Gary O’Brien DDS, an Experienced Dentist in Glendale

Visiting the Dr Gary R. O’Brien, D.D.S., Inc. practice in Glendale, California is definitely a must when looking for a brand new beginning or if you simply want to smile with much more confidence and recover your natural, harmonious and beautiful appearance. Well… if this is what you really aspire for, then it’s definitely possible thanks to the help and expertise of the most professional and talented dentist practicing out there, especially within the Glendale area. 

Dr O’Brien and his team have tailored some of the most astonishing techniques and preventive methods with the help of the very best in high-tech dentistry interventions and procedures. He has devoted a huge part of his life in serving people with high standards, in places like the greater Los Angeles, CA area, Glendale, Pasadena and other nearby cities and regions. Out of these, it has to be Glendale, obviously, the number one City which stood up to the test of time both as the base for his practice as a dentist and as the place where he has contributed significantly as a dentist and as a leader within the academic and scientific community. 

A pioneer in the online dental education fields and a frequent sought after speaker at some of the most important dental schools within the state of California; Dr O’Brien is best known for his discoveries and his inventiveness in oral implant patents alongside with his ever growing mastery and achievements as an extraordinary dentist.

Some of the most common procedures, which you should really consider taking advantage of at his Glendale practice are:

·         Dental implants – His specialty.

·         Cosmetic reconstructions, such as: crowns, veneers, bridges, or dentures.

·         Revolutionary Laser treatments and others, such as: Periodontal  treatment, endodontic  therapy for all of our cosmetic restorations, such as crowns, veneers, bridges, or dentures. 

A true dentist, a master in the science of high-tech dentistry, a scholar and foremost a caring hand whose sole purpose is to bring us nothing but the very best of himself as a dentist and as a man. 

Visit his Glendale, CA practice today, at 411 N Central Ave Glendale, CA 91203 and Schedule an appointment by calling us at (818) 956-0639 .

Or visit our website http://www.obteam.com/ and find out more about Dr. Gary R. O’Brien, D.D.S. and his team.

Care Following Dental Implants

We have just completed the prosthesis for your oral implants. Such implants have been placed successfully for over 25 years. The following information will be interesting and useful for you relative to future expectations for your implants and the prosthesis placed on them.

Acceptance of dental implants by bone and gum tissue has been excellent, however a few implants fail. Additionally, the prosthesis that have been placed over the implants are subject to wear and/or breakage. Any of the following conditions that occur require your immediate attention. Please contact us if any of the following conditions occur:

1. Feeling of looseness
2. Peculiar
3. Clicking or metallic snap while eating
4. Breaking a piece of the prosthesis
5. Redness in the gum tissue around the implant
6. Feeling of the bite being different
7. Pain

We have done our best to provide to you the highest quality service available. The continuing success of the implant and prosthesis is up to you. Please do the following items checked:

1. Visit us for examination, scaling, and polishing at least once every six months.
2. Clean the implant daily, especially before bedtime using:
3. Floss
4. Bridge cleaner
5. Toothbrush
6. Interplak mechanical toothbrush
7. Peridex

Your failure to accomplish thorough cleaning of the implant prosthesis daily will compromise its longevity significantly. We expect years of service from this therapy. Over a number of years, you will gradually wear out the prosthesis portion.

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Sleep Dentistry known as Conscious Sedation

I have been using Conscious Sedation in the office since 1984. However, in the past the application was limited to only those cases that were high risk. Most of those cases I felt that it was in the patients best interest to work with an MD Anesthesiologist. With the advancements of short acting high-tech drugs and reversal agents, a whole new dimension has been introduced to my profession and practice. The training was very demanding and the license is difficult to maintain but the results are very safe. I have a very efficient office and staff that is ready for all emergencies.

