Keeping up with new technology in the dental field is a feat in and of itself. Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, ensures that his Beverly Hills dentist office is always at the forefront of new technological advances.

Dr. Maddahi explains, “When it comes to high-tech equipment and procedures, if we don’t keep up with the latest and most advanced procedures and tools, I am unable to effectively view, diagnose and treat a patient’s dental health.”

For patients who are in need of dental implants, prior to new innovation, patients waited up to a year from start to finish for implant procedures to be completed. The procedure also involved a few months of planning, multiple visits to the dentist for impressions, visiting different dental offices, on and on.

It used to take numerous x-rays to determine everything – how much bone, what was the length and quality, where the nerves were, the sinus, etc. Dental implants had been previously not only very painful and needful of an extensive recovery period, but with precision preparation and procedure this really is no longer necessarily the case.

Through the use of the Sirona GALILEOS Implant system, Dr. Maddahi’s office is now providing same day implants. This three-dimensional imaging system allows display of the entire jaw and joint. This is accomplished in just minutes, with no waiting for the x-ray to develop. The preparation steps are done in advance, all together. All the prep work is completed before the patient arrives in the office for the surgery. Now patients can have the look they wish for with their implants, and can expect a look and feel the most comparable to natural teeth.

Laser dentistry has, over the past decade, revolutionized many areas of dental care. Lasers help by making some procedures entirely or nearly pain free. Additionally, laser dentistry has simplified some common procedures by reducing recovery time, and time spent in the office.

Dr. Maddahi has recently acquired a brand new state-of-the-art laser for his office. The Waterlase MD Turbo laser performs much like a high-speed drill, but never touches the teeth. It uses a gentle spray of water and laser energy, to perform without vibration, heat or pressure.

The use of the Waterlase MD laser dentistry means fewer anaesthesia injections are needed, which results in less numbing. Soft-tissue procedures can be completed with the least bleeding, swelling and post-op pain. The results are almost magical.

The Waterlase MD means no more vibration or heat from a drill and thereby brings about much a kinder, minimally invasive dentistry which reduces patient fear and anxiety of dental appointments.

Many other high-tech tools are used routinely in the office of Dr. Maddahi, including a digital x-ray system that is in each room of the office. The IntraOral Camera displays, with crystal clarity, every tooth and gum surface in the patient’s mouth as the camera is moved from tooth to gum and the tongue.

Another remarkable tool is the high resolution state-of-the-art 40x by 1600x Trinocular Compound Microscope. This allows the hygienist, the doctor and the patient to digitally view live bacteria from the patient’s mouth on a computerized video screen.

With Digital Cosmetic Imaging, both the patient and Dr. Maddahi are given the opportunity to view a digitally computerized split-image photograph of the patient’s smile.  One half of the screen shows their current smile and the other half, a digital simulation of the projected cosmetic work.

The newest, advanced high-tech dentistry is always available at the Los Angeles cosmetic dentist office of Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, located in Beverly Hills, resulting in the highest quality natural, beautiful smiles.

Smile and the whole world smiles with you. Right? Well, what if you have dingy, grey teeth or a crooked smile, or you are missing a few teeth? Not so likely. A poor smile gives a poor impression. And the first thing a person notices, usually, is your smile.

Considering all the options available in cosmetic dentistry, the single most popular procedure is the application of porcelain veneers. It takes as few as two visits to completely refurbish an unsightly or lackluster smile. And the results created by Dr. Kourosh Maddahi are always remarkable and lasting.

This Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist is a leader in the creation and application of beautiful dental veneers. His practice is known for the extremely high quality of veneers produced. The results gotten, factoring the time and finances it takes, are one of the best deals in dentistry.

Veneers are routinely used to reshape oddly shaped teeth, to repair chipped or damaged teeth, to fill gaps between teeth and to handle extreme discoloration or staining. When they are expertly created and applied they bring about a dramatic enhancement of the teeth and smile.

By definition a veneer is ‘an outer layer fixed to something for decoration or protection’. Porcelain dental veneers are thin layers of dental grade porcelain glued to the surface of teeth. When designed with quality they have the same luminosity as natural tooth enamel. They are durable and strong, and often last up to twenty years.

Making veneers that are indistinguishable from the natural teeth comes about from a number of factors. Some aspects are technical and some are artistic. Dr. Maddahi begins by consulting closely with the patient who wants veneers. He looks at the shape of the face, the formation of the teeth and any imperfections.

