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So why now?” The question I asked one of my long-time patients when we started her smile transformation in February 2021. “I am using my allocated vacation money to finally do this since the world shut down, and secondly, all I can stare at is myself during my Zoom meetings.”  Since March 2020, our faces […]

In today’s new environment, we are accustomed to wearing masks when social distancing is not possible during the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyday norms and way of life has certainly been disrupted.  Our smiles, being behind these facial coverings, are now hidden from everyone we encounter. For some, that may be a chance to hide imperfections within

Many people don’t look forward to going to the dentist. Are you, or someone you love, one of the 15% of people who experience dread when it comes to their appointment at their Westwood dentist? Dental fear can be due to a previous bad experience, challenging developmental or anxiety disorders, an intellectual disability, or simply

Remember the braces that looked like train tracks on teeth? The ones you couldn’t hide if you tried? Orthodontic treatments sure have come a long way in recent years … and that means, we can now straighten smiles without anyone knowing (except the two of us, of course!). At Smile Loft Dentistry Westwood, we’re proud

You may have periodontal disease and not even know it. We’re not trying to scare you, but … according to the American Academy of Periodontology, nearly half of American adults – or 64.7 million people age 30 and older – have it. And many don’t know it. Also known as gum disease and “the silent killer,”

  Did you know that according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 99.7% of adults feel a smile is an important social asset? Perhaps that’s why we all like to keep our teeth their whitest and brightest … because we know how good it feels, the confidence it instills, and the great impression it

Losing one or more teeth doesn’t have to spell the end of your healthy, beautiful, natural-looking smile. At Smile Loft Dentistry Westwood, we’ve rejuvenated many patients’ smiles and protected their oral health for future years with dental implants in Westwood. Did you know … if you happen to lose just one tooth due to gum

Once only for the stars in Hollywood, cosmetic dentistry in Westwood is now an attainable dream for all. At Smile Loft Dentistry Westwood, we can fix many smile concerns with proven techniques designed to restore the beauty and function of your smile. All of our cosmetic dental treatments start with a smile analysis. It’s actually

Customized Home Care Instruction. In our ever changing world, patients can benefit by coming to see their dental professionals to learn about evolving preventive care for their teeth.  Maybe it’s your brushing technique, maybe it’s your toothpaste or mouthwash.  Regardless of the topic, you and your dental professional will have the opportunity to chat about

In dentistry, problems can be very visible, while other times a good set of X-rays along with a comprehensive examination are required to find issues that may be lurking in hard to see areas. In this case, it was evident that these older fillings were worn down, leaking bacteria into the tooth, causing large areas