Naming a shark “Jaws” probably makes sense if you’re a person. After all, sharks look like eating machines with a tooth-filled opening on one end and a tail on the other. Such an overdeveloped mouth might make it harder to appreciate the human jaw, but it's more powerful than you might think. A study performed by National Geographic ...
“The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep.” — E. Joseph Cossman
Any person who's had a bad night’s sleep can appreciate this sentiment. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) reports that 70 percent of American adults complain of losing sleep at least once a month, and over 10 percent report that they don’t get ...
If you’re like most people, you don’t like to think about tooth extractions. The idea of having a missing tooth or gap in your smile is just too daunting. Fortunately, with today’s dental technologies, extraction does not mean the end of your beautiful smile!
In our dental office, an extraction can save your teeth from a spreading infection and even set ...
Dental crowns in San Jose, CA have many important and practical uses across dentistry. For this reason, we rely on quality materials and always carefully customize this restoration to complement your smile.
Dental crowns are custom restorations that fit over a treated tooth. They are always custom-made to match your teeth in shape ...
Have you ever stared at your favorite actor and wondered how their smile was so perfect? The truth is, hardly anyone is born with a perfect smile, and many of your favorite celebrities have had their teeth enhanced with porcelain veneers.
Dental veneers are ultra-thin layers of porcelain that your San Jose dentist designs to fit over your ...
Chipped teeth, yellow stains or discoloration, worn teeth, gaps in your smile, or teeth overlapping are just a few of the situations that might contribute to a problematic smile. While eating and chewing comfortably in these situations is difficult, the truth is that a smile you feel embarrassed about also impacts how you feel when you interact with other people. If ...
At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we want you to have the smile of your dreams, and we’ve helped many patients achieve that goal with Invisalign®.
Our dedicated team believes Invisalign® is the best way to make smile improvements. If you’re interested in Invisalign®, we provide a free consultation with our experienced Invisalign® provider so you can find out if you’re a ...
Our team loves building long-lasting relationships with the children who visit, and we’re excited that you plan to bring your child in to see us!
To help you feel more comfortable with your child’s dental visit at Advanced Dentistry by Design, we’ve put together some useful information about children’s dental care, including basic information about appointments and common dental issues we ...
The health of your teeth and gums are directly connected to your overall physical health. Though brushing and flossing is crucial for maintaining a fresh, clean smile, getting routine dental checkups is also essential.
Advanced Dentistry by Design provides comprehensive dentistry to families in San Jose, CA and the surrounding areas. Whether you need a filling, dental implants, or veneers, we’re ...
When it comes to orthodontics, there is a range of possibilities. But the most common or popular choices are Invisalign and traditional bracket braces.
If you’re considering orthodontics, you may be having difficulty choosing between these options. Your dentist in San Jose, CA can help you weigh the pros and cons—coupled with your specific needs—to make the best choice for your ...
Dental crowns have been a staple in dentistry for decades. They are versatile and play a key role in restorative, cosmetic, and tooth replacement treatments.
A dental crown in San Jose, CA is a tooth-shaped cover that goes over your tooth. We always color it and fabricate it to resemble your neighboring teeth.
Missing teeth can impact many ...
Have you always wanted a beautiful smile? Uneven and crooked bites impact how you look and how easily you can clean your teeth and gums. Even a small improvement to your smile can make a big difference to your general appearance.
Patients who want to go a different route than traditional metal braces might be interested in Invisalign in San Jose. ...
Our smile is often the first thing people notice. When you’re missing teeth, it can be difficult to interact with others, chew thoroughly, or speak clearly. Not only can tooth loss diminish your self-esteem, but it can also lead to oral bone loss, heart disease, and strokes. Our skilled and compassionate team at Advanced Dentistry by Design can restore and ...
Regular teeth cleanings and exams are essential for maintaining excellent oral health. We strongly recommend that all patients have dental exams and cleanings every six months. At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we offer routine check-ups for children as young as four years old. Our passion is to help families of all ages achieve healthy, beautiful smiles, and regular dental checkups ...
At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we believe collaborative whole-body health requires high-quality dental care. Dr. Victor Woodlief, Dr. Michelle Khouri, and our team of dental associates are passionate about providing the best care available to our San Jose community. We believe every family deserves comprehensive care so they can achieve and maintain optimal oral health.
