Monday, March 26, 2012
Dental Care Provider Discusses Eating Disorders’ Impact On Teeth & Restorative Options
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - Dr. Khalil “Dr. Sage” Saghezchi wants to raise awareness about eating disorders and share a message of hope for those with teeth severely damaged because of their disorder.
“Eating disorders can be devastating to oral health with some changes to the mouth showing up within six months,” says Dr. Saghezchi, who is a san jose dental care provider.
Feb. 26 to March 3 was National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, a campaign to break down barriers to getting treatment for eating disorders.
There are several types of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, which is characterized by self-starvation and excessive weight loss, and bulimia nervosa, which is a cycle of bingeing and compensatory behaviors such as self-induced vomiting. Anorexia and bulimia can be life-threatening illnesses that affect both genders and have a major impact on the entire body.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
The Cosmetic Dentist Difference: Why You Should Choose An Accredited One
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA—Many people do not know whether they should choose a general dentist or cosmetic dentist for procedures like veneers, dental implants or crowns.
Dr. Khalil “Dr. Sage” Saghezchi, who is a cosmetic dentist in San Jose, says that people leaning towards a general dentist might not be aware of the differences between the two and how much the final results may vary.
“An excellent general dentist will deliver high-quality, functional restorations,” says Dr. Saghezchi, who founded his practice, Smile Gallery, in 1988. “But cosmetic dentistry is a blend of science and artistry, so a cosmetic dentist is the best way to get the most natural-looking, aesthetically-pleasing smile.”
Cosmetic dentistry procedures include tooth-colored fillings, veneers, dentures, teeth whitening, laser gum reshaping, dental implants, bonding and more. Some are strictly cosmetic, but many of them are also used for restoring damaged, broken or missing teeth.
Open Wide For A Snapshot Of Your Body’s Overall Health
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA — Santa Clara dental expert Dr. Khalil “Dr. Sage” Saghezchi is using National Dental Health Month to educate his patients.
“Oral health is not just healthy teeth, gums and supportive tissue. It affects the entire body,” says Dr. Saghezchi. The term also includes the roof and the floor of the mouth, the tongue, the lining of the mouth and the throat, lips, salivary glands, upper and lower jaws, and chewing muscles.
A patient’s oral health gives clues about nutritional deficiencies, microbial infections, immune disorders and some forms of cancer that a dentistry expert can detect. Saliva, facial nerves and the bones and joints of the jaw contain pertinent information about the rest of the body.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
How To Keep Your Smile Looking Great With Oral Health Tips
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA-Cosmetic dentistry has the power to create beautiful smiles, but those smiles’ beauty is only superficial if the teeth are not healthy.
Dr. Khalil “Dr. Sage” Saghezchi says a beautiful smile includes attractive teeth properly cared for with excellent dental hygiene and nourished with a balanced diet.
“I would hope that everyone has the goal of keeping their natural teeth for as long as possible,” says Dr. Saghezchi, who is a Cupertino dentistry expert with nearly 25 years of experience. “These five suggestions will help your teeth stay strong, healthy and beautiful.”
Friday, December 16, 2011
How Bonding And Veneers Are Different
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA -The beauty of cosmetic dentistry is that there are a variety of ways to improve the look of a smile and fix dental imperfections.
A very popular option at Dr. Khalil Sage” Saghezchi’s San Jose cosmetic dentistry practice is porcelain veneers. He says patients looking for dramatic results or an extreme makeover of their smiles often choose this option.
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are tooth-colored shells hand-sculpted by professional, laboratory artists that the dentist attaches to the front surface of the natural tooth. They provide patients with a customized smile that matches their natural teeth.