He thoroughly discusses all of this with the patient. He answers their questions and educates them on the procedures involved. An important factor is the use of state-of-the-art video imaging to actually show the patient and Dr. Maddahi what choices they have in the final product. He looks for a result that will enhance the patient and not just their teeth.

Using the advanced technology called Shade Vision, Dr. Maddahi will obtain accurate readings of the color and shade of the existing teeth. This is very important because veneers have to be an exact match to the existing teeth or they tend to look artificial. Teeth are not all one color and the color and shade varies from tooth to tooth. Usually, the existing teeth would be cleaned and whitened first so the veneers made would match the teeth in their best condition.

The lab works exactly with the impression, color and shade data, as well as Dr. Maddahi’s explicit directions on how to create the custom veneer. Before they are mounted, the veneers are checked for fit, color match and, most importantly, patient approval.

Then they are then permanently affixed to the teeth. This procedure is accomplished in only two or three visits, usually. The product is an amazingly renewed and beautiful natural smile.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi offers free consultation at his state-of-the-art Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist office. Call now and you may discover a beautiful, natural new smile.

Have you recently discovered that you or a family member is in need of dental care, and you just don’t have the finances to handle the work needed? Does you insurance not cover the procedures that you require? Los Angeles family dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has a dentist office in Beverly Hills that will work with you on establishing a dental credit line.

Dr. Maddahi’s office works closely with several credit providers to ensure that their patients are able to get the dental work that they need. They specialize in finding simple, convenient, affordable lines of credit to make certain that your family can maintain excellent dental health.

Maybe you just experienced a dental emergency and need to repair a few teeth. Perhaps you have several teeth that need to be replaced. Or you’d like implants. Possibly you have been considering cosmetic dentistry. Or maybe you have not had a checkup or cleaning recently? Perhaps you did have a checkup and found you needed some work, or maybe you have sensitive teeth and gums?

You can usually apply for credit in just a few minutes. If you prefer, you can call the office before your appointment to get your credit line setup.  Or you can submit your application after you are given your treatment plan from Dr. Maddahi. As soon as it is approved, you can begin your treatment.

In most cases, once you have been approved for that line of credit, you may use it for on-going and additional treatment, and for any member of the family. There is usually no need to re-apply. If you are able to pay off the loan early, you may, if and when you would like. There are never any pre-payment penalties with your credit line.

Many of our credit choices will have no down payment or annual fees charged, depending of course on the initial agreement. You will always be given options to choose between several payment plans and you can usually set up low monthly payments. Different lines of credit offer several convenient payment options, so you can get the dental work that you want, when you need it most.

As an example, some providers offer No Interest Plans for three, six, twelve and eighteen months. These charge you no interest when you pay the required minimum monthly payment, as long as you pay off the remaining balance within the agreed-upon period. These are usually the most popular plans. Dr. Maddahi’s office tries to find you plans that have an interest rate that is more competitive than most bankcards, and include a fixed, monthly payment.

Dental credit lines can be ideal for co-payments, deductibles, treatment not covered by insurance, and of course, patients without any dental insurance. Once your credit line is approved you will no longer have to have any stress or worry about how to pay for the dental work your family needs.

Expert Los Angeles family dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi has been specializing in beautiful, natural smiles and superior dental health for his patients at his Beverly Hills dentist office for 22 years. Call Dr. Maddahi today and schedule a free dental consultation.

Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has a very convenient office right in Beverly Hills. The convenience begins with free valet parking next door to the office, so there’s never any hassle or expensive parking costs. The office is located right in between Wilshire and Little Santa Monica Boulevard, making access very easy.

If you live or work in Westwood, Brentwood, Century City, Hancock Park, Pacific Palisades, West LA, West Hollywood, or are closely situated to the La Cienega and Wilshire districts, you really should give this office a try.  Within just a short drive of a few minutes, you are likely to have your most satisfactory dental appointment ever!

Dr. Maddahi only schedules one patient at a time, making the appointments fast and without wait, in most cases. The warm welcome you will receive will always include an offer of tea or another beverage to enjoy in the beautiful, gallery-like office. When you arrive you will know that this is unlike any other dental office you have visited.

