Here at Bedford Dental Group, we have lots of high profile clients. Sean “Diddy” Combs is just one of the most recent stars caught by the paparazzi as he made his way down the sidewalk and into our Beverly Hills office.  

Though we always make it a point to provide the very best care to all of our patients, we understand that some of our patients may require some special treatment due to their overwhelming popularity. Because of this, we offer inconspicuous VIP services to our high profile patients.

Hey, we know that our VIP’s get enough attention from the paparazzi and fans, but there’s no need to have to worry about being hassled during a visit to the dentist. To ensure that, we are happy to close our office to the general public during the patient’s visit. What does this mean? Well, it means no waiting, no cell phone picture snapping fans and no crazed paparazzi venturing into the office waiting room to blind the patient with their flash. It’s just the patient and our staff.

Whether it’s a routine cleaning, Zoom! Teeth Whitening, or any one of our other services, our patients can rest easy knowing that our cosmetic dentists and experienced staff will be devoted to their needs alone.

Coffee, fruit juices and, of course, smoking contribute to stains on the teeth. Many try to rid these with over-the-counter teeth whitening systems; however, the best way to regain your sparkling smile is by visiting a cosmetic dentist who is trained in tooth whitening.

Dr. Naysan, an experienced cosmetic dentist in Beverly Hills, uses the advanced ZOOM! system for whitening teeth. If you are a 13 years of age or older and in good health, you may be able to receive the ZOOM! teeth whitening system.  Naturally, if you are pregnant you would need to wait until after your child is born.

The whitening procedure begins in the dentist’s chair, where a gel is applied to your teeth. A lamp is then used to trigger the gel’s hydrogen peroxide. The actual teeth whitening process takes no more time than a regular dental visit, but offers dramatic results. Once the treatment is finished, you can expect complete instructions on how to maintain your bright new smile.

Keep in mind that the ZOOM technique only works on natural teeth. Factors, such as the type of stain on your teeth and how long you have had them, will determine your end result. Doctor Nayssan will discuss what to expect before the treatment begins.

If you yearn for the return of your white smile, schedule your dental visit as soon as possible. Your consultation will discuss all of the options available to you, and what you can expect from the tooth whitening procedure. Dr. Naysan is an experienced dentist whose practice in Beverly Hills is just a short drive away from Studio City. He can give you the whitening results you desire.

Many cringe at the thought of a root canal; however, there are times when this procedure is needed to save a diseased tooth. Most dentists do their best to avoid extracting a tooth because it leaves a large space that the other teeth in the mouth will eventually start to move toward. This can obviously cause the individual’s teeth to become crooked, but there are other problems caused by this as well.

Having an open space in the mouth where a tooth once was also promotes improper chewing of food and can even increase the prevalence of infections in that particular area. This is due to an increase in the openness to bacteria.

If you think you may need a root canal due to an ailing tooth, or you know that you will need to have bridgework done, your dentist in Beverly Hills employs an endodontic specialist whose expertise is root canals. During your visit, you will be provided with a full consultation to discuss what is needed to save your ailing tooth. If a root canal is your best option, you can rest assured that the trusted dentists at the Bedford Dentists Group will do everything in their power to make your root canal as pleasant as possible.

The patient’s anxiety is usually a major reason a root canal is avoided. However, there is no need to suffer the pain of a root canal. Advances in local anesthetic and in the root canal process itself make this worry a thing of the past. Of course, if your anxiety stems from the fear of the procedure itself, your caring dentist and his experienced staff will ease your worries with their calm nature and tender manner.

Your trusted dentist offers a virtually invisible tooth straightening system called Invisalign. It is one of the best ways to straighten your teeth, because of its stealth features. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign is nearly undetectable; making this method a popular choice for people who want to start smiling right away. Your dentist will help you determine if this procedure is the right course of action for you.

A clear plastic form is used to create molds of your teeth. Once the mold is set to your individual specifications, it is fitted over your teeth. Food, floss, and even toothpaste can become trapped in regular braces, but with the Invisalign method, you can remove both of the aligner pieces to eat and brush your teeth. This allows for an overall healthier mouth.

The system works by slowly pulling your teeth into their proper positions. Once your teeth have adjusted to the aligner, a new mold is created to gradually move your teeth even more. Furthermore, these covert molds do not cut your cheeks or tongue the way metal braces can.

Moreover, any nervousness you experience will soon dissipate because Dr. Nayssan and Dr. Naysan are both experts in calming jittery nerves. A consultation that explains the procedure with you is always done before the treatment starts. Your trusted dentist will answer any questions you may have so that you are well-informed on what is about to take place.

