Dr. Bjornbak’s News & Updates

When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most people in the Sherman Oaks area between the ages of 20 and 80 need a dental checkup every six months. If you live in Sherman Oaks and are at higher risk for oral diseases, you should have your teeth checked every four months, or at least three times a year. We offer periodontal treatment at our office.

Come into our office, located at 4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks, CA in Sherman Oaks, or give us a call to make a dental appointment. You can visit our website at http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com for more information.

Most people in our Sherman Oaks community are in a medium to low risk category. However if you use tobacco or alcohol, eat a lot of sugar in your diet (including lots of soda), or have poor oral hygiene habits, you are likely in a higher risk category and should have your teeth checked right away.

I look at a lot of factors to determine your personal dental hygiene, and your dental outlook for your future. I want you to have the healthiest smile possible so that you can enjoy your teeth for many years without significant problems. If you live in the Sherman Oaks area and are ready to have your teeth checked or need periodontal treatment, please give Sherman Oaks Dental a call.

Our caring and professional staff will be ready to get you started with a dental checkup.

Talk to you soon.

—Dr. Michael Bjornbak, Dental check ups for the Sherman Oaks community. Reach us at 818-672-1288.

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many exciting possibilities.

The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal.

If your teeth are slightly crooked, but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the answer. Porcelain teeth veneers are translucent, wafer-thin covers that are permanently attached to the front of teeth, correcting chips and stains. Prepless veneers do not require the removal of tooth structure.

If your teeth are more than slightly crooked, it’s not too late for braces. Patients of all ages are undergoing orthodontic treatment and achieving fantastic results. The newest braces are less noticeable, more comfortable and bring teeth into alignment much faster than old-school metal braces.

Has gum recession caused the metal base of an old crown to be visible? Soft tissue grafts and crown replacement can correct this problem.

Are you missing one or more teeth? One of the best tooth replacement options is a dental implant. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.

Can you envision yourself with a dental makeover?
Call Sherman Oaks Dental at 818-672-1288 to discuss your cosmetic dentistry options.

Dr. Michael Bjornbak, DDS

http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com

At Sherman Oaks Dental, we restore decayed teeth to create smiles that are both healthy and beautiful. Recent advances in both techniques and materials have made the ‘impossible’ not only possible, but affordable for everyone in Sherman Oaks as well.

Dentist Dr. Michael Bjornbak has been restoring teeth since 1989. Ongoing training is essential for staying on the cutting edge of the cosmetic dentistry industry.

Decay is the most common Sherman Oaks dental problem and the second most common disease in the nation (number one is the common cold). If you have one or more teeth with decay, it’s time to take care of them.

Fillings, inlays, onlays and dental crowns are used to restore teeth for our Van Nuys and Sherman Oaks cosmetic dental patients. Even the most basic procedure – filling a cavity – has evolved. There are several types of new materials available including porcelain and composite resin. Each has specific strengths and aesthetic considerations. Sherman Oaks patients who replace silver amalgam with tooth-colored fillings love getting the metal out of their smile.

Inlays and onlays are more extensive restorations. There are two types: direct or indirect. Direct inlays and onlays are made in your Sherman Oaks cosmetic dental office on the spot and applied in one visit. Indirect inlays and onlays are fabricated in a dental lab. They usually require a second visit but the results are well worth the extra trip.

When a Van Nuys or Sherman Oaks client has a tooth that cannot be restored with an inlay or an onlay, a natural-looking dental crown is the answer. At Sherman Oaks Dental, we create dental crowns that blend in perfectly with the rest of your teeth. Let us show you some photos of patients who have received smile makeovers – you will not see any “Chiclet” crowns that stick out like a sore thumb. In fact, you won’t be able to tell which of our Sherman Oaks dental clients have dental crowns.

Sherman Oaks Dental is located at 4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks, CA. Dentist Dr. Michael Bjornbak is currently accepting new patients. Call 818-672-1288 to schedule an aesthetic dental consultation.

Remember when Van Nuys adolescents undergoing orthodontic treatment were mortified by their metal mouth? Thankfully, those days are over. The Sherman Oaks teens of today wear their braces proudly and make no effort to hide them. They know they don’t need to wait until their teeth are aligned to flaunt a striking smile; they enjoy flashing their brightly-colored braces in all their glory.

Another plus? Just as they mix and match their clothes and shoes, teens can change their wires and bands every time they visit their Van Nuys or Sherman Oaks dentist or orthodontist. Braces have become another fun way for Sherman Oaks and Van Nuys fashion-forward teens to express their personality.

Of course, there are still some kids (and many adults!) that are not thrilled about having metallic fuchsia bands and neon yellow wires adorning their teeth. Discrete Invisalign aligners are virtually undetectable and straighten teeth just as quickly and effectively as metal braces. Another benefit of the Invisalign system is that the clear braces are not permanently attached to the teeth. Invisalign aligners are easily slipped out for brushing, flossing, meals, and sports. If your Sherman Oaks child plays a musical instrument that defies traditional braces, removable aligners may be the best option.

If you or one of your children need orthodontic treatment in the Van Nuys area, call Sherman Oaks Dental at 818-672-1288 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Michael Bjornbak. Sherman Oaks Dental is located at 4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks, CA in Sherman Oaks. We also provide comprehensive restorative and cosmetic dentistry. If you need affordable state-of-the-art dental care in Sherman Oaks, let us tell you about our financing options.

Whatever your age, if you want to straighten your teeth, we have wires and bands to match every outfit in your closet!