All too often, men and women who are thinking about orthodontic treatment tend to focus solely on the cosmetic benefits of having their teeth straightened. And for sure, straight, optimally aligned teeth can help your smile look more attractive, healthier, and even younger. But while the cosmetic benefits of treatment can be significant, that’s just […]
Everyone wants a brighter, whiter smile, but it can be difficult to achieve if you’re doing counterproductive things that sabotage this dream. If you want whiter teeth or want to maintain the results of your professional teeth whitening, there are several things you should stop doing. Here, Mehrnoosh Darj, DDS, shares some of the most […]
Knocked-out teeth are a common sports injury, but it’s also possible to lose teeth as a result of decay or disease. Sometimes, a tooth becomes damaged so badly by decay that the best course of action is an extraction. If you’re one of the 120 million Americans who are missing a tooth, you’re not alone. The American […]
You might not think much about your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) until it hurts. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can be a source of persistent discomfort. Not only does your jaw click and pop, but the dysfunction can make it difficult to eat comfortably. If you’ve been diagnosed with TMD or suspect you may have it, you might […]
You’ve just completed your Invisalign® treatment 一 yay! 一 and your smile is better than ever. Those discreet clear aligners have done wonders, and now it’s time to ensure your results stay picture-perfect. The unsung hero in your orthodontic journey is the Invisalign Vivera® retainer. As a certified Invisalign provider, Mehrnoosh Darj, DDS, knows firsthand […]
Dental veneers are a popular choice for men and women who want to improve the way their smiles look. With their versatile design and application process, porcelain veneers can correct the appearance of an array of cosmetic flaws to transform your smile, typically in just a couple of office visits. But while porcelain veneers may […]
One of the most popular dental procedures people choose to have is laser whitening. When being introduced to new people, our smiles, and therefore our teeth, are one of the first things people will notice about us. Don’t let stained or discolored teeth stand in your way of feeling confident and social. Instead, having your […]
Having clean teeth can be such a refreshing feeling. After having your teeth whitened, you may love the way the way they look so much, that you find yourself smiling even more. Yet, the reality is that if you want to walk pearly whites every day, you need to put in the effort to keep […]
After a tooth extraction, whether it’s a wisdom tooth or not, a protective blood clot forms over the extraction site. This blood clot covers your bone and nerves as your mouth heals. But if this blood clot becomes dislodged, you might develop a painful condition known as dry socket. Mehrnoosh Darj, DDS, and her experienced […]