The staff and Dr. Maddahi will always thoroughly discuss any of your questions or concerns, to make the visit stress-free. When x-rays are necessary, they are so effortless compared to standard dental x-rays. Digital x-ray systems are in every procedure room. It takes a click of a button and the result is displayed immediately on the computer screen.

The office of Dr. Maddahi maintains a practice based on gentle dentistry, which means no stress and rarely any pain in any procedure. But the chair-side manner of this dentist far exceeds most other “gentle dentists”. Dr. Maddahi truly cares about your dental experience, wanting to make it the most peaceful experience you’ve had in a dentist office.

The quality of the work done by Dr. Maddahi is never out-done. As a matter of fact, Dr. Maddahi spends a good percentage of his time correcting failed work from other dentists. He provides the finest in cosmetic dentistry, resulting in very natural looking, beautiful new smiles.

This office always is always at the forefront of advanced, high-tech developments in the dental field. They have been using many of the newest instruments for years, while other dentists may just be obtaining them, or still are using aged equipment and procedures.

The IntraOral Camera displays every tooth and gum surface, with crystal clarity, in the patient’s mouth. With Digital Cosmetic Imaging, both Dr. Maddahi and the patient have the opportunity to view a digitally computerized split-image photograph of the patient’s smile, so they can compare what the before and after will really be like.

Another remarkable tool is the high resolution, state-of-the-art, 40x by 1600x Trinocular Compound Microscope used to view exactly what bacteria is causing a patient’s gum disease. Painless Air Drills and Digital Bite Recorders have been in the office for several years.

Most recently Dr. Maddahi has added the newest high-tech laser, Waterlase MD, which means no more vibration or heat, while essentially as effective as a high-speed drill.  His office can provide same day implants and uses Cerec, the same-day tooth restoration system.

All this means very convenient, top-notch dentistry from a local Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, in Beverly Hills. Call him today for your free dental consultation.

At the Beverly Hills dentist office of Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, it will be found that Dr. Maddahi’s Spa Dentistry office is really quite unlike other dental offices. Many claim to offer gentle dentistry, while this office bases it’s every office procedure, policy and activity on providing a higher standard of real gentle dentistry to its patients.

The first order of the day is to ensure that each patient feels welcome and is comfortable from the minute they near the office. With valet parking right next door, this arrival is a cinch, no driving around Beverly Hills looking for a parking spot.

The patient is warmly greeted and offered tea, coffee, water and the like. The friendly, aesthetic atmosphere of the gallery-like surroundings is a just preview of this new standard of dentistry. Paperwork is kept to a minimum, and can actually be completed on-line before the appointment.

Waiting to see the doctor is rare. Dr. Maddahi treats only one patient at a time. As quickly as possible, typically instantly, the patient will be taken into the examination room. Dr. Maddahi always begins treatment with a thorough exchange with his patient. He considers it important to fully discuss any concerns or questions the patient may have.

He will then fully cover the procedures to be done. Dr. Maddahi wants to make certain that the patient understands what to expect and this, he has found, can assist in relaxing the patient. Thorough and close communication between the doctor and the patient can dramatically decrease the stress of a dental appointment.

Communication is fundamental for gentle dentistry. Has there been any history of painful dentistry? Is the patient frightened by needles? How is the patient’s pain threshold? Do they have any fears or concerns? These are vital points of coordination between the dentist and the patient.

Every year it is found that more and more patients avoid the dentist, either because they have a fear of the dentist, or that they have had a bad experience earlier. Why would someone want to return to the dentist, in such a case?

In most circumstances the actual dental treatment began with pain. In order to do almost any dental procedure, Novocain has been needed. Administered with a needle, the pain commenced. Not necessarily the case at this office because Dr. Maddahi uses the newest anesthesia tool, the Citoject, to avoid such pain.

Dr. Maddahi explains, “What causes the pain of an injection is not the needle but the rate of delivery of the anesthetic. Before the Citoject, using conventional methods, few dentists could be painless. However with the Citoject a micro-compressor controls the rate of the injection so patients feel only a slight pressure, no pain. I try very hard to put the patient’s comfort first. I have used the Citoject since it first came on the market.”

This is one of numerous advanced dental high-tech tools offered in Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi’s Beverly Hills dentist office located nearby Century City, Hancock Park, Pacific Palisades and West LA. These are tools not normally found in a typical dental office. Here, the overall emphasis is on stress-free, pain-free dentistry, thus offering their patients an experience unlike any previous dental appointment.

