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

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.

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!

As you read this, does your heart begin racing? Are your palms sweaty?

If so, you may be a good candidate for sedation dentistry. Oral sedation benefits nervous dental patients in Sherman Oaks every day. Moderate sedation is used for all types of Van Nuys dental procedures such as root canals, dental implants, and wisdom teeth removal. If you are considering extensive restorative or cosmetic dental work, conscious sedation may allow your Burbank dentist to complete multiple procedures in a single visit.

Don’t let fear prevent you from getting the dental treatment you need. Schedule a visit with Dr. Michael Bjornbak to learn about conscious sedation dentistry.

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Sherman Oaks Dental
4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks, CA in Sherman Oaks, California 91403.

Give us a call at 818-672-1288 or find us on the Web at: http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com

Sherman Oaks prepless veneers are a less-invasive procedure for transforming Van Nuys smiles. New Sherman Oaks Dental prepless veneers are incredibly thin shells which adhere to the face of teeth and require no removal of tooth enamel. Most Sherman Oaks prepless veneers are about the thickness of two pieces of paper. Because the color is built into the veneers (instead of being applied after fabrication), they look like your natural teeth–only better!

Our experienced California ceramists are skilled artists. They create each custom Sherman Oaks veneer with the optimum shape, color and thickness for your new smile. Another great feature of the Sherman Oaks Dental prepless veneers application procedure is that it requires no anesthesia or drilling.

If you are embarrassed by misaligned, discolored or broken teeth, prepless veneers may be a California smile restoration solution that you can feel good about.

Call Sherman Oaks Dental to learn more about Sherman Oaks prepless veneers. It is the first step toward your dazzling new smile!

Dr. Michael Bjornbak

Sherman Oaks Dental
4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks, CA
Sherman Oaks California 91403
818-672-1288

http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com

I’m Dr. Michael Bjornbak, and I am a Doctor serving the Sherman Oaks community with dental services including sedation dentistry. We call our practice Sherman Oaks Dental and we provide dental services to the greater Van Nuys and Studio City areas from our dental office in Sherman Oaks.

If you are looking for a dentist in the Sherman Oaks area, please contact us. I am currently accepting new California dental patients and would love to share with you some new and inexpensive ways to improve your bright and healthy smile.

I know the value of a bright and healthy smile, and can help you improve your smile with our California dentistry services including sedation dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and Invisalign; just three of the many dental services we provide at Sherman Oaks Dental.

Give me a call today, I am looking forward to hearing from you.

If you live in the Sherman Oaks area and have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; come and see me. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment is the best bet. A better understanding of your mouth sores can lead quickly to comfort and a resolution. If necessary, treatment and pain relief can be offered.

There are two common types of mouth sores that are common in the Sherman Oaks area; canker sores and cold sores.

Canker sores are small ulcer-like sores with a white or gray base and a red border. They are found on the inside of the mouth and while they are not contagious, they can be painful. Typically a canker sore heals in a week or two. Antimicrobal mouth-rinses, over-the-counter topical anesthetics, and avoiding spicy and acidic foods may offer you temporary relief while your sore is healing.

The cause of a canker sores is not certain. Possible explanations range from a cut on the inside the mouth, and reactions to extreme temperatures or acids from food or drink, to fatigue, stress, and allergies. Some studies point to bacteria or viruses, or combinations of all these factors.

Cold sores, also called fever blisters or Herpes Simplex, are groups of fluid-filled blisters that often appear around the lips, sometimes appearing under the nose or around the chin. Cold sores are contagious and painful, but usually heal in about a week. Some over-the-counter anesthetics may provide relief. There are some antiviral drugs on the market that have shown promise in reducing outbreaks, but there is currently no known cure. The initial infection, known as primary herpes, often occurs before adulthood. Once the virus infects you, it may stay in your body and remain inactive or cause occasional cold sore outbreaks. Outbreaks may be triggered by a fever, sunburn, skin abrasions, stress, or exposure to extremes in temperature.

As your Sherman Oaks dentist, I can’t do much to stop canker sores or cold sores in your mouth. I can discuss the health of your mouth, and examine any causes that make your mouth sore. In some cases a change in the way you care for your mouth can reduce the chances of getting mouth sores. If you are in the Sherman Oaks, and would like to speak with a dental professional about mouth sores, area give us a call at Sherman Oaks Dental.

