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Tony Barriere

Dentist | General Practice

Dr. Tony Barriere is a Dentist practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Barriere 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.
6 years Experience
Tony Barriere
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • The Ohio State University
  • Accepting new patients

Is gingivitis cleaning painful?

Not typically. If it's a regular cleaning, you feel some mild discomfort if it has been a while since your teeth were cleaned however, most feel nothing at all and some find it READ MORE
Not typically. If it's a regular cleaning, you feel some mild discomfort if it has been a while since your teeth were cleaned however, most feel nothing at all and some find it enjoyable. With a deeper or "deep" cleaning, your mouth will have to get numb before the cleaning can begin and you may have some soreness after the procedure.

Is there an alternative to dentures?

If you are unhappy with your current dentures, implant hybrid dentures may be your answer. Hybrids though significantly more expensive than traditional dentures are most like real READ MORE
If you are unhappy with your current dentures, implant hybrid dentures may be your answer. Hybrids though significantly more expensive than traditional dentures are most like real teeth in both function and appearance.

Can I get implants with bone loss?

Hi! Yes you can absolutely get implants if you have bone loss. If bone loss is too extensive you may need adjunctive procedure to rebuild the bone, however, generally bone loss READ MORE
Hi! Yes you can absolutely get implants if you have bone loss. If bone loss is too extensive you may need adjunctive procedure to rebuild the bone, however, generally bone loss is not a disqualifier to getting dental implants.