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Afsoon Gerayli
Dentist
Dr. Afsoon Gerayli is a Dentist practicing in Reseda, California. Dr. Gerayli specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Afsoon Gerayli
- Reseda, California
- University of California at Los Angeles
- Accepting new patients
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My front tooth got chipped at the bottom. What can be done about it?
The tooth needs to be evaluated. Depending on the damage, the appropriate treatment can be determined. If it is just a simple chip, it can be bonded.
Will mouthwash erode my teeth enamel?
No, mouthwash doesn’t damage or erode the enamel. You can also have your dentist to check the source of your bad breath and get the appropriate treatment for it.
How can I reverse yellowing of my teeth?
You can try either the office teeth whitening or home teeth whitening. There are various products with different percentages of either hydrogen peroxide or carbomide peroxide. If READ MORE
You can try either the office teeth whitening or home teeth whitening. There are various products with different percentages of either hydrogen peroxide or carbomide peroxide.
If you use the right product you can get a good result.
If you use the right product you can get a good result.
I am getting abscesses in my infected tooth. How do I treat them?
You should immediately see a dentist.
How often will I have to replace my braces?
You need to be under an orthodontist's care.
The dentist has recommended my son’s tooth extraction. Is it the right way to go?
If the teeth can be saved, they shouldn't get extracted. He is 4.5 and he won't get his permanent ones for another two years.
My tooth in the back is half broken, what should I do?
You need to see a dentist. If the tooth can be saved, get the proper treatment and if not, get it extracted. If you don't do anything, it can get infected.
Front tooth cavity
The most conservative treatment is filling. You also have the option of porcelain veneer which doesn't stain.
Do dentists offer services to the uninsured?
We offer special pricing as well as payment plans to our uninsured patients.
What does bone loss in the teeth mean?
The teeth are placed inside of the jaw bone and sometimes some of the bone supporting the teeth diminishes. In most cases bone loss is the result of untreated periodontal disease. READ MORE
The teeth are placed inside of the jaw bone and sometimes some of the bone supporting the teeth diminishes. In most cases bone loss is the result of untreated periodontal disease. Osteoporosis can also cause the bone loss in jaw which is more common in woman. Depending on the severity of the bone loss, there are some treatment available. Fist you need to find out the cause of the bone loss. If the cause is the presence of periodontal disease, the treatment of the disease can prevent further damages.
Do I have to be numb?
It depends on how much drilling is involved. In some cases if the decay is only in the enamel, it doesn't hurt to remove it. If the decay is deeper which requires more drilling, READ MORE
It depends on how much drilling is involved. In some cases if the decay is only in the enamel, it doesn't hurt to remove it. If the decay is deeper which requires more drilling, it can be uncomfortable. Topical anesthesia prior to injection can be helpful. The technique of injection can also play an important role. I have been told numerous times that my shots don't hurt much.
Is it bad if a piece of an old filling falls out?
Once you lose a piece of the old filling, the area is open for bacteria to get in. If you don't get it fixed, you can end up with large amount of cavity. The cavity starts hurting READ MORE
Once you lose a piece of the old filling, the area is open for bacteria to get in. If you don't get it fixed, you can end up with large amount of cavity. The cavity starts hurting when it reaches the nerve tissue. Take care of it before you end up having the need for a root canal.
How can I close the gap between my frontal teeth?
I have treated number of cases similar to yours, without braces. In some cases, by direct restoration and in some, by placing veneers. 2 mm gap can easily be eliminated by one READ MORE
I have treated number of cases similar to yours, without braces. In some cases, by direct restoration and in some, by placing veneers. 2 mm gap can easily be eliminated by one of these techniques.
Clicking in my jaw
You need to see a TMJ specialist. Some oral surgeons also have special trainings for treating problems associated with TMJ.
Is water-flossing as effective as regular flossing?
Waterpik is very effective and I have seen major improvement in plaque reduction with my older patients. The manufacturer claims that waterpik replaces the flossing, however I READ MORE
Waterpik is very effective and I have seen major improvement in plaque reduction with my older patients. The manufacturer claims that waterpik replaces the flossing, however I feel that you still need to floss to have the physical contact in between the teeth to get the plaque out from the tight contact areas.
What if only one tooth is crooked?
It is hard to answer your question without seeing you. If the crooked tooth is in the front, in some cases I can make it look straight by placing a veneer or crown.
Adult tooth is loose. What should I do?
You should see a dentist. If there is no vertical fracture on the tooth, it can be saved,
I can't fix my teeth sensitivity. What do I do?
The sensitivity can be due to different factors. If you have generalized sensitivities with all your teeth, stannous fluoride can help. You can get prescription from your dentist. READ MORE
The sensitivity can be due to different factors. If you have generalized sensitivities with all your teeth, stannous fluoride can help. You can get prescription from your dentist.
