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May 23

Tooth-colored composite fillings have been used for years in treating cavities. These durable, economical dental fillings not only protect your teeth from further decay but are also soft on the eyes due to blending in with the color of your natural teeth to retain your smile’s esthetic appeal. In addition to treating cavities, composite fillings […]

Dec 24

Dental cavities are subtle because they aren’t painful. You may not notice you have them until you visit your dentist. While minor cavities may not bother you now, they can lead to a host of teeth problems if not treated. Fortunately, you can take control of your oral health by considering fillings from Downtown Dental. Causes […]

Dec 24

Many Los Angeles, CA, adults would say that their smile is their most important feature. It’s no surprise, really. Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you and it can be the feature that helps when you’re meeting new colleagues, navigating a hard conversation, or making you appear more confident than you […]

Dec 24

Nothing can ruin the moment like a sudden attack of self-doubt. Will you look unfriendly or disinterested if you don’t smile? Will people notice that little chip or your stained teeth if you do smile? Don’t let these and similar worries plague you. Dr. Mungcal and the Downtown Dental team can help you feel better about your […]

Dec 24

Life in Los Angeles, CA moves at the speed of light. It is a place where image matters, but it isn’t everything – action matters too. You have meetings to attend, deadlines to meet, and a jam-packed social schedule to keep. Every occasion, be it personal or professional, calls for you to be on time, […]

Dec 24

Any dental treatment that can be seen in your smile has a tremendous effect on your facial appearance and your self-esteem. Dr. Don Mungcal urges women and men in the Los Angeles area to choose their options in cosmetic dentistry carefully for an ideal match to their needs. Dangers of DIY We are all enticed […]

Dec 24

Are you a newcomer to downtown LA? Maybe you are searching for a dentist closer to your workplace, or one who is a better match for your needs. You may be wondering if you need a family dentist for preventive, restorative, and general dentistry, and another for cosmetic treatments. You get it all at Downtown Dental in Los Angeles. Two important […]

Dec 24

Straight, white teeth play a primary role in an attractive smile. However, gums also balance smile proportions. Dr. Don Mungcal brings these esthetics together beautifully, with cosmetic dental surgery at Downtown Dental in Los Angeles. Captivating gums Ideally, three millimeters or less of gum tissue shows between the tops of “smile teeth” and the bottom of the upper […]

Dec 24

Dictionary.com defines “cosmetic” as “superficial measures to make something appear better, more attractive, or more impressive.” We also use the words “makeup” and “cosmetics” interchangeably when we refer to products like mascara, blush, and eyeshadow. Dr. Don Mungcal offers a number of dental services to beautifully enhance the smile, but they are not to be confused with cosmetics. […]