Afsoon Gerayli
Dentist
19231 Victory Blvd. #451 Reseda California, 91335About
Education and Training
University of California at Los Angeles
Board Certification
Board Eligible
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A Guide to Dental Implants and Porcelain Veneers
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What do you do when your denture falls out?
You can use various adhesive products that are designed for dentures such as fixodent, poligrip, secure, sea bond, cushion grip, equate and olivafix. They are over the counter products. You can also see your dentist for a Reline of your denture. Hope this helps. READ MORE
Are veneers better than crowns?
Veneers are much more conservative treatment than crowns by removing a lot less tooth structure. Depending on the case, if veneer can be done, it is definitely a better option. READ MORE
How do you floss under braces?
With braces, you need to use floss threader. You pass the floss in between the teeth with the threader. It can be difficult for a 11 year old. The easier way will be using a waterpik with the special ortho tip. READ MORE
How do you treat an exposed tooth root?
If you mean that the part of the gum tissue has been receded that the root is exposed, you need to get gum grafting. READ MORE
Can I keep my teeth with periodontal disease?
It all depends on severity of the disease. If there is still enough bone around the tooth and there is no mobility, with the proper treatment, you can. READ MORE
Does the hole from a pulled tooth close?
Yes, it does. READ MORE
Can I get a filling without a root canal?
The only time you need to get a root canal is if the cavity has got to the nerve of the tooth or there is an inflammation or infection with the nerve. As long as the cavity has not reached the nerve, a filling is adequate. READ MORE
Can braces damage your teeth?
The braces don't damage your tooth. Sometimes the area where the brackets are could get decalcified and more prone to get decayed. READ MORE
Can antibiotics alone cure a tooth abscess?
Antibiotics can temporarily help with the infection, but the source of infection needs to be treated to get rid of the infection. READ MORE
Is a root canal treatment safe?
Yes if it is done by a professional and following the proper steps. READ MORE
When can you eat after a filling?
If the filling is a tooth color filling, you can eat right away. It is always best to wait until anesthesia wears off, so you don't bite yourself. READ MORE
What causes cold sores in a person?
Cold sores are a common viral infection. They are caused by a herpes simplex virus. They can spread from person to person by close contact, such as kissing. Antiviral medications can help cold sores heal quickly. READ MORE
What should be done for a chipped "baby tooth"?
The teeth need to checked by a dentist. Sometimes trauma to the tooth can cause nerve damage which can lead to tooth infection. READ MORE
How can I stop my husband from grinding his teeth in his sleep?
He needs to see a dentist to get evaluated. A custom made occlusal appliance can prevent damages cause by grinding. READ MORE
Why does only one tooth area bleed when I floss?
There is definitely some gum inflammation around the tooth. There are several reasons for gum inflammation. I suggest you see your dentist to get it evaluated. READ MORE
Are electric toothbrushes any better for the teeth?
Electric toothbrushes are good as long as you hold them with the right angle in the right areas. You can get the same result with the manual tooth brush as long as you do it right. READ MORE
Can I do teeth whitening with a front half fake incisor?
The teeth whitening will not have any effect on the filling or the crown. You can do the whitening on your front teeth first to get them to the desire shade, then do the crown on the tooth and match the shade. READ MORE
Will frequent teeth cleanings remove spots from my teeth?
It depends what the brownish spots are. If it is extrinsic stain due to drinking tea or coffee, polishing with a special material may remove it. Bleaching can also eliminate stains. But if the spots are intrinsic, they won’t come off. READ MORE
I had a root canal and the same tooth is hurting again. What should I do?
You need to go back to see the dentist who performed the root canal and get it evaluated. READ MORE
My tooth infection keeps coming back. Can it signify something more serious?
Yes, any tooth infection can be dangerous for your health, too. You need to see your dentist and treat the source of infection. READ MORE
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What do you attribute your success to?
- Loves her Profession and Great Patient Care
Hobbies / Sports
- Jogging and Working Out
Favorite professional publications
- Green Journal of Dentistry
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