Located in the heart of Beverly Hills, Bedford Dental is just a short commute away from anywhere in Los Angeles. Whether you need a new filling, have a chipped or cracked tooth, or need a routine cleaning, the dentists at Bedford Dental can do it all. Even parking is a breeze with valet inside the building and free parking right across the street. We make sure you’re treated with the utmost care and concern as soon as you walk in.

Many people put their routine dental cleanings aside and postpone it for months and even years. The amount of hidden plaque continues to build up in your mouth; the kind of plaque that regular brushing cannot get rid of. Only a trained dentist can really get rid of the hidden, built up plaque that eventually causes cavities and tooth decay. These types of routine cleaning and exams are recommended twice per year for optimal dental and gum health.

We use the most current and up-to-date equipment and procedures, providing you with the best dental treatment in Beverly Hills. You are never rushed in our office and are encouraged to take all the time you need during your visit. This enables us to answer any and all of your questions or concerns. Call Bedford Dental today and arrange an appointment or consultation for any of our cosmetic dental services.

Not only can the piece of jewelry build up bacteria, it can chip and fracture your teeth. This is the most common dental problem caused by oral piercings. This can occur while talking, eating, chewing, and possibly sleeping. Depending on the severity of the fracture, a filling or root canal will have to be done to save the tooth.

A tongue piercing can lead to higher levels of bacteria in your body and heart. When the tongue is pierced, it is exposing the center of your tongue, allowing bacteria to travel through your bloodstream. This bacteria and plaque can travel to your heart and damage arteries and cell walls and could possibly cause other cardiovascular problems.

Other risks associated with oral piercings include infections, swelling, pain, scarring, tooth loss, gum damage, loss of taste, and mouth sores. If you are considering an oral piercing, make sure you are committed to good oral hygiene first. Taking proper care of the piercing area and the jewelry will decrease your chances of infection. If possible, remove the jewelry while sleeping and eating to reduce the risk of a chipped or fractured tooth.

Good candidates for porcelain veneers include people with good dental health. If your teeth are slightly crooked, have small spaces in between them, are slightly chipped, stained, have uneven surfaces, or you just want to have that perfect smile, your dentist can transform your teeth with porcelain veneers. They’ll be molded to fit over your healthy teeth to give you a straight and bright smile.

If you have extensive tooth decay, gum disease, gingivitis, major cracks in your teeth, or severe misalignment, porcelain veneers might not be right for you. Veneers must be placed on healthy teeth. If you tend to grind or clench your teeth excessively, this also makes you a poor candidate for porcelain veneers. The extra force can easily chip or break your veneers. If you only grind your teeth at night while you sleep, then a mouth guard must be worn every night.

If you lost a significant amount of tooth structure or have no enamel left on your teeth, there are other options instead of veneers. A veneer won’t strengthen your tooth if it has lost its structure and it can only be successfully bonded over tooth enamel.

If you think you are a good candidate for porcelain veneers and are ready to have the smile you’ve always wanted, talk to one of our cosmetic dentists and make an appointment. You’ll be one step closer to the perfect smile.