The Invisalign method for straightening teeth should be explored for anyone considering braces. This technique provides a hassle free way to correct crooked teeth, and you also avoid the stigma that sometimes accompanies metal braces.

If you are looking for an experienced dentist near Santa Monica, you want one that offers not only top quality dental services, but a comfortable atmosphere. There’s no need to put off your dental visit. If you are overdue for a cleaning or suffering from tooth pain, it is time to visit the dentist.

Dental checkups and cleanings are the best way to avoid trouble down the road. Routine maintenance will find any problems before they turn into a crisis. Dr. Daniel Naysan and his team, experienced dentists in Beverly Hills, use only the most modern equipment and the latest in technology, so you can be sure that you will always be receiving expert dental care.

Full service cleanings will help you to avoid gum disease and cavities, and the friendly hygienists at the Bedford Dental Group will answer any questions that you might have before they begin so there are no unexpected surprises. Your dentist will generally pay you a visit following your cleaning to check your teeth and discuss any issues that you may be experiencing.

Naturally you want to look your best. A full complement of cosmetic dental procedures are offered. In fact, you might wish to take advantage of the ZOOM tooth whitening procedure, since the Bedford Dentist Group is one of the only offices in the area that offer this procedure. If a whiter smile is what you are looking for, this is the ultimate solution.

Dr. Mehdi Nayssan and Dr. Daniel Naysan’s office is located in Beverly Hills, just a short drive from Santa Monica. They offer many of the routine services that you would expect of your dentist, with several added cosmetic dental services to enhance the look of your smile. Dr. Daniel Naysan also provides full mouth reconstruction and emergency service.

Our teeth do a lot for us. However, as we age they can become stained, chipped, and uneven. The dentists at the Bedford Dental Group of Beverly Hills are experts in applying porcelain veneers that will strengthen soft teeth and often improve the look of uneven or chipped teeth; allowing you to turn back the hands of time.

Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that fit over the front of the tooth. This new surface is shiny and clean, and will have you constantly smiling to show off your new look. They are affordable and may save you the cost of braces if you suffer from the embarrassing malady of crooked teeth.

Porcelain veneers are the perfect solution for cracked and chipped teeth. They are durable, natural looking, and the procedure is non-invasive. Furthermore, the results are immediate. You will work with your dentist to choose just the right shade of veneer that is perfect for your complexion. Plus, veneers can be fitted to as many teeth as you like.

Veneers are a great alternative to traditional bridge work and crowns, and can sometimes be less expensive. On the whole, porcelain veneers are a great way to restore your stained and cracked teeth into a bright and shiny smile. If your teeth are slightly crooked or uneven, porcelain veneers may be just the solution you need.

Doctors Nayssan and Naysan, highly skilled cosmetic dentists, are well-known for their compassionate attitude toward their patients, and they only provide the most advanced treatments. If you are interested in veneers, your experienced dentist will provide you with all the information you need to determine if veneers are right for you.

Although the tooth fairy is always a suspect when it comes to missing teeth, a more likely explanation includes more basic issues such as tooth decay, gum disease, trauma such as a car wreck,  or even a well-placed punch. No matter how much you brush and floss, your teeth can become worn, chipped, or even broken.  Sometimes they have to be pulled because there is not enough tooth left for your dentist to save.

In the old days, you were left with few options.  The primary – and usually only – choice was a big dark gap right in the middle of your smile.  Today, though, several different options for tooth replacement have been perfected. One of the most recent developments in tooth replacement is dental implants.

Dental implants are stronger than dentures or bridges, and they last longer.  They can also help stabilize dentures or bridges – if you already have them – so your gums don’t get irritated.  Even if the space where the tooth was lost is small or narrow, a mini implant can be used so your teeth appear straight and normal.

Trouble chewing food can also be another major issue with missing teeth, particularly the back molars.  Having to shift certain types of food around in your mouth in order to chew it properly is quite annoying. And many people don’t realize that improperly chewed food can lead to digestive and other medical problems.

If you hate to smile because of spaces in your mouth where teeth used to be, or if you have trouble chewing food because of missing molars, let a professional cosmetic dentist, like those at Bedford Dental Group, help you decide what option would be best for you.  Dental implants can be a good substitute for teeth that have gone missing, and they can make your smile look great again.

With the current increased cultural popularity of healthier beverages like teas and juices, another cultural phenomenon is making a reappearance – stained and decaying teeth.  Thank goodness for modern technology – it’s given us a great way to keep smiles bright and beautiful with porcelain veneers.