The reason that Conscious Sedation is so safe today is due to the new category of drugs called reversal agents. I only use drugs in the dental office that can be totally reversed in less than a minute! Think about the brilliance behind this new category of drugs. I am able to give the patient enough medication that I can complete some or all of the patient’s dental work in one visit. If at any time I feel that there is something wrong or the monitors say the patient needs to be more awake, I am able to introduce the reversal drugs and within seconds the patient is fully alert and safe.
I have been in dentistry 29 years. I have been blessed with the gift of being able to provide all my patients with most all their dental needs. Now, I am able to even touch the lives of those patients that just fear going to the dentist. This fear is real and has been a problem in the past. Today, these patients that have not been cared for properly in the past are able to have their dentistry completed while they are resting. There is absolutely no recall of the visit or any work that was completed. Personally, I feel these new drugs and their application in dentistry is one of the greatest advancements I have seen in my profession.

If you have had problems in the past with traumatic experiences in the dental office, let me show you how easy it is to save your smile while you “sleep” in our fully equipped state of the art private operating facility.


Sincerely
Gary R. O’Brien, D.D.S.

3D Cone Beam Technology

The Next Generation of Dental X-Rays

Fifteen years ago I introduced digital imaging into my Glendale dental practice to improve diagnostic capabilities and reduce the radiation requirements of each exposure. Now we are introducing the latest in radiographic technology called 3D Cone Beam Technology. This technology allows me to capture and reproduce the detailed 3D anatomy of the skull in a reliable, affordable way, while emitting low doses of radiation. Using the combined advancements in CT scanning and 3D Sterio-lithic surgical and prosthetic computerized reconstruction, I am continuing my commitment to my patients of providing them with the most advanced and safest technology available.

Dental Implants

Our cosmetic dentistry has specialized over years on dental implants. Dr. Gary O’Brien understands the negative effects that missing teeth have on a person’s confidence and self-esteem. He knows the importance on a patient’s life of being capable to live without embarrassment and inconvenience while eating, talking or even just smiling; some of the actions that for most of us happen unaware may be actions that patients suffering this condition avoid at all cost to do.

You might not be as lonely as you think with your problem. In fact, you will realize why it’s so unnecessary to sleep over a solution when it is already handy: If you lost a tooth or more due to an accident or a periodontal disease but you are in generally good oral health, your solution is given here and you just have to scroll down to read it.

Making a good first impression with good Dental Health

There is no question that the health of your gum tissue has serious systemic consequences. I can tell a lot about a patients overall general health just by a 30 second scan of the gingival or gum tissue.

Plaque forms rapidly in the oral cavity. Within hours, bacteria colonizes on the gum tissue and teeth by secreting a mucopolysaccharide that if left undisturbed, will mineralize to form calculus or tarter. These bacteria use the food that we eat for their metabolism. The end product of their metabolism is an endotoxin that once secreted in the area attracts cells in our body that are the major clean up police of our immune system. This is called an autoimmune response to a foreign molecule. Because the cells are unable to reach the endotoxins, they inadvertently begin to destroy the healthy cells of the gum tissue.

This process or "disease" is called gingivitis. The gums swell and become bright red and bleed easily as a result of tenacious and efficient immune system. Being an action of an to our own cells, we label this process an autoimmune disease. Research has shown that this process greatly effects the liver, kidney and cardiovascular system. In fact, the American Heart Association sent out a bulletin stating that gingivitis and periodontal disease and the events that occur as a result of ignoring the problem, increases the patients chance of heart disease.

Patient Info

Patient Education
Frequently Asked Questions

Practice Mission Statement

Our practice is the finest achievement of my twenty-seven years of dedication. I believe we have the very best my profession has to offer in all areas of comprehensive and complete dental care. Every member of my staff has the unique quality of truly caring about each patients individual needs. This synergistic positive energy is felt the very moment you walk into our "home".

Bottled Water: are you getting enough Fluoride?

You might not be getting enough Fluoride!

Do you Drink mostly Bottled Water?

