by Stephen Nozaki | Feb 18, 2021 | General Dentistry
Did you ever notice the letters printed after a doctor’s name on your visit to a dentist’s office? The most common ones you can find are DMD and DDS. The clinical terminology referred to by a dental professional is somewhat vague to us common people. Even...
by Stephen Nozaki | Feb 15, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
One hundred million people go through teeth whitening treatment every year. Did you know Americans spend around $1.4 billion annually on over-the-counter whiteners? Data from a recent statistical survey shows that 80% of Americans of 18 – 49 years old crave...
by Stephen Nozaki | Dec 31, 2020 | Extractions, Oral Surgery
Are you concerned that your smoking habit might complicate your tooth extraction procedure? Tooth extractions can be harsh on the teeth and gums and require days of careful healing and pain. If you have been regularly smoking for years, your healing process might be...
by Stephen Nozaki | Dec 29, 2020 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Do you feel conscious about your smile because of uneven, smaller front teeth? Peg lateral teeth are unusually shaped upper lateral incisors located beside the central ones. Since they form a major part of our smile, it is natural to feel conscious about not having...
by Stephen Nozaki | Nov 25, 2020 | Sedation Dentistry
Laughing gas is commonly perceived as one of the best times you can have at the dentist. From television and movies, it’s often portrayed as more of a comical element. But is this what you should expect when visiting the dentist’s office and getting the gas mask? Is...