Everyone knows that they must brush their teeth a minimum of twice a day. No one questions the fact that they are supposed to floss, daily, to avoid tooth decay and eventual loss of teeth. Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, Los Angeles dentist with an office in Beverly Hills, further explains this health ritual.

Last year an oral care survey found that over 60 percent of the people asked felt that they knew that bacteria affected their oral health, but they would not be comfortable explaining why or how that works. This survey was given to more than 1000 adults across the United States.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi is out to increase his patients understanding and knowledge of how bacteria affect oral health. The ADA explains it like this, “Your teeth are covered with a sticky film of bacteria called plaque. Following a meal or snack, the bacteria release acids that attack tooth enamel.”

So, decay is the destruction of tooth structure caused by the bacterial acids attacking the enamel. Tooth decay ensues when plaque mixes with the sugars, as well as the starches, of food. Jointly they develop an acidic substance that eats through the hard outside of the tooth, also known as enamel.

Bacteria are also at the root of gum disease. The ADA also explains, “Periodontal (gum) disease is caused by plaque… These bacteria create toxins that can damage the gums. It is important to have regular dental checkups, and professional cleaning is essential to prevent periodontal diseases.”

But if the exact bacteria are only guessed at, or remain undetected, a patient may lose their teeth. When Dr. Maddahi identifies the precise bacteria in the mouth using a special microscope, he knows exactly how to attack with a tailor-made treatment.

The remarkable dental instrument used in bacterial identification is a high-resolution state-of-the-art 40x by 1600x Trinocular Compound Microscope. With this microscope, the doctor, the hygienist and the patient are able to view, digitally, moving bacteria from the patient’s mouth on a computerized video screen. There is no longer any need for speculation, just pure science, when diagnosing periodontal disease.

Dr. Maddahi explains the importance of a proper dental hygiene routine, “Anaerobic bacteria (those living and growing in the absence of free oxygen) feed on leftovers and dead cells. These harmful microorganisms attack teeth and gums, producing a typical foul smell. The most common cause of halitosis is bacteria.”

He continues, “Brushing two or three times a day is not enough. Flossing after meals is important and seeing the dental hygienist to remove tartar buildup twice a year is needed. And don’t forget that dental caries or other decay or infection can also cause bad breath.”

In order to maintain good dental health, a regular dental checkup is required because decay can eat away from the tooth’s surface to the nerve in the heart of the tooth in just a year. Without regular cleanings and checkups a dental implant might be in order instead of just a clean bill of health.

Beverly Hills dentist, Dr, Kourosh Maddahi will provide a complimentary initial consultation in order to diagnose any existing dental worries. This is perfect for anyone from Westwood, Brentwood, Century City or Hancock Park who needs a new dentist!

Now there’s a brand new state-of-the-art laser, employed in the Beverly Hills dentist office of Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi. This new laser, the Waterlase MD Turbo, works like a high-speed drill, but never touches the tooth. It uses laser energy and a gentle spray of water, performing without heat, vibration or pressure.

“I want to revolutionize dentistry. We strive for the fastest, best result with the least pain”, explains Dr. Maddahi. “With the Waterlase MD Turbo, we are accomplishing our dentistry procedures faster than ever with less pain, less waiting and less recovery time.”

So advanced from the original lasers used in dentistry, the Waterlase MD Turbo is a cool laser. Customarily, of course, a laser was inherently heat based. There developed a significant difference in this technology.  Waterlase is the only cool laser used in dentistry – which therefore means no more burning to remove tissue and bone.

Imagine your dentist using a cool laser instead of a high-speed drill for drilling cavities? Yes, that means you perhaps won’t need Novocain. With much less pain, no heat, no noise, no weird drill smell and no vibration, the speed of this new high-tech laser is nearly equal to that of a high-speed drill. Many patients have found they can now get a cavity filled without the use of any anesthesia.

This revolutionary transformation in dentistry should bring certain people back to the dentist office! A survey conducted by the National Institute for Consumer Education found that 82% of people have fear of the dentist. They also found that 68% of that fear is because of the injection so often needed for dental work. And, 53 % do not like the post-operative numbness.