Are you one of those people that can’t leave the house without your bottle of water? And is that the only kind of water you drink? Then, you need to know that most bottled waters lack fluoride which is commonly found in public water and as we all know; the myth that "only children need fluoride" has been busted.

Fun facts and Dental Jokes!

Dental Jokes

• A little boy was taken to the dentist. It was discovered that he had a cavity that had to be filled. " Now, young man," asked the dentist, " what kind of filling would you like for that tooth?" " Chocolate, please," replied the youngster.
• An elderly patient went to have her teeth checked. " Mrs. Hopgood, your teeth are good for the next 50 years." the dentist beamed. To which she replied, " What will they do without me?"
• " I came in to make an appointment with the dentist." said the man to the receptionist. " I'm sorry sir." she replied. " He's out right now, but..." " Thank you." interrupted the obviously nervous prospective patient. " When will he be out again?"

Dental Crowns

There are different factors that may contribute to erosion, cracking and breaking of your teeth, such as age, fillings or tooth decay. In cosmetic dentistry, crowns are used to solve these kinds of problems. Dental crowns cover the entire surface of the affected tooth adding strength, durability and stability.

Basically, there are three types of crowns: those made out of metal ideal for the back teeth; porcelain, recommended for front teeth; and porcelain fused with metal that are strong and have a natural appearance.

At Home Tooth Bleaching

Teeth Whitening

Hydrogen peroxide has been used for many years to bleach teeth. In past years, it was usually applied only by dentists, who used heat and/or light to accelerate its bleaching action. In recent years, a highly effective technique has been found that allows patients to bleach their teeth at home - although only when supervised by a dentist.*

The “at home” technique of bleaching teeth does not require heat or light, and allows you to monitor your own progress. The amount of color change depends on the length of time you wear the tray each day and the number of weeks you continue the treatment. The results can be unpredictable. Although effects may be noticed as early as a few days, many patients report that a minimum of two weeks is required to see a color change. Peroxide bleaching in custom-filled trays is thus the fastest and most painless method known.

Advance Procedures

Speciality Procedures

Dr. O’Brien provides comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages. Procedures performed in our office include dental implants, cosmetic reconstruction, and Laser treatments on both hard and soft tissue when ever it is indicated.

In addition Dr. O’Brien is able to provide periodontal treatment as well as endodontic therapy when necessary. Using state of the art bone grafting techniques and dental implants, Dr. O’Brien offers patients the most natural solution to missing teeth.

No Need To Hide Your Smile!

Dental implant is the best solution for a missing tooth (or teeth). Dentists all over the world recommend this procedure to patients because it is simple, virtually painless, and efficient. The main advantage of dental implants is being able to perfectly replace lost teeth. The patient won't notice the difference between his natural teeth and the implant. It avoids having to wear prosthesis, and with proper care it will last forever.

Sedation & Relaxation for Dental Phobia

Many people are afraid to go to the dentist because of all the pain and fear that has been traditionally related with dentistry. This dental phobia is very common but what we don’t realize is that this affects our health and general wellness. Now there is a solution for dental phobia; it is called Sedation dentistry. It is a type of anesthesia used to make your anxiety disappear; making you feel as if you “slept” through all your dental procedure. Our Burbank Dentist and dentists all over the world are using sedation dentistry with nervous patients, or on those who want to be relaxed, while dental procedures are being performed.

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The Next Generation of Dental X-Rays!

Fifteen years ago I introduced digital imaging into my Glendale dental practice to improve diagnostic capabilities and reduce the radiation requirements of each exposure. Now we are introducing the latest in radiographic technology called 3D Cone Beam Technology.

 This technology allows me to capture and reproduce the detailed 3D anatomy of the skull in a reliable, affordable way, while emitting low doses of radiation. Using the combined advancements in CT scanning and 3D Sterio-lithic surgical and prosthetic computerized reconstruction, I am continuing my commitment to my patients of providing them with the most advanced and safest technology available.