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Ouch! Chomp on something your tooth didn’t like? Or get hit in the mouth with a hockey puck? If you think you may have a cracked tooth, or if you’re holding a piece of your tooth in your hand, follow these steps! Give us a call at 818-241-3155 to schedule an...
Most people have heard of the word “plaque,” and know it’s not something you want on your teeth. Yet, they don’t know what exactly plaque is or how it contributes to dental decay. Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that live on the surface of your teeth and...
Ever seen those videos where someone puts a baby tooth in a glass of soda and watches it decay? Well, the effect of soda in an actual mouth is a bit different. You have your saliva to help wash away the sugar, you eat other things throughout the day, and...
People have been asserting that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” since the 19th century. While it may not necessarily be true that those who eat apples never have to see a doctor, apples certainly have great health benefits for our bodies! Did you know they can even be good for...
This is one of our most frequently asked questions! Our answer? It’s not the brush that matters, it’s who’s doing the brushing. Let’s break that down. The goal of tooth brushing is to remove plaque from your teeth on a consistent (daily!) basis, so that we prevent the buildup of tartar...
The bubbly sweetness of a cold soda pop is hard to resist, especially with a burger or a slice of pizza. But on the health-and-nutrition scoreboard, soda has so many strikes against it that it’s hard to justify more than the occasional splurge. One of those strikes is that sipping...
Did you know there are five distinct stages of tooth decay? And, that in the first stage of decay, you can actually take steps to reverse the progression of the disease? Indeed, it’s true. In the first stage of decay, whether you’re a child or an adult, the application of...
While the current percentage of Americans who smoke cigarettes is the lowest it’s been in decades, those who continue the habit remain at risk for heart and lung disease. Additionally, while we know smoking is also bad for our oral health, most don’t understand just how bad it is...More Than...
According to the National Institutes of Health, the most prevalent health condition after the common cold is tooth decay.It’s more than likely that if you haven’t already had a cavity, you will develop at least one in your lifetime.So, how do you know if you have a cavity? Well, depending...
Imagine it’s still winter ... you’re standing at the door, ready to brave the cold. You’re layered-up with three shirts and a sweatshirt, your heavy winter coat, and two layers of socks underneath your waterproof winter boots. Then you’ve got those awesome jeans with the flannel on the inside, your...
Typically, when a parent brings a young child to the dentist, the last discussion they’re expecting to have is one centered on braces and orthodontic appliances. Yet, even at ages three and four, a talk about braces, sagittal expanders, and retainers can indeed be front and center when a child...
If there were a quick and painless way to identify pre-cancerous cells in the mouth of someone you loved, would you want them to try it? What if that person were you? The truth is, as uncomfortable as it may be to even think of the word “cancer,” thinking about...
Mouth open or mouth closed?After lunch or after dinner?Flat or at an angle?We brush our teeth every day (hopefully!), but who knew it was this complicated. Just grab a brush a get to work, right?Not so fast, my friend! There are actually some best practices to be mindful of when...
Keeping people at arm’s length — just in case you have bad breath — is no way to have a social life. During the holidays, or any time of year, wouldn’t it be nice to chat up-close and hug your loved ones without worrying if your breath is knocking them...
You’ve heard that neglecting your teeth and gums may lead to heart disease. So you brush and floss each morning and night, and even keep little plastic flossers in your desk drawer to use at work. But will flossing faithfully really keep a heart attack away?The backstory on gum disease...
From throbbing toothaches to knocked out teeth, I treat just about every type of dental emergency here at ProDent Care in Glendale, California. Knowing what to do before you get to our office can make a big difference in the outcome. Here are the steps you need to know to...
You've ridden the Goliath at Magic Mountain more than a dozen times, easily ace Hangman Man's Hallow at Mammoth, and even had a pet snake as a kid. But when it comes to the dentist you turn into a bundle of nerves, sweating, tossing and turning in bed all through...
The plastic pumpkin of Halloween loot sits on the counter, its gap-toothed grin tempting you to grab a piece -- every time you walk by. But beware of dipping into your candy stash too often. Nibbling sweets throughout the day exposes your teeth to sugar over and over, leading to cavities.Why...
Why Root Canals Don’t Deserve Their Bad RapSometimes a toothache can become so overwhelming that only two possible solutions exist to make the pain go away: Get a root canal or have the tooth pulled.If you need a root canal, you’re not alone. More than 15 million root canals are...
How many times have you seen a celebrity flash a famous grin, and you wonder if you could have a smile that lights up a room? The answer is that you that most certainly can, and the quickest possible solution is professional teeth whitening by Dr. Tereza Hambarchian at ProDent...
As I tell my patients here at ProDent Care, what we eat has a huge effect not just on our overall health, but also on the health of our mouths. Our diet and nutrition can help protect our gums and teeth every bit as much as brushing and flossing every...
Most of us live in a stressful world. In many cases, we’re juggling a job, a home, a family, and other commitments. Some people handle all those stresses effortlessly, but for many people, stress in the mind ends up being played out in the body. We all know people who...
While cosmetic dentistry has its many aesthetic benefits, there are also many health benefits it can bring as well. From teeth whitening to Invisalign, the physical and mental health benefits of cosmetic dentistry are numerous. Many general dentists throughout the United States are now providing cosmetic dentistry services to help...