Porcelain dental crowns replace the exterior portion of a tooth to re–establish its original function and to create a natural appearance. Crowns are the treatment of choice in situations where tooth decay has destroyed most of the original tooth, when a traumatic event has caused damage, or in cases of severe enamel erosion. They are also an option for people who grind and clench their teeth so much that the original structure of their teeth has been compromised.

Inlays and onlays are indirect restorations that can be used to help an otherwise healthy tooth with a large filling. Inlays are placed within the grooves between the cusps (points) of a tooth, whereas onlays are placed within the grooves and over the cusp tips.

Porcelain Veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length.

Lumineers are thin shells placed over your teeth to cover chips, stains or gaps. They are custom designed to give you the beautiful smile you’ve always dreamed of. Unlike traditional veneers, there are no shots, no drilling of sensitive tooth structure, and no pain.

Dental bonding is a composite resin applied to a tooth to change its shape and/or color. Bonding also refers to how a filling, orthodontic appliance or some fixed partial dentures are attached to teeth.

Root canal therapy is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected.

Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It’s typically caused by poor brushing and flossing habits that allow plaque—a sticky film of bacteria—to build up on the teeth and harden.

Bad breath or halitosis is an unpleasant condition that’s cause for embarrassment. If you’re concerned about bad breath, see your dentist. He or she can help identify the cause and, if it’s due to an oral condition, develop a treatment plan to help eliminate it.

Sleep apnea is a common condition in the United States. It can occur when the upper airway becomes blocked repeatedly during sleep, reducing or completely stopping airflow. This is known as obstructive sleep apnea. If the brain does not send the signals needed to breathe, the condition may be called central sleep apnea.

A dental implant is a device specially designed to be placed surgically within or on the mandibular or maxillary bone as a means of providing for dental replacement.

Holistic dentistry is an alternative approach to dentistry that believes your oral health is absolutely interconnected to your overall health.

Many people with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) have symptoms that decrease following self-care  This includes massage, eating a soft diet, applying cold packs or moist heat, stretching, practicing relaxation techniques and avoiding wide yawning, singing, and gum chewing.

Your dentist may recommend an oral appliance, frequently called a mouth guard.  This is a plastic guard that fits over your upper or lower teeth similar to what an athlete would use but custom fitted to each patient’s condition and the times of day or night that it will be most effective.

At Encino Aesthetic Dental Group we handle all kinds of dental emergencies.  With our expert staff and technology we can we can diagnose and treat your dental emergency and make you pain free.

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