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New dentures need some adjusting, and the first few days are the most important. Chewing can take some practice as your mouth and the muscles around your dentures adjust. Timing depends largely on your situation.

Small tooth gaps are quite common. Usually, many young children have them, but these gaps close over time as their permanent teeth fall into alignment. Gaps in teeth that persist into adulthood can be bothersome, and not everyone wants to get metal braces to correct them.

When you think of orthodontic treatment, you probably picture a teen with a mouth full of metal braces. Some patients prefer a less noticeable option for straightening their teeth. Patients visiting our Encino office often ask if there's a way they can get their crooked teeth fixed without metal braces.

After getting your tooth restored and getting rid of that pain you've been dealing with, you probably can't wait to eat all your favorite snacks. You can start munching again, but after a short time. Read on to learn how long to wait to eat after a composite filling and what types of foods you can safely enjoy.

Have you ever caught a glimpse of your silver filling when you're talking or smiling? Maybe you don't like its noticeable look, or perhaps you are concerned about amalgam safety. These are some of the reasons why patients in Encino visit us to ask whether they should get their silver fillings replaced with white fillings.

If it's your first time getting a professional cleaning, you might have a lot of questions before your visit. Teens and adults with busy schedules often have one question on their mind: How long will the procedure take? Normally, a cleaning takes half an hour to an hour at most. Keep reading to learn everything before your dental cleaning visit!

With busy work schedules and school routines, families in Encino sometimes forget to take care of their oral health. They want a dentist who will do more than just clean their teeth, someone who will take the time to look for potential problems developing underneath the surface.

Waking up with gum swelling after a root canal is incredibly frustrating. You expected the procedure to fix the pain, not cause more puffiness. While minor soreness is normal, sudden swelling means you need to look closer at your recovery. This guide explains why your gums swell and when to call your dentist.

Routine dental checkups frequently involve X-rays. Once or twice a year during your dental visit, you may be asked to undergo this simple process so that the dentist can have a complete view of your teeth, both above and below the gumline. However, patients are often concerned about radiation exposure.

Periodontal disease (more commonly known as gum disease) is one of the most prevalent oral health concerns in the world. As it progresses, it can result in serious complications such as gum recession or bone loss, and you may even end up losing one or more teeth. For patients in Encino, LA, the good news is that our dentist at Cloud9 Dental can effectively treat and manage gum disease before lasting damage occurs.