Our Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has found that the perception people have of you is actually affected by discolored teeth, poorly shaped teeth, or unattractive gums and is immediately changed when you have a smile makeover.

“I had one patient come in with her gums bleeding, teeth cracked, missing and broken.  In four weeks I did a full mouth reconstruction on her.  She was so elated. She sat there crying, saying you’ve changed my life, you’ve saved my life.’ There’s nothing that would replace that kind of acknowledgment from a patient.  That’s what I love to do.”  Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, is dedicated to creating beautiful, natural smiles. 

A very marked improvement can be made from a simple teeth whitening procedure.  Discolorations can be caused by staining, aging, or chemical damage to teeth. Tooth dullness or staining is an indication that whitening should be considered. Smokers and those who drink coffee and/or tea on a regular basis accelerate the discoloration and require cleaning more often. These are among the most common reasons for teeth whitening.

Dr. Maddahi combines artistry and dentistry, creating beautiful, natural smiles for his patients.  “When I look at a patient, I am not just looking at their teeth.  I am looking at their whole face, how to make that smile to match their personality and the symmetry of their face.”  Further he says.  “I imagine you have seen people with dental work that is unnatural.  Perhaps the teeth are too thick or too long, and push out the lips or the teeth are small or the wrong shape or color.  I concentrate on creating just the right smile for my patients.”

Dr. Maddahi is one of Los Angeles’ leading cosmetic dentists.  He is very interested in what his patients want, what they suggest and are most comfortable with.  The choices are many, including porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, teeth whitening, cosmetic implants, bridges, recontouring, composite bonding, porcelain inlays, porcelain onlays and dentures.

Using his state-of-the-art digital cosmetic imaging equipment, he and the patient consult to find the best new smile for them. The display will show a computerized split image of the patient’s smile.  The top half of the screen displays the current smile and the bottom display is a digital simulation of the smile as it will be after the work has been completed.  This way they can make an immediate decision on the work to be done.  

 Ah, it is so true that cosmetic dentistry today is a fusion of high tech procedure backed by skilled practice and an aesthetic vision.  And our Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, who is located near La Cienega Boulevard, uses porcelain veneers as one of his core tools to accomplish this vision.

He’s an amazing cosmetic dentist, who has at his disposal high tech equipment, years of training and experience channeled into an ability to transform, rebuild or repair in any aspect relating to the gums, teeth and above all, a beautiful and natural smile.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS, is known for his commitment to his patients and his natural looking work. He answers questions and addresses each patient’s concern on all aspects of cosmetic dentistry. Patient testimonials praise his level of communication and knowledge of the field.  His office is located a short distance from La Cienega Blvd. in Beverly Hills, with complimentary valet parking which makes this a very convenient office. 

His approach is one of pain-free, gentle dentistry, using biocompatible materials in a stress-free environment. His facilities are state-of-the-art, enabling professional service of the highest caliber. Take a look at the office tour on the website!

The results are nothing less than obvious. Dr. Maddahi’s high reputation is borne of results – the best technology applied with an artists’ eye. The doctor knows that people are unique and that their smile is their ‘calling card’ - whether in business, entertainment or services.

So if you are looking for a dentist close to La Cienega, and need porcelain veneers you should head over and meet Dr. Kourosh Maddahi. Porcelain veneers allow for teeth to be quickly improved and enhanced whereas orthodontics can take years for full result and dentures have inherent limitations. By enhancing existing teeth through expert application, porcelain veneers can mean a beautiful smile now.

This is a frequent topic when our Dr. Maddahi answers questions from the patients. What is it about this new item in cosmetic dentistry? Why are so many people thrilled to have dental implants instead of dentures?

Beverly Hills dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, suggests dental implants as the answer to missing teeth.  Implants are stable and permanent, which make talking, eating and smiling more enjoyable.

Offering a more natural look, feel and function and because they are permanently fixed in the mouth, the use of dental implants instead of bridges and dentures has exploded in popularity over the past several decades.

The back story on implants is that the scientific research that allowed dental implants to come into being began in the 1950’s with the discovery that metal titanium had an ability to bond with bone.  This very strong bond to surrounding bone is a process termed “osseointegration”, coming from the Latin word “osseus” meaning “bony”.

After years of careful research and study, dental implants (titanium cylinders placed into the jawbone to support replacement teeth) have been refined with high success rates. There are now patients who have had implant supported teeth for more than twenty-five years.  No more the need for dentures and bridges, it’s easier to eat, looks better and much more easily cared for.

