Beverly Hills Dentistry

Lyricist Martin Charnin once wrote, “You’re never fully dressed without a smile.”  For the past 25 years, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, a Cosmetic Dentist in Beverly Hills, has seen how a smile can transform someone’s life by helping numerous patients discover their beautiful smiles with porcelain veneers.

Dr. Maddahi has an international reputation as an expert in porcelain veneer procedures in Beverly Hills.  His extensive technical and aesthetic experience allows him to create natural, healthy looking smiles in as little as two appointments.  “Today, patients have so many choices when it comes to their smile.  Porcelain veneers come in a variety of tooth-colored shades and can be sculpted so they match the patient’s existing tooth structure for a natural look.  And, with digital cosmetic imaging, the patient can preview their new smile before the procedure is even started,” Dr. Maddahi explains.

A dental veneer is individually crafted based on the patient’s tooth structure.  Porcelain is Dr. Maddahi’s veneer material of choice because of its strength, durability and natural look.  Once the veneer is completed, the thin porcelain shell is then bonded to the tooth so it covers the front and top of the natural tooth.  Veneers can be used to solve several dental issues including closing gaps between teeth, lengthening small or broken teeth, reshaping crooked or malformed teeth and whitening discolored, yellowed or stained teeth.  Click here to see Dr. Maddahi transform a patient’s smile with dental veneers.

Dr. Maddahi begins each of his veneer procedures by choosing the best quality materials and using the best technology available including ShadeVision, a computerized system that matches the color and tone of the patient’s existing teeth.  And, now, Dr. Maddahi offers the latest in veneer technology, the Nano Veneer.  This ultra- thin veneer is less than a half a millimeter thick and is created in layers to assure a natural translucent look.

So, when you are ready to “dress-up” your smile, contact Dr. Maddahi for a complimentary smile evaluation.

What do you get when you mix state-of-the-art dental technology with a spa-like atmosphere?  You get the world-class offices of Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi.

Dr. Maddahi treats his patients like VIPs and it starts before you walk in the door with convenient, complimentary valet parking just steps from his Beverly Hills’ office located between Wilshire Boulevard and Santa Monica Boulevard.  In a few minutes you are seated in the gallery-like waiting room, where you are offered a selection of teas and beverages before being escorted to the examination room.  Dr. Maddahi limits the number of patients he see daily, scheduling only one patient at a time so he can focus exclusively on your dental needs, without making you wait.

Known as a gentle dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi utilizes cutting-edge technology to diagnose and treat your dental issues quickly and painlessly.  Thorough examinations include a series of digital dental X-rays, which are available for review just seconds after they are taken on chair-side screens.  If needed, an IntraOral Camera is used to allow Dr. Maddahi and his team to closely examine your mouth and teeth.  Dr. Maddahi goes the extra step by using the high resolution, 40x by 1600x Trinocular Compound Microscope to test the both the number and types of bacteria in the mouth, so he may identify any signs of gum disease or other periodontal issues.

And, there is no need to worry when treatments are needed, Dr. Maddahi uses the new Waterlase MD system, a cool laser that lets him remove dental decay, re-contour the gums or treat periodontal issues painlessly without burning or damaging dental tissue, like a traditional dental drill.  Many patients have found that they can have cavities worked on with little or no anesthesia and little post-op pain or swelling using this high-tech laser dental device.  Click here to see a recent KCBS/KCAL interview on the Waterlase method featuring Dr. Maddahi.

So, if you are looking for the best in gentle dentistry in the Brentwood, West Los Angeles, Century City, Pacific Palisades, Encino, West Hollywood or Los Angeles, make an appointment to see Dr. Maddahi.  Contact us today for a complimentary dental consultation.

Choosing a dental procedure to fix a broken tooth, filling or other dental trouble is not always easy, but when choosing, it’s important to know that each dentist is known for a level of quality, a fact that is not always obvious from their location or even their advertisements.

The goal of the Beverly Hills office of Los Angeles dentists, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi and Dr. Paul O’Malley, is to provide each patient with long-lasting comfortable results. They not only want to improve smiles, raise their patients’ self-confidence and overall health, but also want their patients to keep their teeth for a lifetime.

This office is unique in many, many ways. To begin with a veneer, crown, onlay or inlay are not the same from one dentist office to another. Sure, they are spelled and pronounced identically, but that is where any similarity ends. Principally, the level of service and expertise involved in their production can be vastly different.

Both Dr. Maddahi and Dr. O’Malley have been practicing dentistry for over 20 years. Each of these advanced, highly proficient dentists have spent these years of practice staying ahead of the curve on dental technical progression.

Concentrating on innovation and technical expertise, the dental work done by these doctors is therefore, often way beyond the quality of work done by an ordinary dentist.

Each crown, inlay, onlay or veneer is all porcelain and has a superior cosmetic color. This office screened hundreds of labs to find one that used the strongest, most natural allergy-free materials. They work only with master dental technicians who are recognized as artists in their field.

This office utilizes a specially screened lab that is proven to make the new inlay, onlay, crown, or veneer perform, look and feel precisely like a beautiful, natural tooth! The dental materials used are free of metals and shown to be least reactive by numerous reports and studies.

Least-reactive materials mean allergy-resistant, rating in the 98% range for whole body compatibility. Through biocompatible testing these doctors select the correct brand of bonding, porcelain, and cement suitable for each patient.

Should the patient need to take out old silver amalgam fillings that contain mercury, Dr. Maddahi’s office only uses extremely safe mercury removal guidelines. This is in order to ensure maximum safety for health. The office uses five kinds of suction as well as air purified rooms which will provide the healthiest environment possible.

Conservative preparation of a tooth for dental procedures utilizes conservative, minimally invasive methods of preparation. This means that more of the tooth is retained through less grinding down of the tooth, thereby increasing longevity.

Nano veneers, meaning ‘ultra-thin’, are offered and used whenever possible. veneers, inlays, onlays and crowns utilize these minimal preparation methods, and same-day service is possible in many cases.

At this office, the standard for crowns is of conforming to a natural size, shape and color, which also means maximum comfort for you! No more bulky crowns. Also, the crowns are x-rayable – unlike conventional crowns, making it possible to see under and through them at future visits. This permits the dentist to catch any future problem earlier.

Using a digital bite recorder, exact bite adjustments are made. No more blue articulation paper or waxes that allow for guesswork, as this is not exact science. Using the digital bite recorder most often results in better comfort and stress free biting and function.

At this Beverly Hills office of Los Angeles dentists, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi and Dr. Paul O’Malley, natural looking, new smiles are created that improve overall health and often, raise self-confidence.

Oh no, not another cavity!  You have been dreading this moment.  Now comes the noisy drilling, that smell, and the numb, uncomfortable feeling, not to mention the swelling.  If only there was another way, an easier way to treat cavities.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, a painless dentist in Beverly Hills, has the solution.  Dr. Maddahi now uses the WaterLase MD Turbo system to treat cavities and other dental issues at his office.  This state-of-the-art technology allows the doctor to treat a cavity in as little as ten minutes.

The WaterLase MD Turbo laser, also known as a cool laser, differs from a traditional dental drill in many ways.  This quiet laser drill does not generate heat or cause vibration as it removes the damaged tooth structure, this reduces soft tissue damage like swelling or bleeding so little or no anesthetic is needed.  Now a patient is able to have a cavity filled in a matter of minutes with no pain.

Recently, Dr. Maddahi was featured on CBS/KCAL News demonstrating this new, advanced cool laser dental technology; click here to see the full report.

For more information about painless dentistry visit Dr. