El Paso, TX: El Paso dentist, Dr. Mehrnoosh Darj has been running a contest to reward local youths for a few years. She called this the “Good Deed” contest. Dr. Darj launched the Do A Good Deed Contest with a hope to give youths a chance to look at their actions. “No one can tell […]
This time a winning good deed video was submitted about the story of 4-year-old Kai Silva, who was awarded the grand prize, a brand new iPad, on Thursday June 18th in Dr Darj’s office. Silva learned that his teacher had a caterpillar problem in her garden, and she was going to exterminate them. Together with […]
Seeing that many people cannot manage to spend money for basic dental care, Affordable Dental Associates owner Dr. Darj wanted to give those people an opportunity to take care of dental problems before they become more serious, and more costly. She opened her 3 dental locations on February 20th and March 14nd and welcomed anyone […]
When you think of a dental emergency, you probably think of a traumatic event that winds up causing broken teeth or other really severe damage. But actually, the term “dental emergency” can include a lot more than traumatic injuries. In fact, a dental emergency can be any type of situation that requires prompt or immediate […]
Many discussions regarding oral care focus on cavity prevention, but the reality is that your gums are just as important. These tissues protect your tooth roots and jawbone from exposure to bacteria or other debris, and they help secure your teeth in place. Unhealthy gums can impact the overall health of your mouth. Gum disease, for […]
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), often referred to simply as TMJ, affect the joints and muscles that control jaw movement, and they are far more common than most people realize. According to a 2020 systematic review by Vilanova et al., TMD affects about 31% of adults and 11% of children and adolescents, making it one of the […]
Amalgam fillings 一 often referred to as silver fillings 一 are strong and durable. However, these fillings are composed of about 50% elemental mercury. Mercury is highly toxic, and there is no known safe level of this metal. That’s why we’re proud to offer mercury-free dentistry here at Dr. Darj Dental in El Paso, Texas. […]
No toothaches are exactly the same. Some start as a slight nagging sensation only when you bite down, while others might throb incessantly whether you’re eating or not. Regardless of whether you have a minor toothache or a severe one, untreated toothaches can lead to infections. Because oral infections can spread to other parts of […]
ClearCorrect offers a discreet solution for straightening your teeth so you can achieve a beautiful smile without the noticeable appearance of traditional braces — and it’s available here at Dr. Darj Dental, in El Paso, Texas. You’ve heard about people straightening their teeth or correcting their bite with clear aligner trays. Read on as Mehrnoosh […]