Westport Dental

Happy 4th of July to all. Have a safe holiday

WHY ORAL CANCER EXAMS MATTER: More than 25% of oral cancer victims are under age 40 and have none of the known lifestyle risk factors like tobacco and alcohol use or diabetes. Scientists have recently learned that people can develop oral cancer after contracting the human papilloma virus (HPV). Most types of HPV are harmless -- for example, skin warts which are very common. But some types, like those transmitted sexually, have been linked to oral cancer.... If oral cancer is caught early, the 5-year survival rate can be as high as 90%. If not, the rate drops significantly. Be proactive by pointing out to us any abnormal mouth condition you have seen or felt, even ones that seem trivial like a small canker sore that hasn't healed after about two weeks. In its earliest most-treatable stages, oral cancer usually causes no pain or discomfort. That's why it's really important for you to call your dentist today for a checkup! (714) 772-0770

Puffy Red Gums? Do you or a family member have puffy, shiny, or purple-red gums? These are early signs of gum disease, a potentially dangerous progressive condition that begins with Gingivitis:... A condition where plaque bacteria causes gums to become infected and inflamed. Left untreated it can, and usually does, progress to Periodontitis: An infectious inflammatory disease and a much more serious condition where infection reaches deeper to destroy ligament and bone. Treated with an increased regimen of professional cleanings and possibly antibiotic treatment. Left untreated, will result in unattractive receding gums, tooth loss, and jawbone loss. It is linked to diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer, and more. The good news is that with regular hygiene appointments and good homecare, you can prevent gum disease. Call us for an assessment and treatment plan that will keep you healthy.

Happy Birthday Dr. Mistry!

Thanks for stopping by for your pre-wedding dental cleaning! This handsome groom-to-be is ready to show off his pearly whites on his big day! Congratulations!

Great tips for how to improve your oral health.

Listen to your dentist. Not flossing is worse than you think! http://www.businessinsider.com/the-links-between-flossing-a

Dr. Kiran and Temple City dentist Dr. Sunjay Lad at the annual California Dental Association Convention in Anaheim, stopping by their Alma Mater USC.

Congratulations to our latest Sonicare Toothbrush winner, Aaron! Look out for more drawings coming soon, you could be the next winner!