Wearing a protective mouth guard, taking safety steps around the home, and breaking bad oral habits can certainly reduce your chances of suffering oral trauma; however, there are still times when you can suffer an accidental blow to the mouth that causes significant harm. In a moment such as this, you might need to apply some simple first-aid measures. This... read more »
Inconsistencies in your daily oral hygiene routine or a lack of ready access to fluoridated water can potentially affect the mineral density of your tooth enamel. Should a dentist like Dr. Khashayar Khomejany notice early signs of tooth enamel demineralization during your dental exam, they might recommend a simple fluoride treatment. It can often be performed immediately following the dental... read more »
Dental attrition can occur when minor imperfections in the alignment of your teeth cause one to wear away the tooth enamel of another. As the minor physical defect starts to worsen, the compromised area of tooth enamel could encourage tooth decay, promote worsening sensitivity, and potentially lead to a significant dental fracture. If you notice a change in texture... read more »
For an estimated 9%-15% of Americans, dental anxiety and phobia prevents them from having a good experience at the dentist. It can also affect your oral health, if your phobia is so severe, it prevents you from getting needed dental care Dental phobia is not as common as dental anxiety, since many people have some fear when going to the... read more »
If you want a top-notch smile and oral health, then you need to avoid the bad tooth brushing habits in Vacaville, California. That’s right: There are brushing habits that can affect the condition of your teeth and gums and make you suffer the consequences. To help you avoid those habits, our dentist, Dr. Khashayar Khomejany, is happy to list them... read more »
Did you know that chewing gum can potentially provide more benefits for your smile rather than just brightening it? We often think of chewing gum as a product merely meant to freshen my breath, but it is also highly effective at washing away food debris and promoting saliva production. The buildup of harmful bacteria and food residue in your mouth... read more »
If you aren't consistent with your daily oral hygiene routine, or if you put off your routine dental checkups or recommended treatment with Dr. Khashayar Khomejany, a cavity is more likely to develop on one of your teeth. Early symptoms often include discomfort when chewing, tooth sensitivity, or a noticeable change in the texture of the tooth. With early detection,... read more »
Flashing an appealing smile means showing off healthy gums as well as your pearly whites. Both are required make a confident smile. But with gum disease being a common condition today, what can you do to avoid it? With easy access to safe and effective oral hygiene tools like toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental flosses of all types, and oral rinses to remove plaque-causing bacteria... read more »
Are you ready for the enhancement an oral health care upgrade such as a CEREC dental crown can provide? With CEREC dental crowns, ailing and damaged teeth can be concealed with a durable dental crown that will provide functionality, durability, and aesthetic beauty for many years to come. With a CEREC crown, you smile can receive the treatment it deserves.... read more »
Dental crowns are designed to improve both the look and functionality of your smile. If you are considering getting a dental crown, here are some important facts to look at: -Dental crowns were created to imitate the appearance, form, and utility of the teeth they’ve replaced. -Crowns can hold together cracked, chipped and damaged teeth and protect them from further... read more »