As in earlier treatment of periodontal disease, this innovative dental laser can be used on infected gums to significantly shrink inflammation. Any expected pain in this treatment is greatly diminished with the Waterlase. Treating infected gums with laser dentistry will usually keep the area free from returning bacteria for up to 30 days. The now-vaporized tissue, which was infected beforehand, is found to grow back now, bacteria free.

Need crown lengthening? Customarily, it takes six to eight weeks of healing after crown lengthening before the next procedure can be done. When a condition exists where a tooth needs a crown but too much of the tooth is missing, crown lengthening will be performed right in Dr. Maddahi’s office. This is done with less recovery time and much less pain than earlier-used methods.

There is one more important use of laser dentistry. When a patient finds that their smile is “too gummy” this new laser is used to remove the extra gum, called gum recontouring. And this procedure is also now far faster, with less pain and far more rapid healing.

The upshot of Waterlase MD laser dentistry is that fewer injections are needed, meaning less numbing and soft-tissue procedures are completed with the least swelling, bleeding and post-op pain. The Waterlase MD effectively eliminates the vibration and heat of a drill, and affords much more minimally invasive dentistry thereby reducing patient fear and anxiety of dental appointments.

You may contact Dr. Kourosh Maddahi now for a free initial consultation. His Los Angeles cosmetic dentist office in Beverly Hills conveniently provides free valet parking.

In the Los Angeles area, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, Beverly Hills dentist, considers testing patients with biocompatibility sensitivity very important before choosing the dental materials he will use for fillings and other dental work.

Society seems to be coming all the more aware of the possible effects of toxic products – those used in food like MSG, decorations like lead, and on and on. Most recently there has been widespread concern about the ingredients in inoculations for flu and other illnesses.

It is also highly imperative to recognize the consequence of certain chemicals and substances that are employed by dentists in dental care. Some individuals have discovered sensitivity to dental materials already in use and some have found that these materials are actually toxic to their bodies with consequences ranging from breathing difficulties, headaches or dizziness to debilitating illness.

Testing is available to discover sensitivity to certain compounds. A well-known example of toxic dental materials, mercury amalgam fillings, has been well documented to be an irritant for many dental patients.

Dr. Tom McGuire, DDS, is an innovative dental researcher and principal in holistic dental wellness. He explains, “Mercury amalgam fillings continuously release mercury vapor, the most poisonous, naturally occurring, non-radioactive substance on earth, into your body. The mercury amalgams emit contributes to over 100 health issues. “

Dr. McGuire further clarifies, “For some, the effects of dental materials on their health can be significant. Today we are exposed to thousands of potentially toxic substances that didn’t exist 50, or even 20, years ago and every year more are added to the list. The effects on health of man-made substances vary from person to person. Some may not be affected, while, for others, the same substance may be toxic and elicit a harmful reaction. The source of these substances range from what is put into the food we eat, to household chemicals, pesticides, toxic substances resulting from the manufacturing process, auto emissions, and products and materials used in medical and dental treatment.”

Serum biocompatibility testing is a laboratory screening procedure employed to assist in the identification of sensitivity issues to various chemical groups and families of compounds in an individual patient. “I suggest to many patients that they take advantage of serum biocompatibility testing.”, explains Dr. Maddahi.  “It is possible to use a serum blood specimen to determine what one’s ‘least toxic’ replacement dental materials might be. We use the term ‘least toxic’ because any foreign substance introduced into the body will, to some degree, aggravate the immune system. This is the purpose of the immune system, to ward off substances not naturally found in the body.”

Traditional immunological methods utilized produce test results that report on almost 7000 trade-named products and 100 chemical groups and varieties. The test will specifically determine existing systemic allergies that may be associated with these bio-materials and the restorative products that are utilized for the repair and reconstruction of teeth, bone structures, joints and other body tissue.

Therefore once a patient has been tested, he is able to avoid highly toxic products in his system and Beverly Hills dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, can choose, with confidence, the dental materials that will be the best to be used for fillings and other dental work.

Cosmetic dentistry is important for health as it focuses not only on the appearance of the teeth, but also the long-term dental health of the patient. When being seen by a highly qualified and reputable cosmetic dentist in Los Angeles, such as Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, whose cosmetic dentist office is located in Beverly Hills, you will most often discover the most modern technology available for use.

With a widely trusted and respected dentist to help you choose the procedures and materials that are best for you, it is possible to completely resolve your dental health issues. While Dr. Maddahi focuses on the appearance of the teeth, because of his extensive background and education in traditional dentistry, the dental health of the patient is foremost in his treatment plan.

