Preventive Dentistry Encino
Keeping Your Smile Healthy Through It All
Are you looking for a general dentist in Encino, CA? Maybe you’re due for your next routine dental checkup or have specific concerns like cavities or pain when chewing. Whatever your needs, Signature Smiles of LA offers the services needed to help you achieve and maintain optimal oral health.
Why Choose Signature Smiles of LA for Preventive Dentistry?
- Knowledgeable & Respected Local Dentist
- In-House Periodontist for Comprehensive Care
- Advanced Diagnostic Technology for Precision
What Brings You in to See Us?
At Signature Smiles of LA, we want to be your destination dentist for all your needs. While visiting the dentist can sometimes feel intimidating, you can trust you are in a safe space with caring, respectful professionals.
We listen carefully to your concerns, help you understand the benefits of resolving issues, and discuss your options honestly and transparently. Our goal is to educate you about your dental health so you can make informed care decisions.
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
During your six-month checkup and dental cleaning, we’ll carefully examine your teeth and gums, take digital X-rays if needed, and remove plaque and tartar buildup to keep your smile healthy. These routine services help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other issues from progressing, ensuring you maintain your oral health over the long term.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride treatments will be offered after each of your routine cleanings to help prevent cavity development by strengthening the outermost layer of your teeth, called the enamel. We also offer silver diamine fluoride treatment to arrest the early signs of decay without the need for a tooth-colored filling.
Dental Sealants
You can think of dental sealants as non-invasive, invisible layers of protection that we put over the biting surface of your molars. We simply brush liquid over the fissures of the teeth and cure it to form a smooth layer of protection. This prevents food debris from accumulating in the pits and grooves and leading to cavity formation.
Athletic Mouthguards/ Sportsguards
If you participate in hobbies or on a sports team that could cause you to accidentally knock-out or chip a tooth, consider investing in a customized athletic mouthguard. These are designed to fit comfortably in your mouth to dramatically minimize your risk of experiencing a dental emergency due to impact on the field or court.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Bruxism, better known as teeth grinding, can take a toll on your jaw joints and facial muscles. When left unaddressed, chronic grinding can also cause consequential oral health concerns as well, like TMJ disorder, migraines, shoulder and neck strain, and more. Our customized nightguards are designed to be worn while you sleep, helping limit the damage to your teeth and jaw joints and preventing other related long-term issues.
TMJ Treatment
If you experience lockjaw, chronic jaw pain, migraines, or jaw fatigue whenever you chew food, you may have TMJ disorder. This condition can dramatically impact your ability to use your mouth and make basic daily functions, like eating, difficult. Dr. Mahooti offers occlusal splints and BOTOX injections to provide you with long- and short-term answers to discomfort caused by TMJ disorder.