We all know about the importance of getting regular checkups and cleanings to promote good oral hygiene and help keep our teeth and gums healthy. But for people with stained or misshapen teeth, a healthy smile isn’t always the only thing desired. That’s where cosmetic dentistry comes in, with options for whitening, correcting the shape...
There are a lot of options for improving your smile with restorative treatments. It can be overwhelming to look at your options, so meeting with Dr. Kandar is a great first step. Cosmetic bonding is one often-recommended way to restore your teeth, so here's what to know about it. What Does Cosmetic Bonding Help Improve?...
Spring has sprung and it’s time to do some spring cleaning! And just like your home, your smile could use a refresh this season! Financial District San Francisco cosmetic dentist Dr. Kandar can help make sure your smile stays as bright as ever while also helping you achieve your cosmetic dental goals. If you're looking...
Dental implants are actually not a recent development in oral health. Humans have been looking for ways to restore their teeth for much of history, so here's what to know about some of the ways dental implants have developed. Ancient History Evidence suggests that for thousands of years people have been replacing teeth they have...
Would you believe that veneers have been around since the 1920s? They debuted in Hollywood (no surprise) but porcelain veneers have come a long way from the red carpet and are surprisingly more common and more natural looking today than you might suspect. If you're considering veneers, it's normal to have questions. Here are some...
Taking care of your teeth does more for you than just keep your smile shining; oral health can help you prevent medical diseases far beyond tooth decay, and the condition of your teeth is often a telling sign of certain medical problems arising in other parts of your body. Anxiety or Sleep Disorders Do you...
Have you been dreaming of a white holiday? Chances are, your teeth have been too! The holidays can easily creep up on your budget, making it hard to imagine indulging yourself on such a simple confidence booster this holiday season, but at the end of the day, it’s hard to put a price on the...
There is never a better time than the present to make improvements to your own life, and the best present you can give to both yourself and to the world is a healthy, happy smile. If you're considering braces as an adult, then the good news is that Invisalign is an option for you! Here's...
When you need a filling, it's normal to wonder about how safe the materials actually are. Fortunately, dental fillings have been performed for centuries, and modern techniques are more safe than ever. Here's what to know about different kinds of fillings and what you can expect. Amalgam Fillings For over 150 years, millions of dental...
Did you know that you don’t have to pay an arm and a leg (or grind down all of your natural teeth) for a beautiful, picture-perfect smile? For years, people have paid thousands of dollars to use porcelain veneers to cover their teeth and transform their smiles, but within the last several years, the use...