”I tell my patients with missing teeth that they should consider dental implants.”, explains Dr. Maddahi.  “If you, like millions of Americans, have lost one or more teeth, you may be all too familiar with the unpleasant consequences. For many, missing teeth lead to an unattractive smile, embarrassment from loose dentures, and pain or difficulty with eating.  Traditional cosmetic dentistry can provide replacements for missing teeth using bridges, removable partials and dentures; however, each of these has its problems.”

Bridgework usually involves altering natural teeth to provide a stable foundation for support of replacement teeth. Partials and dentures can, at times, be very unstable, leading to denture sores or speech difficulties.  Another little known problem associated with tooth loss is a process known as ‘atrophy’, a shrinking of the jawbone that can progress over the years. Bone atrophy not only affects jaw function, but can cause adverse facial cosmetic changes.

Dental implants are an effective, safe and predictable solution to the problems resulting from missing teeth. Many patients report they like the look more, and state that the implants feel and function like natural teeth.

Dr. Maddahi likes to inform his patients of the basis of his choices. “Dental implants are substitutes for the roots of missing teeth. They act as an anchor for a replacement tooth or crown or a set of replacement teeth.  Replacing missing teeth is important to an individual’s general health and to the health of remaining teeth. Chewing ability is lost when a tooth is lost. Unreplaced teeth can cause other teeth to be lost, tipped or crowded and create subsequent problems. There are also the obvious problems of poor appearance and loss of self-esteem caused by one or more missing teeth.”

Sometimes all the available choices in dentistry are confusing… Fillings, implants, whitening, porcelain veneers, bonding… what do I need??? Let’s go over a very common choice, dental bridges.

Dental bridges are used to fill gaps in the mouth when teeth have fallen out or have been removed due to periodontal disease, injury or decay. When a person is missing a tooth, it can really have an effect on self-confidence. Missing teeth create an unbalance in existing mouth structures leading to additional bone loss, jaw stress, TMJ problems and headaches. Speech can also be affected when a person has a missing tooth.

Our Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, one of Los Angeles’ premier cosmetic dentists, operates from our state-of-the-art Beverly Hills office, and he’s taken dental bridgework to a new utmost standard. He utilizes effective technology such as Shade vision, computerized tone and color matching of existing teeth, and The Wand – a slow-feeding anesthetic delivery system for virtually painless procedure. As an acknowledged expert, his results are nothing less that outstanding.

Typically, fixed bridges or partial bridges are used to replace missing teeth. A fixed bridge is a replacement tooth that is attached to the surrounding teeth by placing porcelain crowns on those teeth and fastening the artificial tooth to those crowns. This is the favored solution and the porcelain work done by Dr. Maddahi is natural looking and results in a beautiful new smile!

A partial bridge is a denture-like plastic or metal structure that has the missing tooth or teeth attached which slides into the mouth and is removable for cleaning. Partials may not look as natural and do need to be removed and thoroughly cleaned every day.

For patients who have difficulty due to missing and broken teeth, our Beverly Hills implant dentist procedures offer freedom in smiling, talking and eating.

I remember my grandfather who had to take out his dentures each night and put them next to the bed. I once was at a rehearsal for a play and this poor man got so into his lines that his teeth literally flew out of his mouth! (He was playing the Ghost of Christmas Past in A Christmas Carol. I can’t imagine how careful he was from then on – he did a hundred shows that season!)

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, who is a leading implant dentist in the Beverly Hills area, has worked tirelessly for twenty-one years to bring his patients new, beautiful smiles. He insists upon using state-of-the-art cosmetic dentistry when delivering dental implants, porcelain veneers and teeth whitening, offering the ultimate in top-quality dentistry.

Many people have newfound freedom with the permanence and stability afforded by dental implants. Yes, dentures and bridges are reliable and proven devices, but life is found to be much easier with implants. In this procedure small posts or artificial ‘roots’ are surgically fixed into the gum. On these posts, a new artificial crown or tooth is placed, instantly creating a freedom with eating, talking and smiling that makes them a very attractive option.

Where teeth are extremely discolored, misshaped or damaged, Dr. Maddahi uses porcelain veneers to craft a new tooth surface. This then enhances tooth form as well as sculpting a more pleasing or functional position. He also uses veneers to restore teeth with scratches, pits and chips, leaving the teeth looking more beautiful than ever but very natural. This veneer material is very durable and lasting.

To ensure that the new teeth match perfectly, Dr. Maddahi uses Shade Vision technology which will precisely analyze tooth color and shade. Ideally the existing teeth are whitened with the new Zoom! Teeth Whitening System, since teeth do discolor and stain over time. Wine, tea, coffee, cigarettes and certain foods can discolor the teeth, leaving them dull and appearing unhealthy or old.

Dr. Maddahi operates with this technology as a master technician and artist. He is acknowledged as possessing a rare artistic talent for dental makeovers.