As we’ve noted in previous blog posts, many things can stain your teeth from smoking to medication to beverages such as coffee, tea, and soda pop.  Trained cosmetic dentists can provide whitening treatments, but some of those stains might never be completely removable.  As we age, our teeth age too, showing more and more uneven tones and discoloration.  A lot of people today already know that coffee, smoking, or soda can stain teeth, but surprisingly, few think of the popular health drinks like tea also creating an issue with tooth staining.

Similarly, the mechanism for why teeth decay has been clarified through modern research.  The enamel on our teeth is rather like Superman – it’s incredibly strong, but it also has a secret adversary like the Man from Krypton, which in the case of enamel is acids.  Many foods are acidic and many foods cause a reaction in the bacteria in the mouth that cause acids to be produced.  Juices and other healthy beverage are sometimes highly acidic or can produce those acids, so while it might be healthy for your body to drink juice drinks, you teeth could be being harmed by too much of a good thing.

With all the possible issues that can contribute to unattractive teeth, porcelain veneers are a great way to restore your smile to a youthful, more beautiful look.  The nice thing about porcelain veneers is that your teeth don’t need to be drilled down to nubs or pulled like for some other restoration techniques.  If decay has gone too far, there’s really little choice.  If your teeth are still fairly healthy – just exhibiting stains and aging – porcelain veneers might be the perfect answer.

Contact a trained cosmetic dentist like the ones at Bedford Dental Group for help determining what the overall health of your teeth is.  He or she can also help you decide what treatment or procedure would be best to achieve your smile goals.

We all know what a tooth is, right?  It’s the hard thing in our mouth with which we chew.  It’s got a whitish colored top called enamel and it’s got one or more roots.  If you’ve ever had a tooth pulled – or know someone or even a pet who has had a tooth pulled – you’ve seen the “root” of the tooth. That’s about all most of us know about the materials of which a tooth is comprised.

Most people don’t realize that a tooth actually has four main parts.  Starting from the inside, you have the section called the “pulp.”  The pulp is the soft tissue inside the tooth that provides a spot for the nerves and blood vessels to run through the tooth.  Since the nerve does run through the pulp, some people actually call it the nerve, but in reality, it’s called the pulp.

Next, on the outside of the pulp, but still beneath our gums is the “cementum.”  The main job of the cementum is to provide a place for the attachment of ligaments and tissue that hold the tooth stationary in the bone of our jaw and face.

Now, imagine the cementum growing up and covering the pulp in the center of the part of the tooth you can see.  That section above the gum line, but hidden underneath the outside layer, is called the “dentin.”  Its primary job is to protect the pulp and provide support for the outer layer of enamel.  The important part to remember about dentin is that it is much softer than the enamel.  Because decay can eat through the enamel of a tooth if it’s not fixed quickly, it can reach the dentin and cause much more serious damage to the tooth.

Finally, the outside of the tooth above the gum is the enamel.  Enamel is the hardest tissue in the body, and it varies in depth.  It’s usually thickest at the cusp of the tooth, which is those bumpy ridges on the top of each tooth that feel like little mountains and valleys to your tongue.

This intricate formation has many areas where issues can arise – from a painful infection of the nerve and pulp area to a cavity that has moved through the enamel and into the dentin.  To keep all the layers of your teeth in tip-top shape, make sure to have regular checkups with a skilled and compassionate dentist, like the ones at Bedford Dental Group.

Trench mouth: the name sounds kind of nasty, but the real name for trench mouth sounds so much worse than the common one.  The real name is necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis.    Most people have no idea what this disease is or how they get it.  It doesn’t happen very often but when it does, it can be quite miserable. 

Our dentists here at Bedford Dental Group stress the need for good oral hygiene on a regular basis to help keep your teeth and mouth healthy and happy.   Poor habits can really cause some serious issues for your mouth which, if not diagnosed and treated quickly and properly, might move on to affect other parts of your body.

One of these diseases is called trench mouth.  Trench mouth is usually the result of poor oral hygiene habits.  It is a very bad infection that is caused by the germs that live in the plaque on your teeth.  People like smokers, starving (malnourished) children, and young adults seem to develop this disease more easily than others.  If there is an immunodeficiency issue present it may cause the disease to develop as well.  Increased physical stress, as well as emotional stress can also help the development of this nasty mouth problem.

If you notice any of the following symptoms please call and make an appointment with your dentist right away as the quicker you get a correct diagnosis, the faster it can be treated and eliminated from your system.  The symptoms include, but are not limited to, bad breath, a bad taste in your mouth that won’t go away, or a grayish film on the gums themselves.  Once it develops further, you might get painful, small sores all over your mouth, too. A trained and certified dental professional can help with the determination of the disease as well as the treatment options available.