Dr. Aarti Puri, Dentist
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Dr. Aarti Puri

Dentist | General Practice

355 Placentia Ave. #100 Newport Beach CA, 92663

About

 Dr. Aarti Puri graduated from UCLA School of Dentistry in 2009. She received intensive one year Implant training at the Boston Implant Institute, in 2011. She is also a licensed provider for I.V and Oral sedation since 2013.

Dr. Puri is dedicated to her profession and loves performing dentistry on her patients everyday. She is professional, ethical, gentle and a good listener.  Whether you are looking for Dental Implants or another dental service, Dr. Puri prioritizes her patient’s comfort.

An avid learner, she has successfully completed numerous continuing education courses to advance her dental expertise. Dr. Puri enjoys practicing all aspects of general dentistry including but not limited to smile makeovers, cosmetic dentistry, implants, crowns, extractions, bone grafting, root canals, Invisalign treatment and dentures.

 

Education and Training

UCLA School of Dentistry DDS 2009

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Dr. Aarti Puri's Expert Contributions
  • Can brushing too hard cause enamel damage?

    Physical pressure of manual brushing hard along with abrasive toothpaste may cause receding gums, abrade soft/ weak enamel. Soft manual brushing or  electric toothbrush is recommended to protect your teeth, gums. READ MORE

  • Is Invisalign as good as oral braces?

    Invisalign is a great treatment modality and is as good or can be better than braces in certain ways. However, there are some cases that can be treated only with braces. So, it’s not a “one fit all “ solution. Your dentist would be the best to diagnose your situation and give recommendations accordingly. READ MORE

  • Dental Abscess

    Abscess is a Dental emergency. It should be attended to immediately to avoid any medical complications. Please see your dentist right away. READ MORE

  • Should I wear my Invisalign if my gums are swollen?

    Invisalign  is usually safe to wear even with swollen gums since it does not contact the gums much , if at all. But healthy gums are very important for successful treatment and movement of teeth. It is very important to get your gum health back to normal with cleaning advised by your dentist. READ MORE

  • Toothache

    Yes the combination can be taken for extreme pain. However, it is temporary relief. Please follow up with a dentist ASAP so the reason for pain can be diagnosed and treated correctly. Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone READ MORE

  • Do I have to wear rubber bands all day?

    Yes. Absolutely. Rubber bands are required to achieve the planned predictable movement . The more you wear them, the more successful your orthodontic  treatment is.  Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone READ MORE

  • Do small cavities need to be filled?

    All cavities need to be filled in a timely manner. Taking care of a dental problem in time will help reduce future problems, treatment needed, (like a root canal) and cost. READ MORE

  • Do braces fix teeth permanently?

    Braces will help align teeth in a more desirable alignment. However, if it is not followed by wearing retainers, there maybe relapse and your teeth may eventually shift back and cause problems. READ MORE

  • Can you use an electric toothbrush on a crown?

    Absolutely…. Electric toothbrush is a great toothbrush to clean around crowns or natural teeth. It will help you clean much more efficiently than manual brush READ MORE

  • How long should you do salt water rinses after tooth extraction?

    It is best recommended to do warm salt water rinses for at least 6-7 days after the extraction or until it stops hurting around the extraction area.  READ MORE

  • What can you do for an exposed tooth nerve?

    Exposed tooth nerve is a dental emergency. It needs the immediate care of a dentist. It is like a live wire. Please contact your dentist immediately for an appointment. READ MORE

  • Can you brush your teeth after scaling?

    It is absolutely safely to brush after scaling. Scaling is a cleaning procedure for teeth. It is not invasive in any way. However, if you had deep cleaning (scaling root planing), expect your teeth to be somewhat sensitive since deposits were removed from roots, and roots may be exposed until gums grow over.    READ MORE

  • What happens if you leave a broken tooth untreated?

    A broken tooth may lead to tissue irritation/infection/abscess and pus drainage, involvement of facial spaces and can even advance to sepsis/Ludwig angina (which is life-threatening).  READ MORE

  • Can sealants cause cavities?

    Sealants do not “cause” cavities. But if a sealant has been in the mouth for many years, it may fail and start leaking (just like any other filling) and cavities may occur underneath.  READ MORE

  • How often should I clean my dentures?

    The dentures should be cleaned every single day for  maintenance of oral hygiene. After every meal, the dentures should be removed from your mouth and rinsed with water and same for your mouth. At least once a day, take a dentures brush and clean the entire inside surface of denture to make sure there is no plaque or food residue remaining. It is also advised to clean them using denture cleaning tablets for best care.  READ MORE

  • Does charcoal really whiten teeth?

    This is a very common question these days. Charcoal is actually an abrasive material. The small charcoal particles will remove the surface stains on teeth and make them look whiter temporarily. But charcoal also abrades the enamel causing microscopic abrasions on tooth structure that will eventually cause more staining and discoloration long-term. So, it is definitely not recommended. READ MORE

  • Can a toothache go away on its own?

    Usually, when a tooth hurts, it indicates it needs to be evaluated. Sometimes a tooth can start hurting on sudden impact of food or severe sensitivity, but it resolves in a day or two. But, if the tooth is still hurting after a week, you want to have a professional look at it before it worsens.  READ MORE

Dr. Aarti Puri's Practice location

Newport Smiles

355 Placentia Ave. #100 -
Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Get to know Dentist Dr. Aarti Puri, who serves patients in California.

With a passion for her profession, Dr. Puri is an ethical and gentle dentist who prioritizes her patients’ comfort. She can be found restoring healthy teeth and gums at two practices in the state of California: Newport Smiles in Newport Beach and Elsinore Smiles in Elsinore Lake. 

Newport Smiles and Elsinore Smiles are dental practices that prides themselves on treating each patient as family. Whether it is a routine check-up or a treatment, Dr. Puri and the team of experienced dental professionals provide the best personalized treatment in a detailed, compassionate, and professional approach. They supply the entire family, from infants to grandparents and all others in-between, with all of the information on their oral health options so that they can feel comfortable in the choices they make. The mission of both Newport Smiles & Elsinore Smiles is to provide premium services by using extensive years of knowledge, skills, and experience, and by becoming familiar with patients and their personal needs to ensure healthy teeth both inside and out. 

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Puri graduated from dentistry school in India in 2002. Upon relocating to the United States, she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California in 2009. She then went on to complete an intensive one-year training in implant dentistry at the Boston Implant Institute in 2011. 

An avid learner, she has successfully completed numerous continuing education courses to advance her dental expertise. She remains a member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the Punjabi Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Association.

A licensed provider for IV sedation and oral sedation, Dr. Puri enjoys practicing all aspects of general dentistry, including but not limited to: smile makeovers, cosmetic dentistry, implants, crowns, extractions, dentures, bone grafting, root canal therapy, and Invisalign treatment. 

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy. 

When she is not creating beautiful smiles as a dentist, Dr. Puri loves spending time with her husband and two daughters. She also enjoys reading dental journals.

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