Dr. Bjornbak’s News & Updates

Imagine you are starting a new job in Sherman Oaks and meeting your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you worry about bad breath. Perhaps your breath is not as a pleasant as you had hoped. Bad breath is a worry and possible embarrassment for many residents of Sherman Oaks, California, from ages 20 to 80. Regular dental checkups at Sherman Oaks Dental can help alleviate your concern over bad breath. We have been addressing bad breath since 1989.

The technical term for bad breath is halitosis. Many factors can cause or contribute to halitosis. One of these factors is the food you eat. Onions and garlic are both known for having a potent affect on your breath. Simply observing the foods you eat here in Sherman Oaks can result in a change in your breath.

In most cases, bad breath originates in your mouth. Transient bad breath can be resolved through eating or brushing, and is a temporary condition usually associated with a dry mouth. Persistent bad breath can be a serious problem effecting as much as 25 percent of our Sherman Oaks residents. Persistent bad breath can be caused by dry mouth, and is made worse when food is not cleared away properly.

Brushing and flossing daily is a critical step in curing bad breath. Food particles can build up in your mouth and foster bacteria which can cause bad breath. This not only includes the food particles that may get stuck between your teeth, but also the food that collects around your gums or on your tongue. Brushing and flossing daily can help reduce the amount of food particles that stay in your mouth and cause bad breath. Regular visits to Sherman Oaks Dental can also reduce or eliminate the progression of bad breath.

Other factors that can contribute to bad breath for Sherman Oaks residents include dry mouth, tobacco use, and health concerns such as infections. Come visit Sherman Oaks Dental located in Sherman Oaks, California; we’ll provide you with information about bad breath in a professional environment. Give us a call at 818-672-1288 to set up an appointment.

Dr. Michael Bjornbak

For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised Van Nuys parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday. The AAP now advises California parents to take their toddler to a California dentist before their first birthday, or about six months after their first tooth appears.

Why? Prevention, prevention, prevention! Sadly, Sherman Oaks dentists find advanced tooth decay in very young children.

High-risk children should be seen as early as possible. Following are some of the risk factors:

• Sleeping with a bottle
• Drinking juice continually during the day
• Abnormal tooth development
• Thumb sucking
• Tooth grinding
• A mother with significant tooth decay
• Other health problems

To talk to us about pediatric dentistry, call 818-672-1288. Dr. Michael Bjornbak at Sherman Oaks Dental can advise you on your next steps for your pediatric dentistry. We also pamper busy Sherman Oaks parents who come to Sherman Oaks Dental for general and cosmetic dentistry. If you are between the ages of 20 and 80, we would love to provide you with the most advanced dental care in Sherman Oaks.

Sherman Oaks Dental
4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101
Sherman Oaks , California 91403
http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com
818-672-1288

Our most popular procedure is sedation dentistry, and many of our patient may not know that we offer Invisalign.

Van Nuys professionals who are happy with the face they present to others have a greater level of confidence. Confident people in turn are more likely to be successful in their business and personal relationships. Simply put; if you feel better, you’ll probably do better!

At Sherman Oaks Dental, our cosmetic dentistry clients experience a significant boost of self-confidence whether they undergo complete smile transformations or a less extensive treatment.

Whether it is attractive or not, your smile is always with you. Every person you meet notices your smile immediately. Even if you never smile because you are embarrassed about the condition of your teeth, your teeth still show every time you talk.

How do you feel about the smile you present to the world? Are you comfortable with the color of your teeth? Would you like to straighten your teeth? Do have teeth with chips and cracks?

At Sherman Oaks Dental, we are dedicated to patient satisfaction. Dr. Michael Bjornbak has years of experience developing customized treatment plans for creating brilliant symmetrical smiles. We treat patients of all ages in the Studio City, Encino and Burbank areas. In addition to providing premium aesthetic dentistry, we provide comprehensive family dentistry as well.

If you are not familiar with the latest tooth bleaching techniques, veneers, or adult braces, call 818-672-1288 to schedule a cosmetic dental consultation with Dr. Michael Bjornbak. We are located at 4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, in Sherman Oaks, CA. You can find more information about our cosmetic dental services at http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com.

Are you ready to discover what smile satisfaction can do for your self-confidence?

The worry about finding affordable dentistry in Sherman Oaks is one of the biggest reasons why many people avoid going to the dentist. However, the truth is that affordable dentistry is available at Sherman Oaks Dental, and we want to help you get the dental care you need at an affordable price.

We specialize in affordable dentistry including cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry and Invisalign clear braces.

Our affordable dentistry options include offering various payment methods. We also have an experienced staff who can review insurance options and discuss payment planning to help you afford your dental care.

Affordable dentistry is available to everyone in the Sherman Oaks community. Give the caring and professional staff at Sherman Oaks Dental a call to discuss how we can provide you and your family affordable dentistry.

Our office is located at 4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, in Sherman Oaks, CA. We service the 91403 zip code area.

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