3D Guided Implant Surgery

3D Guided Implant Surgery

What is a surgical guide? Basically, a surgical guide is a mouthguard with the specific cylinder holes where the implant specialist will drill in to place the dental implant accurately.   Overall the acrylic guide allows the dentist to place the titanium screw in...
4 Most common reasons for tooth extraction

4 Most common reasons for tooth extraction

Advanced Smiles Dentistry dental team will always choose to treat the affecting problem rather than just pull a savable tooth. However, there are circumstances where the dental piece is compromised beyond repair, and the only option is to pull it out.   Our...
Super Bowl 2022: Football and dental facts

Super Bowl 2022: Football and dental facts

Any contact sport comes along with the risk of injuries. Therefore, we can see doctors in the playing fields. However, did you know that dentists can also be on call in case of a dental emergency?   For example, LA Rams football team has their own dentist and Dr....
Valentine’s Day: Love your teeth

Valentine’s Day: Love your teeth

Ready to kiss and be kissed this February 14th? Remember that a good 1st impression makes a difference. No one wants to kiss their loved one with bad breath, accumulated plaque and tartar or stained teeth.   Although this might be true, most people take oral...
Crown lengthening for porcelain veneers

Crown lengthening for porcelain veneers

A crown lengthening is a minor surgical dental procedure performed by a periodontist or cosmetic dentist. The procedure consists in recontouring gum tissue and bone in order to expose more of a tooth’s surface for cosmetic purposes. When do you need a crown...