The ...
There are millions of people around the world who are facing snoring problems that prevent them from enjoying a good sleep. If snoring is keeping you and your partner up at night, there is a latest snoring treatment called “NightLase”. It is a non-invasive, patient-centric laser therapy that promotes quality sleep.
Additionally, it reduces the effects of sleep apnea and ...
Are you suffering from chronic jaw pain or stiffness? It may be TMD disorder, which may have untold effects on your overall physical and mental wellbeing. But, don’t worry. You're not alone to be diagnosed with this problem. There are thousands of people suffering from Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD or TMJ).
Fortunately, there are plenty of treatment options available to ...
Cosmetic dentistry is growing in popularity with every year that passes. Many people are eager to take advantage of dental options that will improve their smile’s appearance.
Why should you bother with improving the appearance of your teeth? Below we’ve listed three good reasons to consider cosmetic dentistry in San Jose.
Being happy and confident in your ...
It's that time again where many folks make new year resolutions, which include self-improvement, job changes, lifestyle choices, and other things associated with a prosperous life. But, they often overlook their dental health. While taking care of oral health is an essential part of wellness practice, many of us ...
Tooth decay is a common dental problem. Over the course of our lives, many of us will develop cavities. Cavities caught early will be filled by your dentist in San Jose, often using a composite resin. Filling a cavity is generally a simple procedure for any dentist, and it will likely be painless.
However, cavities are not good for our oral ...
Having a family is busy enough without dealing with multiple dentists and appointments every year.
A pediatric dentist can take excellent care of your children’s oral health, and a general dentist can meet your dental needs and the needs of your spouse. But why juggle multiple appointments at different dental offices? With family dentistry, your entire family will enjoy professional dental ...
Healthy and proper functions of your airway system significantly contribute to improve quality of life and overall well being. Reports suggest that nearly 67% of patients with sleep disorders were diagnosed with airway issues. While breathing is the single most significant action we do every day, millions of people of ...
Do you have crooked teeth and want a straightener yet beautiful smile? Yes, braces can add a charm to your smile and enhance your appearance. But the benefits of braces can go beyond and may surprise you.
An impressive smile and good oral hygiene are hands-in-hands. While maintaining good oral health reflects on your smile, which improves overall personality, most people overlook this and end up having damaged teeth and gums. This is not good at all. Though a routine dental root canal can cure it, if it doesn’t, you may need a full mouth rehabilitation treatment.
Full ...
With all the terms out there, it’s hard to keep track, but consider preventive dentistry your proactive treatments and general dentistry your dental maintenance. One is designed to prevent oral health conditions, and the other reverses these conditions and restores your oral health.
The American Dental Association and your general dentist in San Jose, CA recommend at least two dental visits ...
Many adults want straight teeth, but they do not want to spend time in brackets and wires, especially career-orientated individuals and older teens. Fortunately, there is an orthodontic system that is virtually invisible, making it a favorite among older teens and adults.
Your dentist in San Jose will let you know if Invisalign is a viable option for you and that ...
In our dental office, we offer various orthodontic treatments to help our families (and patients of all ages) enjoy straight and healthy smiles for life. We also use orthodontics to treat pain issues and more.
These orthodontic options include:
And specific types of orthodontics and appliances can help with more ...
Whether you received a new dental crown as a result of a root canal, a cracked tooth, or a cosmetic dental procedure, you’ll want to take care of your restoration so it lasts as long as possible.
Luckily, cleaning and protecting your tooth crown is easy and only takes a few minutes each day!
To keep your ceramic tooth in tip-top shape, ...
As humans, we receive two complete sets of teeth during our lifetime: baby teeth and permanent teeth. Our baby teeth, more scientifically known as “primary teeth” or “deciduous teeth,” stay with us from infancy until mid-childhood, when we start losing these teeth over several years.
You may have vague memories of losing your baby teeth as a child and might even ...
When it comes to developing strong oral health habits, maintaining a happy smile is easier than you think.
At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we want to make sure your teeth stay healthy and clean between your six-month general dentistry visits. The best way to accomplish this is to practice small, simple habits that keep your teeth shining and cavity-free throughout the ...
