For those grappling with missing teeth or persistent periodontal disease and loose teeth, Full Arch Dental Implants, also known as “All-on-4” is a revolutionary solution that is offered by Dr. Massoomi at Bay Area Surgical Arts. Beyond providing a fixed solution, instead of having to remove your dentures, the Full Arch Dental Implants restore the…
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Titanium is Your Jawbone’s Best Friend
The key to a successful dental implant is osseointegration: the fusing of the implant with the patient’s jawbone. At Bay Area Surgical Arts, Dr. Massoomi performs dental implant procedures, with the use of the latest available technology in this field. As one of the top Oral and Maxillofacial specialists in the Bay Area, patients get…
Latest antibiotics recommendation for the general dentist
Occasionally, we receive phone calls from dental offices asking what type of antibiotics to prescribe for their patients. In the most recent edition of the JADA (Journal of the American Dental Association), there was a review article looking at antibiotics use. As a result new guidelines were formulated, here is the citation: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.adaj.2019.08.020 Below is a…
Wisdom Teeth: Questions Answered
If you or your child are getting your wisdom teeth removed, you must have questions! We are here to make you feel as comfortable as possible. As always, if you have other questions feel free to contact us. We are more than happy to help you understand more on your upcoming procedure. Read on for…
When Should You Consider Dental Implants?
Dental implants typically consist of three components: the post, the abutment, and the restoration. The post is a screw which is inserted into the bone. The abutment is attached to the post and the restoration is placed on top, giving the finished product a beautiful, realistic look. Dental implants are an effective way to replace…
3 Tips to Keep Your Gums Healthy and Happy
Keeping your gums healthy is vital to ensuring that your mouth stays clean and your teeth stay intact and in pristine condition. Incorporating a few simple steps into your daily oral hygiene routine will keep your teeth and gums healthy, happy and your smile shining bright for years to come. Floss Like a Boss Flossing…
The Dos and Don’ts of Good Dental Hygiene
Dental Hygiene is important. Those who practice good oral habits reap the benefits, while the latter… not so much. Most of us have a great deal of control over whether or not we keep our teeth as we age. Those who don’t follow a proper routine, end up losing their teeth, thus requiring the need…
3 Benefits of Dental Implants
Missing teeth? You may be trying to decide what replacement procedure is best for you; dental implants, dentures or maybe even another option. When it comes to choosing, we always recommend dental implants. Dental Implants are a permanent solution to a lost tooth (or teeth) and have many benefits over some of your other options.…
6 Essential Oils for Healthy Gums and Teeth!
Let’s face it; Essential oils are all the rage these days. Known for their unique healing and therapeutic benefits, essential oils have been used for centuries dating all the way back to 2000 BC. In recent years, the rise of essential oils has taken health care to an entirely new perspective, for uses like aromatherapy,…
