That way, he’ll be able to assess the situation better.

 

2.   Stick your tooth in a cup of milk

Knocked out teeth are one of the most common — and one of the most urgent — parts of emergency dentistry.  It’s crucial that you get to aLos Angeles emergency dentist as soon as possible.  In the meantime, though, you’ll need to preserve your tooth as best as you can.

And that’s where the milk comes in:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Milk has an amazing ability to keep the cells on the end of your tooth intact.  In fact, the sugar in milk will help those cells grow.  That way, you’ll have the healthiest tooth possible when your Los Angeles emergency dentist goes to replant it.  If too many cells at the end of your tooth die, your body may reject it altogether!

 

3.  Be careful with toothache relief

An intensely painful toothache is another common part of emergency dentistry.  Even if you get in to see aLos   Angelesemergency dentist right away, the pain can make it feel like you’re waiting forever!

In the meantime, be very careful how you treat that pain.  If you rub painkillers (like gels or aspirin) right onto the affected tooth, you’ll burn the gum tissue around it — and cause even more pain than before you started.

Instead, keep the painkillers to a minimum until your Los Angeles emergency dentist can take a look.

 

4.   Keep track of your tooth pain

Lots of toothaches are actually the result of tiny cracks.  They’re so tiny that they’re only visible on an x-ray.

Until you can get in to see yourLos Angelesemergency dentist, keep a journal of when your tooth hurts or what makes it feel worse.  For example, you may have a sudden sensitivity to hot or cold foods, or you may only experience the pain at certain times.

When it comes to emergency dentistry situations, the more answers you have for your dentist, the sooner he can make you feel better!

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 http://www.drkezian.com

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