by Best Natural Smile - Santa Monica Dentist | Jul 25, 2026 | Dental Blog
Completing Invisalign treatment is an exciting milestone, but it is not the end of maintaining your orthodontic treatment results. Once teeth have been moved into their new positions, they require continued monitoring to ensure the bite remains stable and oral health...
by Best Natural Smile - Santa Monica Dentist | Jul 25, 2026 | Dental Blog
Professional teeth whitening can produce dramatic improvements in the appearance of a smile, but maintaining those results depends largely on the habits that follow treatment. The first several days after whitening are especially important because teeth may be more...
by Best Natural Smile - Santa Monica Dentist | Jul 25, 2026 | Dental Blog
Professional teeth whitening is one of the most requested cosmetic dental procedures, but determining whether a patient is an ideal candidate involves more than simply looking at the color of the teeth. Before recommending whitening, it is important to evaluate the...
by Best Natural Smile - Santa Monica Dentist | Jul 9, 2026 | Dental Blog
The mouth contains one of the most diverse microbial environments in the human body. Known as the oral microbiome, this community includes hundreds of species of bacteria and other microorganisms that play an important role in maintaining oral health. Contrary to...
by Best Natural Smile - Santa Monica Dentist | Jul 9, 2026 | Dental Blog
Most patients know that sugar can lead to cavities, but many are surprised to learn that sugar itself is not the direct cause of tooth decay. The real issue is what happens after sugar enters the mouth. Naturally occurring bacteria feed on sugars and carbohydrates,...
by Best Natural Smile - Santa Monica Dentist | Jul 9, 2026 | Dental Blog
Many patients assume that a chipped tooth is simply a cosmetic issue. While that is sometimes true, damaged teeth deserve a closer look because the injury may extend beyond what is visible. Even a minor fracture can weaken the tooth, create sensitivity, or increase...
