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The real value of advanced dental services in Los Angeles
With every investment I make in knowledge, training, and equipment, I consider the impact it will have on real people. While learning about advanced dental services is quite exciting, I know that those services must bring identifiable value to the lives of my patients in the Los Angeles area. Pinhole gum rejuvenation is a great example.
Oral health
Receding gums expose the root structure of teeth. Roots are not protected by enamel, so this area becomes vulnerable to tooth decay. By re-contouring soft tissues with pinhole gum rejuvenation, I am able to help the patient maintain better oral health.
Conventional gum grafting leaves two surgical sites, both requiring multiple sutures. The access point for the pinhole technique usually heals in a day. There are no stiches, so there is no extended healing period, greatly reducing risk of secondary infection.
Emotional wellness
Most people are quite aware of the appearance of their mouths. They stop smiling when they aren’t confident in what others see. That is unfortunate, because every smile triggers neural messages in the brain that foster happiness. Smiling releases endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine that relax heart rate and blood pressure, and act as natural anti-depressants. Healthy, contoured gums contribute to smile-worthy self-confidence.
Convenience
With traditional gum grafting you could expect about an hour of treatment per tooth, needing a ride home (sedatives are necessary for the surgery), continued use of pain medications while your mouth healed, and a soft diet for about two weeks.
The Chao Pinhole® surgical technique that I use does not require grafting, so:
- Treatment is efficient.
- There is minimal discomfort and bleeding.
- No sutures are needed because there are no open wounds.
- Treatment is efficient.
- Healing is fast!
- Improvement is immediately visible.
To learn more about advanced dental services such as pinhole gum rejuvenation, call 213-863-9464 to schedule a consultation at Downtown Dental in Los Angeles.
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Dr. Ivan Chan
As the cornerstone and founder of Downtown Dental, Dr. Don Mungcal is a proactive and
exceptionally talented dentist who is determined to contribute to the health and wellbeing of his community by
attending to their dental care needs.
With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.
Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.
Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.
Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!
With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.
Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.
Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.
Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!