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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.