Do you feel like you’re allergic to pretty much everything? If so, then you might want to find out if you’re allergic to the products and objects you can find at the dental office. That way you know you’ll have a safe and comfortable dental experience when you come in to meet with one of our dentists, Khashayar Khomejany (Dr.... read more »
Temporomandibular joints, also known as TMJs, are joints that hold your jaw in place and make speech and eating possible. However, over time these ball and socket joints can wear down or become damaged, hindering your mouth's ability to function properly. Don’t let your jaw fall into disrepair. Protect your temporomandibular joints with the following treatments: - Chewing tough or... read more »
It’s a new year, which means anything is possible—even a new smile! So, if you want to spend the next several months with a new-and-improved smile that can leave positive impressions with many people, our Plaza Dental Care dental team is happy to help you. In order to finally achieve the smile of your dreams this year, we encourage you... read more »
Premolars reside in your mouth immediately in front of your molars. These teeth do a great deal of work chewing and grinding food. When one is lost to severe tooth decay or extraction, it can significantly impair the healthy function of your mouth. At first, it might only limit your ability to bite and chew food. If the tooth was... read more »
Complications from tooth decay, gum disease and other dental issues might call for invasive treatments and expensive aftercare. So, in a certain light, maintaining good oral health helps maintain your overall quality of life. To that end, your dentist, Dr. Khashayar Khomejany, offers these key insights for maintaining a healthy mouth. This starts by only purchasing oral hygiene products that... read more »
Denture adhesive is a strong, water-based oral adhesive that was originally designed to help hold removable dentures in place. At the same time, people with a removable partial denture can also benefit from using denture adhesive. Not only will it help hold the partial in place, but it will also block stray food particles from infiltrating the base near the... read more »
A filling is commonly used to repair a cavity that forms on a tooth. Amalgam and composite resin fillings have their own adhesive properties that hold them securely to the surrounding tooth enamel. Gold and porcelain fillings are held in place by a very powerful dental adhesive. While fillings are meant to last for a long time, no filling will... read more »
Your teeth are anchored in their sockets by their roots and strong periodontal ligaments. When a blow to the face manages to knock a tooth out, the trauma is often so severe that it results in the total loss of the tooth. In a case like this, your dentists, Drs. Sean and Dr. Sepi, will often recommend having the knocked-out... read more »
The world is chugging along at a supersonic pace with newer and greater inventions popping up all over the place. With the advent of so many amazing technologies, the world of oral health care has seen its own share of modern marvels. One of the greatest inventions that have come along is dental veneers. Dental veneers can be crafted and... read more »
A smile full of stained teeth can leave you feeling socially awkward and self-conscious about your appearance. The depth and severity of the stains will directly influence the whitening method or treatments that your dentist, Dr. Khashayar Khomejany, recommend. In many cases, with moderate to deeply stained tooth enamel, we will recommend a professional dental bleaching treatment. Afterward, you will... read more »