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Do you ever avoid making appointments at the dentist because you are already a diligent brusher and flosser? While your at-home efforts are an important component of maintaining strong oral health, they cannot get your teeth and gums as clean as they need to be. Below, the expert dentists at La Jolla Family Smile Design explain why regular dental checkups and cleanings are considered essential care. Everyone Is at Risk for Cavities and Gum Disease It’s true that cavities are more likely to affect people with poor brushing habits, but[...]

Are you interested in making cosmetic improvements to your smile, but not if it requires a lot of effort on your part? You probably already know that Invisalign is a great way to straighten your teeth, but you may not be aware of just how easy this treatment is. Read on to understand why the patients at La Jolla Family Smile Design find clear aligners to be much less of a commitment than traditional orthodontics.  Invisalign Is Removable Whereas braces are a permanent fixture in your mouth for the entirety[...]

You want the best for your child, but you may have received mixed messages about what kind of dental care kids require and how important it is. Rather than listening to other parents who may be misinformed on this subject, why not learn straight from respected dentists? In this blog, the team of professionals at La Jolla Family Smile Design discuss the kind of care they provide to children and why it is important to visit the dentist even at a young age. Why Taking Care of Baby Teeth Matters[...]

When you see someone with a “perfect” smile, it may be genetics and good oral health habits — or it may be veneers! Porcelain veneers are an increasingly popular cosmetic treatment that can mask your smile’s flaws, including stains, gaps, and crookedness. If you’ve been curious about porcelain veneers and want to consult a trusted source with your questions, look no further than our talented dentists to learn more about the procedure. How many veneers do I need? The number of veneers used in your treatment depends on your cosmetic goals. If[...]

If you want to improve the appearance of your smile the talented dentists at La Jolla Family Smile Design are here to help. Dr. Jaime Breziner, Dr. David Vasquez, and Dr. Yael Kandinov have years of experience helping patients achieve their ideal smile. They offer a complete suite of treatments to meet the unique needs of every patient. Our team understands that even a minor change can have dramatic results. One of the most popular cosmetic procedures for patients who only need a little change to achieve their ideal smile[...]

Root canals … almost everyone has heard of them and yet most people know very little about them. The dentists at La Jolla Family Smile Design are experts at performing root canals and at helping patients to avoid them. Here, our talented dentists discuss the root canal procedure, and steps to take to avoid needing one. What Is a Root Canal? A root canal is performed to rehabilitate an infected or badly damaged tooth. During a root canal, our team does everything possible to ensure that patients are safe and comfortable. First,[...]

Full mouth restoration is a comprehensive solution to help address a number of dental problems. Full mouth restoration can help you look and feel your best. There are a number of reasons that a full mouth restoration may be right for you. Here, Dr. Jaime Breziner and Dr. Yael Kandinov — the talented dental team at La Jolla Family Smile Design — discuss indicators that someone is a candidate for full mouth restoration. Missing Teeth Many people consider missing teeth to be an aesthetic issue. However, missing teeth can actually impact oral health. Missing teeth[...]

At most dental practices, crowns are a multi-appointment affair. First, the dentist files down the tooth to fit the crown and takes an impression of the tooth. This mold is sent to a laboratory that can create a custom crown for the patient. A few weeks later, the patient returns so the permanent crown can be cemented. One of the many reasons patients love La Jolla Family Smile Design is that we can do the same job in one visit. We offer same-day crowns to our patients for their convenience. How Same-Day[...]

Have you ever caught yourself staring at someone’s pearly white teeth and wished you had your own white and bright smile? Then you may be a good candidate for teeth whitening. This popular cosmetic treatment is the most efficient way to turn your teeth several shades whiter. The dentists at La Jolla Family Smile Design understand that you may have some reasonable questions you would like answered before scheduling an in-office teeth whitening appointment. To help address these potential concerns, we answer some of these questions here: How white will my teeth[...]

Everyone knows that brushing twice per day is an important activity, but are you making the most of your brushing time? If you’re haphazardly rubbing your brush across your teeth, you may still be leaving some plaque and bacteria in your mouth, which makes you susceptible to cavities and tooth decay. Below, Dr. Jaime Breziner and Dr. Yael Kandinov — the outstanding dental team at La Jolla Family Smile Design — share some tips so that you can improve your brushing technique.  Tips for Improving the Way You Brush Your Teeth Use Great Materials[...]