The Dentist Lounge

Happy Holidays from our dental family🎄🎊

Meeting James Nestor, the mastermind behind 'Breath,' was a true delight! For our patients, recognizing the pivotal link between airway health and overall well-being is a game-changer. If you haven't delved into this gem yet, it follows James' personal journey, uncovering the profound yet overlooked influence of breathing on our health. It's a must-read, shedding light on how our smaller jaws, influenced by epigenetics and processed diets, play a role in shaping our well-being.

If you have mercury fillings, you may want to consider having them removed or replaced. These fillings contain harmful heavy metals such as mercury, which can pose a health risk to some people. But that's not all. ⁠
Over time, mercury fillings expand and contract, causing cracks and fractures in your teeth. And if left unchecked, those fractures can eventually lead to total tooth fracture many years down the line. 😱⁠
Fortunately, there are safer alternatives available today. ⁠
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BPA free fillings, for example, are made of a tooth-colored material that's free of mercury and other harmful metals. They're also less likely to cause cracks and fractures in your teeth, making them a great option for long-term dental health. 😁⁠
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So if you're still rocking those old mercury fillings, it might be time to see your dentist. Your teeth (and your overall health) will thank you! 💪

We're so grateful for patient reviews like this one! At our practice, we're dedicated to providing personalized care that considers the whole person. Thank you for trusting us with your dental health!

Did you know that clear aligner therapy can do more than just straighten your teeth? ⁠
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Clear aligners have been found to improve bite function by correcting the position of the teeth and jaws.⁠
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In addition to improving oral health and function, this approach has the potential to contribute to better sleep quality and reducing snoring by increasing the oral volume, creating more space for your tongue and soft tissue. ⁠
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At The Dentist Lounge, we take pride in not only enhancing the aesthetics of your smile, but also ensuring that your bite is functional and healthy. ⁠
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After all, a healthy and functional smile is a beautiful one. ⁠
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Let us know if you'd like to learn more about how clear aligners can benefit you! ⁠
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Did you know that your sleep quality is a crucial part of our functional dentistry approach? 😴🦷 ⁠
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By recognizing the interconnection between breathing disorders, airway issues, snoring, sleep apnea, and chronic illnesses, we collaborate with sleep physicians, ENTs, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, myofunctional therapists, and more to improve your overall health. ⁠
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💪 Let's start by examining your dental anatomy to achieve better breathing and better sleep! ⁠
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Did you know that your dentist can help you identify sleep related breathing disorders (SRBD)? ⁠ By examining your dental anatomy and function, dentists can spot anomalies that may be contributing to SRBD. ⁠ From there, they can recommend treatments that improve your breathing and sleep quality, such as custom oral appliances or orthodontic interventions. ⁠ ⁠ So if you're struggling with snoring, sleep apnea, or other breathing issues, talk to your dentist about how they can help you breathe easier and sleep better. ⁠ ⁠ #SRBD #dentalanomalies #oralhealth #dentistsofinstagram"

An airway centered Dentist can help identify the oral signs of underdevelopment that can lead to airway and sleep disturbances - and the dental signs that result from them. What can treatment look like? - Clear aligner therapy (Candid) - Palatal expansion - Myofunctional therapy - Frenum release - Laser therapy And developing a personalized treatment plan that coordinates care with other likeminded health and wellness providers - Integrative Health Physicians, Sleep Physicians ENTs, Chiropractors, Myofunctional Therapists, Myofascial Release Specialists and more! #sleepdentistry #airwaydentist #airwaycentered #holisticdentist #biologicaldentist #airway #sleep #sleepapnea #Sleephacking #dentist #santamonica #santamonicadentist #candid #clearaligners #dentalcheckup

Oral health means whole body health. We can help come up with a personalized plan to set you on the path to oral wellness. This includes reviewing your diet, nutrition, craniofacial development, airway health and sleep quality. #sleepdentistry #airwaydentist #airwaycentered #holisticdentist #biologicaldentist #airway #sleep #sleepapnea #Sleephacking #dentist #santamonica #santamonicadentist #dentalcheckup

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Oral health means whole body health and vice versa. Everything is interconnected! 🦷 #airwaydentist #airwaycentered #holisticdentist #biologicaldentist #airway #dentist #santamonica #santamonicadentist #dentalcheckup

Your oral health 🦷 means whole body health💃🏽 At The Dentist Lounge, we take the time to listen👂so we can better care for you. As we approach the end of the year, this is a great time to use up any insurance benefits! No insurance, no problem! We have in-house membership plans that make getting the dental care you need easy on you. Insurance should never prevent you from getting the care you need!

You don’t need to wait to develop chronic health issues later in life. Dental symptoms act as key indicators and can be easily treated by your dentist in conjunction with likeminded healthcare professionals. All these processes are connected and it starts with your oral cavity, the opening to your airway. #sleepdentistry #airwaydentist #airwaycentered #holisticdentist #biologicaldentist #airway #sleep #sleepapnea #Sleephacking #dentist #santamonica #santamonicadentist #dentalcheckup #candid

Check out this new smile transformation where we were able to enhance🌟 this young woman’s smile after years of hiding. #holisticdentist #santamonica #veneers #dentistsantamonica #dentalcheckup #santamonicadentist #holistic #dentist #biologicaldentist #biomimetic #zirconia #dentistry

Alcohol based mouth rinses destroy all the bacteria in your mouth- that’s including the BAD and GOOD bacteria. This upsets the natural oral microbiome creating opportunity for the bad disease causing bacteria to thrive and wreck havoc. They also dry out your mouth which can lead to many other complications over time. Here are two of our favorite non-alcohol based mouth-rinses. 1. TOOTH AND GUMS Tonic: harnesses the power of pure essential oils and herbs to reduce harmful bacteria. 2. Therabreath Ask your dentist which one is best for you!

Here are some of our favorite fluoride free toothpastes with innovative ingredients. 1. APAGARD PREMIO: ⭐️ ingredient is NanoHYDROXYAPATITE which is the main component of enamel. This is the OG. Amazon is the best place to buy it. 2. BOKA: ⭐️ ingredient is Nano-HYDROXYAPATITE. Boka has some interesting flavors that are worth checking out. 3. SPRY: ⭐️ ingredient is XYLITOL. Xylitol stops harmful bacteria from sticking to teeth and gums, so they can’t form the colonies that cause dental problems. Leave a comment below with any other recommendations😁 #dentist#holisticdentist #brokentooth #mouthguard #dentistry #bonding #santamonica #dentistsantamonica #dentalcheckup #santamonicadentist #holistic #dentist #toothpaste #fluoridefree #functionalhealth #integrativehealth #nanohydroxyapetite #hydroxyapatite #boka

THE DENTIST LOUNGE on Instagram: "This beautiful young lady came in after fracturing her tooth when a soccer ball hit her face during practice. While these accidents in some cases can be resolved easily with bonding, veneers or crowns… some... 9 Likes, 5 Comments - THE DENTIST LOUNGE (.dentist.lounge) on Instagram: "This beautiful young lady came in after fracturing her tooth when a soccer ball hit her face during practice. While these accidents in some cases can be resolved easily with bonding, veneers or crowns… some sports injuri...