Different times call for different measures. Here at Advanced Dentistry by Design, we have always taken our patients’ health seriously, both dental and overall, and have therefore taken the utmost care in maintaining a clean and healthy environment. However, now is the time to exercise extra caution. As the world around us changes, it is up to us to ...
Would you like more control over your family’s dental costs? Are you tired of missing work or school because of unexpected dental problems? Would you like the confidence that comes from knowing your teeth and gums are as healthy as they can be?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, preventive dentistry is the answer. ...
Most of us learned from an early age that sugar causes cavities, but not why. If you imagine sugar in your mouth eating away at dental enamel and causing cavities, you’re only partially right. Sugar is just one part of the cavity-causing process.
When you understand the process, you can take steps to prevent cavities that lead to the need for ...
When you had your last dental exam, did you get the most out of your time with your dentist? You probably had a thorough evaluation of your dental health that included checking the condition of each tooth and looking for signs of gum disease.
During that examination, your San Jose dentist learned a lot, but what about you? Your dental team—dentists, ...
It’s easy to see why Invisalign clear braces are popular with adult patients who want a straighter smile but don’t want or need metal braces. Straightening your teeth with Invisalign in San Jose, CA is convenient and comfortable, and the clear aligners are barely noticeable when they’re on your teeth.
But don’t let Invisalign’s convenience and ease of use fool you. ...
For adults who want to straighten crooked teeth, their primary motivation is often the desire to improve their appearance.
Teeth that are crowded, overlapped, or in odd positions throw off the harmony of your smile and can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance.
But treatment with orthodontics like Invisalign in San Jose, CA, does much more than perfect a crooked smile. ...
Decades ago, you either had braces as a child, or you didn’t have them at all. Adult patients who wanted to straighten crooked teeth had one choice for orthodontic treatment—metal brackets and wires.
Since most adults don’t want to walk around with metal on their teeth, they chose to live with their crooked smiles.
If you’re one of these adults, Invisalign clear ...
Gone are the days of metal brackets and wires! Now, even some of the most complex movements and crowded smiles can be taken care of using clear aligners. Straighten your teeth without anyone being able to tell!
While this may sound too good to be true, advancements in Invisalign® technology have made it possible to straighten teeth, correct bites, and improve ...
Dental exams and teeth cleanings are part of maintaining good oral health. Keeping your teeth and gums healthy isn't just a matter of brushing and flossing—although they are significant components of it. Many aspects of keeping your mouth clean are hard to achieve at home and require dentist assistance. No matter how diligent you might be about brushing and flossing, ...
We’re all familiar with dental cleanings. You go in to the dentist’s office and lay back in the dental chair while your teeth are cleaned and polished. However, some of you may have been told that you need a “deep cleaning.” What exactly is a deep cleaning, and how does it differ from a regular one? How will you know ...
Dental implants are one of the most popular permanent tooth replacement solutions for missing or damaged teeth. You may be wondering why dental implants in San Jose, CA are so popular, and if they're right for you. While there are other restorative tooth options like dentures and bridges, some patients prefer dental implants because of the following benefits:
At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we offer many different cosmetic dentistry options that improve and strengthen your smile. From braces to straighten your teeth to dental crowns to protect them, our patients have a large variety of dental procedures from which to choose.
Dental crowns are a San Jose, CA patient favorite because they not only enhance ...
The more we learn about health and how things affect our bodies, the clearer it becomes just how pervasive and dangerous tobacco use is. We've all heard about the cancer risks of smoking, but many patients are not aware of how tremendously bad it is for our oral health.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 40 million American ...
Are you tired of hiding your smile? Do you feel ready to uncover a new, improved look you can feel good about?
At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we believe everyone deserves to have a smile they can fall in love with. This is why our talented San Jose cosmetic dentists will work with you to determine the best treatment plan.
If you ...
At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we strive to offer the most modern, up-to-date dental treatments available to our San Jose, CA dental patients.
One of our most commonly requested dental treatments is invisible braces. We offer two popular name-brand invisible braces treatments: Invisalign and ClearCorrect. Both treatments have many benefits and several advantages over traditional metal braces.
Below, three of those benefits ...
If the eyes are the windows to your soul, then the mouth is the window to your health. Much can be deduced about a person’s overall well-being just by looking into their mouth, and one of the telltale signs of a disturbance in health is a worn dentition.
What is Tooth Wear?
Tooth wear is the ...