Patients often times worry about having x-rays taken because they don’t want the exposure to the radiation. What people don’t understand is that almost everyone requires regular X-rays to keep track of their oral health. But the question is, how…
With so many shapes, sizes, and styles of toothbrushes, sometimes it can become difficult in deciding what’s right for you! Here are some tips of what you should look for when choosing a toothbrush. Always choose a toothbrush with…
By Dr. Desiree Yazdan Dentistry has seen some tumultuous times lately, with new regulations, a shifting economy, and cutting-edge technologies all changing the single-practitioner drill-and-fill model. Perhaps that’s why US News & World Report and CNNMoney/PayScale have released a pair of “Best Jobs”…
By Dr. Desiree Yazdan As dentists, we know that the foods we choose to eat can have a significant effect on our teeth. But we get so wrapped up in repairing teeth all day that we often forget to educate…
New research suggests that coffee drunk in moderation can actually stop tooth decay. Brazilian scientists have found that a certain type of coffee bean has an anti-bacterial property. They found that the coffee actively broke down bacterial biofilms, are a…
A frequently asked question at our office is, “How often should I have x-rays taken?” This is a great question! As a general rule of thumb, you should get a set of bitewings taken once a year, and a full…
There are few dental procedures that bring more instant gratification to the patient and dentist than teeth whitening. Whitening dentistry involves a variety of options, such as in-house bleaching, laser whitening, and at-home bleaching products. During your initial consultation in our…
As a Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentist in Newport Beach, CA we see many different types of patients for many different types of conditions. What many patients aren’t aware of is that we often work with elite athletes, as well as…
There are many serious dental conditions and diseases that we deal with every day in our Newport Beach Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentistry offices, but there are few procedures that give us and our patients instant gratification like dental veneers. Today’s…
