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Dental Implants have advanced to such a degree that they have become the most popular choice for replacing missing teeth today. Improvements in manufacturing, design, surface treatment, and comfort have made implants extremely stable, low maintenance and with an unparalleled natural look and feel.

With latest advancements in Laser dentistry, previously untreatable and unsightly oral lesions such as  Recurrent Aphthous Ulcers or Oral Herpetic lesions (HSV-1), can now be vaporized and eliminated in as short as 1 or 2 appointments by application of BioLase laser at Modern Smiles dental office in North Hollywood. Oral Apthous ulcers (canker sores) and Herpatic lesions are common oral diseases, which can be very painful and unsightly.

Have you wondered how some celebrities or maybe someone you know, have such beautiful smiles? Its' not always genetics!

Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection of the gum and bone tissue surrounding your teeth and is the primary cause of tooth loss next to fractures and decay. Gum disease is a chronic infection with different levels of severity and like most other chronic diseases, develops slowly and is often not painful.

Most of the time, men don't pay as much attention to their health needs as women, including their teeth and gums. For example, men only brush their teeth 1.9 times day, and the average male will lose over 5 teeth by age 72.

It's amazing how fast time flies by! As 2016 comes to a close, so will your dental benefits!

Dent istry can be a lot more than just removing pain or restoring broken teeth, cosmetic dentistry can be an effective tool in helping you achieve a more dramatic youthful look in as short 1 or 2 appointments without the pain or costs of plastic surgery. As we age our teeth lose some of their shape and luster due to wear and tear which can make your teeth appear yellow or shortened.

As dental material technology has evolved over the years, so have dental crowns. There are 3 main generations that date as far back as 1900's and started with the first of its kind, the all-porcelain “jacket” crowns.

In our daily lives, we all experience stress and anxiety. Work, family, and hectic schedules can create a great deal of pressure.

Undiagnosed sleep apnea is a hidden health crisis costing Americans over 100 billion dollars  according to the Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and while this is a medical condition often diagnosed by your physician, your local dentist can prescribe and develop the oral appliance required to treat it. The most common form of sleep apnea treated at Modern Smiles Dental Practice in North Hollywood is obstructive sleep apnea which is a debilitating sleep-related breathing disorder defined as the cessation of breathing for 10 seconds or more.

A new study at University of Georgia of over 15,000 people with multiple dental fillings has concluded that mercury based amalgam fillings commonly referred to as silver fillings, can lead to increased mercury levels in the blood. Mercury, a heavy metal known to be toxic at high levels, can cause heart, brain, lung, kidney and immune system impairment.

People do many things to take care of their teeth and gums. Regular brushing, frequent flossing, and dental checkups help keep your smile at its best.