Our number is 818-672-1288.

If you are considering straightening your teeth, come into Sherman Oaks Dental in Sherman Oaks for an orthodontic consultation. We can discuss the new types of braces. Dr. Michael Bjornbak will explain the pros and cons of each type and recommend the most effective (and quickest!) system for your teeth.

The first things most adult Sherman Oaks teeth-straightening clients ask about are the newer systems, sometimes called clear braces and adult braces. Invisalign and damon braces are two brand names of alternative orthodontic systems popular in Sherman Oaks. Many of our adult orthodontic patients have been embarrassed by their crooked teeth for many years and have developed a habit of covering their mouth when they smile. It is great to see them smiling confidently after they have completed treatment.

Younger clients usually have a different attitude about braces. They seem to consider braces more like a fashion accessory and are not afraid to show them off. Sherman Oaks area teens are interested in color braces and colored rubber bands braces. During orthodontic consultations, they usually ask about the possibility of a clear retainer to maintain teeth alignment after their braces have done their job.

Dr. Michael Bjornbak

This is a great time for Burbank men, women and teens to get a deep teeth cleaning and tooth whitening at Sherman Oaks Dental in Sherman Oaks. With a deep cleaning followed by teeth bleaching, your teeth will feel as good as they look.

If you have an important upcoming event such as a Studio City wedding, Encino party or formal family portrait sitting, a smile makeover will give you extra confidence as you pose for photos (even close-ups).

Burbank teeth bleaching can whiten teeth beyond their natural shade. At our Sherman Oaks cosmetic dentistry practice, we don’t use a conventional shade chart for our Encino whitening clients anymore. You have probably seen the porcelain tabs in graduated shades that Sherman Oaks tooth whitening dentists use to determine appropriate, yet natural looking, shades for tooth restorations. We now use a shade guide with levels significantly whiter than the guides we have used in the past. Tooth whitening is not a gimmick; it is safe and incredibly effective. Burbank tooth bleaching clients can maintain a white shade that equals the brightness of the ‘tooth’ models you see in dental marketing.

Burbank tooth whitening following twice-yearly cleanings is the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedure. Tooth bleaching in Sherman Oaks is comparable to the cost of a professional hair weaving and cut, but when you consider the transformation, there is no comparison! Flash your gorgeous, sparkling smile, and no one will even notice your hair.

• Sherman Oaks Dental
• 818-672-1288
• 4849 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks, CA
• Sherman Oaks, California
• http://www.ShermanOaksDental.com
• cosmetic dentistry
• sedation dentistry

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry in Sherman Oaks, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and rewarding procedures. There are also a lot of tooth whitening options for those of us in the Van Nuys area. How do you find a good tooth whitening procedure in Sherman Oaks?

Visiting your local Sherman Oaks dentist is a good start!

Whitening your teeth is an advanced dental procedure that you won’t want to get wrong on the first try. That’s why I always recommend a visit to Sherman Oaks Dental (our dental practice) to visit with me and talk about it. I’m Dr. Michael Bjornbak, and as a Sherman Oaks Dentist, I am not only experienced with tooth whitening procedures, but care about your teeth and your smile. I can recommend tooth whitening procedures based on your age, dental hygiene, and personal goals.

Most importantly, I can help you assess the condition of your teeth and help you understand what to expect and how to care for your teeth once they are whitened.

Many of our Sherman Oaks patients ask about tooth whitening. In fact it is one of our most popular dental procedures. There are many tooth whitening options, ranging from the kind you will perform at home to professional tooth whitening procedures we can do right here in our Sherman Oaks dental office. The one best for you can depend on many factors, starting with the color of your teeth and how white you want your teeth to be after the procedure.

Consulting with your Sherman Oaks dentist before you begin a tooth whitening procedure has several advantages. Among the advantages are professional care, experienced advice, and reliable recommendations for which tooth whitening procedure will be best for you.

If you are contemplating a teeth whitening procedure, and you live in the Van Nuys, come in and visit with me for just a few minutes. We’ll discuss your goals, the options that are available to you, and the results you can expect. You will be much happier with your results with the advantage of professional advice.

I look forward to hearing from you.

-Dr. Michael Bjornbak, Dentist