Since the beginning of recorded history, many cultures have reported that toothaches were caused due to tooth worm burrowing into the teeth and taking root. This spread across the globe, and references appeared in Egypt, Sumeria, China, and India. Treatment for ‘tooth worms’ would be described as barbaric and immensely painful by today’s standards, if not also hazardous to one’s... read more »
Popular drinks like soda and juice can accelerate tooth erosion. I have written before regarding what you should drink and eat to maintain tooth health, but it always bears repeating. Soft drinks and many popular fruit juices and drinks have excessive amounts of sugar, which influences the acidity of your mouth and gives the bacteria which cause tooth erosion plenty... read more »
No one likes to have cavities. The time spent in the dentist’s chair, and the discomforts of having the cavity drilled are serious arguments for good oral hygiene. In addition to the hassle and pain, no one wants a mouth full of silver fillings. Dr. Zadeh, does these silver amalgam fillings for several reasons. Many patients wish to avoid silver... read more »
Any food that would discolor your white t-shirt will also stain your teeth. Also, certain foods can damage your enamel, which is the white layer on the surface of your teeth that gives them their sheen. The layer below the enamel is called dentin, which is considerably less brilliant than the enamel. Certain foods and drinks can destroy the enamel... read more »
According to the Beverly Hills dentist group, a person’s smile says a lot about them. It is a window into a person’s hygiene as well as a person’s health. Beyond that, a nice smile can keep a person looking younger and more vigorous. A white smile can be very inviting, while a crooked, stained teeth smile can be a major... read more »
Why Do Dental Implants Work? (Osseointegration) Looking to get a better understanding of what are dental implants? Watch this video to learn exactly how and why do dental implants (Osseointegration) work and visit read more of  our blog for more dental implant tips. Dr. Parsa Zadeh explains the dental implants procedure and exactly why they work. Dr. Parsa Zadeh answers... read more »
Best Ways to Prevent Dental Implant Failure Looking to get a better understanding of dental implant failure? Watch this video series to learn about the importance of healthy bone for dental implant surgery and visit implantedu.org to learn more. Dr Parsa Zadeh explains how big of a role that having healthy bone plays towards preventing dental implant failure. Dr. Parsa... read more »
The type of cavities that we are seeing in older people who are cavity free with healthy periodontal tissue are o the root surfaces of the teeth and are called root caries. As the name implies, root caries occur on the roots and not the enamel of the teeth. There is an entire different microbiology that is responsible for “root... read more »
As we age many factors contribute to our overall health. Taking care of our teeth by brushing, flossing and routine checkups are the easiest ways to maintain a lifetime of healthy smiles. So why do we lose teeth during our lifetime? Tooth enamel tends to wear away with aging, making the teeth vulnerable to damage and decay. Tooth loss is... read more »
Taking care of our teeth is probably one of the first things we learn about health, and for many of us, a strict oral health regime is something we take seriously. Of course, we’re all familiar with the classic advise – avoid too many sugary snacks and drinks, steer clear of coffee and red wine, if you want to avoid... read more »