Beverly Hills Dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has explained that many a patient will find that oral health is significant to how they consider their appearance. Their consideration on this can directly affect their sense of well-being. But, he says, “not so many individuals understand the direct corollary between dental health and their daily health.”

Dr. Maddahi continues, “I can help my patients with many techniques today. Porcelain laminate veneers and dental implants are two common options that can create drastic cosmetic changes, and have a great positive impact on a patient’s appearance. There are different circumstances that would indicate the need for one or the other.”

One of the most significant advances in cosmetic dentistry today are porcelain veneers. Veneers are able to correct an extensive selection of dental problems. These include chips, stains, cracked teeth, crookedness and gaps between the teeth, all without long-drawn-out orthodontic care.

Veneers are usually made from porcelain, as porcelain is extremely durable and has color, translucence and texture similar to natural tooth enamel. Veneers are almost instant solutions to dental problems, as they are usually placed in only two visits over a several week period. Porcelain veneers create a straight, perfect smile that is natural and beautiful, in just so little time.

With missing teeth, dental implants are most often the best option. Implants are used as a permanent correction for missing teeth and are literally artificial tooth root replacements. The implant is built using lightweight titanium, a material which has proven to be strong and safe. Titanium bonds remarkably well with bone. Then a porcelain crown can be attached to the artificial root.

The importance of dental health and replacing missing teeth cannot be exaggerated. “When a patient has missing teeth, the jawbone begins to shrink, making the face look older. Dentures sit on top of the gums, and do not stop this shrinkage. Over time dentures become uncomfortable and ill-fitting, as the shape of the patient’s jawbone continues to change,” explains Dr. Maddahi.  “Implant supported replacement teeth are like natural teeth because they are secured to the bone. Patients with dental implants can chew and speak confidently.”

Whether you are considering veneers or implants, or if a different cosmetic procedure is necessary, having a beautiful smile can make you feel better about yourself. Once you are more confidently able to enjoy life, your dental and physical health is improved.

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If you ask the Los Angeles cosmetic dentist of Beverly Hills, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, he will most often recommend dental implants as the solution for missing teeth. Because implants are permanently affixed and secure, they make smiling, talking, and eating more enjoyable.

Additionally, implants provide a very natural feel and look. They are just like having the original tooth in place; this is why the use of dental implants instead of bridges and dentures has recently exploded in popularity. They look completely natural, not fake like dentures frequently can. Dental implants are not very likely to loosen, unlike dentures which eventually have to be replaced.

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

Partials and dentures can create speech difficulty. They sometimes lead to denture sores. But a more important health issue is in play. There is a problem linked with tooth loss, which is a shrinking of the jawbone – a process known as ‘atrophy’ and that can progress over the years. Bone atrophy can affect jaw function, and has also been found to create unfavorable facial cosmetic changes, and this shows up the need for denture replacement.

The scientific research dental implants are based in began in the 50’s when there was a discovery that metal titanium was able to bond with bone. Therefore, the dental implant consists of titanium cylinders that are anchored into the jawbone supporting completely natural looking porcelain crowns.

With no more a need for dentures and bridges, it is now easier to eat and speak, smiles are greatly improved, and the hassle of dentures and partials is relieved. While dental implants are a more contemporary cosmetic dentistry option than dentures they have survived the test of time, with patients who have had successful implant supported teeth for more than twenty-five years.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi always likes to educate his patients on the subject of the many dental choices available. He thoroughly explains the health importance of his dental implant recommendation. “Missing teeth cause the obvious problems of diminished appearance and self-esteem of a patient. However, it may not be as apparent that missing teeth affect an individual’s general health, as well as the health of remaining teeth. When teeth go unreplaced, surrounding teeth can also be lost. Additional cosmetic dental problems can be caused by tipping or crowding of the teeth adjacent to the missing teeth.”

There is clearly no longer a need for a patient to suffer uncomfortable bridges and dentures. No other option to replace missing teeth has proven to be as as natural in appearance or as successful as dental implants. In many, many cases, dental implants have been found to be the single sensible option in order to completely restore the function of the teeth and jaw.

Los Angeles cosmetic dentist of Beverly Hills, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, reports additionally that most patients have found that the look they achieve with their implants is the most comparable to natural teeth.