by jamie | Mar 29, 2017 | Dental Articles, Sleep Apnea
Have you ever been around a newborn baby? Parents of newborns understand all too well what it means to not get any sleep. Some nights, a baby wakes up every 30 to 45 minutes and is ready to start the day by 3 A.M., which means that mom has to get through the day on...
by jamie | Feb 27, 2017 | Dental Health, Toothbrushing
As a parent, your child’s health is always your primary concern. However, children don’t always make it easy for you. Ensuring that your child is healthy often comes down to small details. When it comes to oral health, it can be harder to determine if your child is...
by jamie | Jan 30, 2017 | Dental Health, Porcelain Veneers, Smile Makeover, Treatments
Do you ever stop and think about the importance of your smile? Your smile can affect what people think of you and how you think about yourself. Many psychologists agree that smiling can reduce stress and boost your mood. A beautiful smile can also impact the type of...
by jamie | Jan 24, 2017 | Dental Health, Dental Implants
Most tooth loss is the result of decay, gum disease, or natural wear on the teeth. However, many people also lose teeth from injury or from cancer. It is estimated that 178 million people in the U.S. are missing at least one tooth, while 25 million people have lost...
by jamie | Dec 20, 2016 | Dental Health, Gum Disease
Most people understand that good oral hygiene helps keep the teeth and gums healthy. However, gum disease puts a lot more at stake than some people realize. Gum disease, or periodontal disease, can affect your overall health and may be associated with serious health...
by jamie | Dec 19, 2016 | Invisalign, Smile Makeover, Straighter Smile
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...
by jamie | Sep 26, 2016 | Dental Facts, Emergency Dentistry
If you experience a dental emergency at night or over the weekend when dental offices are usually closed, you may not know what to do. You may not even know whether your situation warrants immediate care or if you can wait to be seen by a dentist. Typically, if you...
by jamie | Sep 15, 2016 | Dental Cleanliness, Toothbrushing
Ideally, you should maintain the habit of brushing your teeth every morning and night. Although many people may know the importance of brushing and flossing their teeth, many may not be aware of how often they should replace their toothbrush. Three months is the...
by jamie | Sep 8, 2016 | Porcelain Veneers, Smile Makeover
Patients who visit our Studio City practice are often amazed at the results they can experience in such a short amount of time. Porcelain veneers (also called dental veneers) provide the most dramatic results, as they can correct virtually any flaw. Chips, cracks,...
by jamie | Jun 20, 2016 | Dental Articles, Dental Facts, Research
Dr. Jamie Sands’ Dental Practice Is 100% BPA-Free You’ve likely heard about the potential dangers of BPA (bisphenol A), a chemical found in plastic containers and aluminum cans. It was confirmed in May of 2015 that BPA is known to the State of California to cause...