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Root Canals

Root canals are valuable dental procedures used to treat and preserve teeth with badly infected nerve tissue in the roots. The pulp is the live portion of the tooth that extends into the root and contains nerve endings and tissues. When it becomes infected, patients can experience pain, swelling and even total tooth loss unless […]

TMJ Treatment

TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which is the bone structure, muscles and connective tissues that surround the jaw and control chewing. When patients experience disorders of this joint, they are said to have a temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD. Symptoms of TMD include pain and tenderness near the jaw, as well as popping or clicking […]

Veneers and Laminates

Dental veneers, also known as porcelain laminates or porcelain veneers, are shells made from tooth-colored materials customized and designed to protect the anterior surface of your teeth. By bonding these wafer-thin shells to your teeth, Dr. Michael Khorramian, a qualified Porter Ranch dentist at the MK Dental Group, will not only change their color, but […]

Teeth Whitening

Teeth that have lost color are not only a cosmetic concern, studies that have been carried out indicate that individuals who have confidence in their smile lead generally happy lives. Teeth whitening eliminates natural stains as well as discolorations. At the end of this procedure, you will enjoy a brighter and healthier smile. At MK […]

General Dentistry

General dentistry encompasses a broad range of diseases and disorders of the oral and maxillofacial region. Everyone should see a general dentist for routine oral health examinations, twice-yearly cleanings, and treatment of routine oral health complications, such as minor tooth decay. General dentistry is as much about prevention as it is about treatment. Patients who […]

Cosmetic Dentistry

Your smile is the first impression that others have of you, so it makes sense that you would want it to be bright, white and healthy. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, more than 99 percent of all American adults believe that a smile is an important asset for social situations. Perhaps that […]

Digital X-Rays

Digital x-rays are a more streamlined way of taking dental radiographs. Like traditional x-rays, digital versions provide an in-depth view of the structures of the mouth, helping dentists detect complications and develop effective modes of treatment. Digital x-rays are capable of revealing hidden caries, bone erosion, and even tooth decay hiding beneath restorations. Requiring less […]

Tooth Extractions

Tooth extractions are routine dental procedures used to remove decayed, damaged or otherwise problematic teeth. Our Porter Ranch Dentists usually make every effort to preserve natural teeth, although sometimes an extraction is necessary. The extraction procedure that is performed is considered surgery. Depending on which teeth are removed, they may be replaced with a dental […]

Dental Health and Your Diet

Your body works hard to convert the foods you eat into energy. You may not think twice about what you are eating – especially when it comes to grabbing an afternoon snack or sipping on a vanilla latte on your commute. But the food you put in your mouth affects more than just your waistline. […]

Bad Breath

Having bad breath can be an embarrassing problem – especially if you are regularly face to face with other people. Known professionally as halitosis, bad breath plagues many people every day. Most cases of bad breath can be remedied by efficiently brushing the teeth. However, some types of bad breath are chronic or recurring, which […]