Porcelain fillings are great for treating cavities. Out of several different types of dental fillings, those made from porcelain are some of the most popular. Unlike many of the alternatives, porcelain fillings closely resemble the appearance of natural teeth. A...
For a city with upwards of 280 days of sunshine a year, Los Angeles has a bad reputation as one of the more stressful places to live in the country. The traffic, the high-powered jobs, the cost of living, the traffic — L.A. has a way of taking its toll on you....
Thanks to the World Wide Web, information now comes to us with the click of a button. If you have a question about your oral health, you can easily search the Internet for an answer instead of paying a professional for their advice. The problem is, patients often come...
Your smile is an important part of your life. It’s one of the first things people notice about you; it can give you the confidence you need to approach others, or the shame that makes you want to hide yourself away from them. While the problem of misaligned teeth may...
Los Angelinos tend to care a lot about their health. Gyms are pretty much ubiquitous, as are yoga studios and the like, and for anyone who’d rather do their workouts outdoors, there’s always Muscle Beach. In the process of staying in shape, though, the fitness freaks...
They may make it way up in Napa, but we here down in Beverly Hills have a well-developed taste for wine. And why not? Wine is delicious — or, at least, the stuff that comes out of California is. It’s good for social functions or with meals, for picnics or book...
We’ve talked on our website about whether or not, medically speaking, yellow teeth are a bad thing. The answer is, for the most part, no. From the perspective of your dental health, yellowing is a natural process. Unless that yellowing is associated with other,...
Occlusal problems are another name for the issues relating to an incorrect bite. It is important to be aware of the different signs of of occlusal problems, as these can be very serious and can impact your day-to-day life. The best way to spot a potential occlusal...
Are you considering Invisalign in Los Angeles? Invisalign braces are not what you traditionally think of when considering braces. Normally people think about the constant tightening of metal required to keep steady pressure on teeth. However, Invisalign is not made...
Did you know that psychologists believe that smiling triggers neural signals that can improve both your health and happiness? Your smile can stimulate the release of dopamine, endorphins, and serotonin that relax your body, lowering your heart rate and your blood...
