by BABAK NOOHI | Oct 11, 2024 | Blog
What is Halitosis or Bad Breath? The most common cause of bad breath or Halitosis is “poor oral hygiene” and its sequelae. Depending of the severity of oral hygiene, a thorough professional cleaning, will eliminate the disease and leave clean and healthy...
by BABAK NOOHI | Oct 11, 2024 | Blog
How a Simple Fix Saved My Patient from Unnecessary Surgery and High Costs. Recently, a patient visited my office seeking a second opinion about a loose dental implant crown. Her previous dentist had referred her to an oral surgeon, who recommended removing and...
by BABAK NOOHI | Dec 25, 2023 | Blog
Tooth loss manifests in various forms, with tooth decay being the most prevalent type—a consequence of bacterial infection. However, there exist alternative manifestations of tooth structure loss, such as Non-Carious Cervical Lesions (NCCL), a common occurrence...
by BABAK NOOHI | Nov 5, 2023 | Blog
The decision-making process concerning whether to preserve or extract a decayed tooth is influenced by numerous critical factors. Among these, periodontal health, the extent of remaining tooth structure, the patient’s commitment to improved home care, and the...
by BABAK NOOHI | Oct 21, 2023 | Blog
Extraction of a canine and replacing it with a dental implant to restore aesthetics and function. Extraction of a canine tooth results in a substantial bony defect, owing to its lengthy and robust root structure.It is imperative to restore the bony architecture before...
by BABAK NOOHI | Oct 21, 2023 | Blog
While general dentists receive theoritical training on the fabrication of dental prosthetics, it’s quite common for them to depend on dental technicians for optimal appliance fabrication. However, the intricacies and potential flaws inherent in the process may...