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The American Dental Association’s Statement, Safety and Effectiveness of Tooth Whitening Products, contains fascinating information. It describes potential pitfalls of inappropriate or overuse of dental whitening products without the oversight of a qualified practitioner. Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Don Mungcal, urges you to read this statement before embarking on an unsupervised tooth whitening experience. Abrasives and tooth enamel Whitening […]
According to Statistic Brain, an independent research firm, Americans spend $1.4 billion annually on products and procedures that promise a brighter smile. The average price of a drugstore teeth whitening kit is $34.99, but the resulting cost can be much higher if it damages teeth or soft tissues. Professional teeth bleaching from Downtown Dental in Los Angeles is the […]
One of the most satisfying procedures offered by Downtown Dental in Los Angeles is professional teeth whitening. Using one of our three effective methods, you can easily achieve striking improvements with only a minimal investment. If you’ve never taken advantage of this opportunity, we encourage you to consider the options. It is amazing how such […]
It’s another beautiful day in Los Angeles, CA and everyone is clustered together for a group selfie. As usual, you’re the only one who isn’t smiling, the one who looks hostile and sad. It’s not that you’re in a bad mood, aside from the twinge of unhappiness that photos always bring. You just don’t want […]
You yearn for a dazzling Hollywood smile, and Dr. Mungcal can help you achieve it. There’s the gap between your upper front teeth and the chipped incisor to the right of them. How about that yellowish coffee discoloration that’s crept across your once-pearly whites? You’ve read about the wonders of porcelain dental veneer treatment, and you know […]
At Downtown Dental, patients often ask their dental team about the benefits of cosmetic dentistry. Our practice has a variety of options available to individuals in the Los Angeles area who are ready to enhance their smile and disguise imperfections that may be affecting the overall appearance of their teeth. This may include teeth that are: When […]
Porcelain veneers are thin shells of lustrous ceramic, bonded to the front surfaces of “smile teeth.” There are many benefits of this popular cosmetic procedure at Downtown Dental in Los Angeles. Dr. Mungcal is often asked, “What is the biggest advantage of veneers?” Below is some helpful information about why you should choose veneers at Downtown Dental. Convenience […]
You have taken a big step toward improving the appearance of your smile and boosting your self-confidence by deciding to get porcelain veneers. Cosmetic dentist in Los Angeles, CA, Dr. Don Mungcal, shares these tips to help you enjoy your new smile for many years. What to do Practice good home oral hygiene. In Dr. Mungcal’s experienced […]
When performed by a skilled provider, cosmetic dentistry provides a patient with a healthy boost of self-esteem. Although healthy overall, patients may still struggle with the impression their smile conveys to others. Whether patients have unwanted gaps between their teeth, overlap and crowding, or they notice that the color or vibrancy of their smiles is […]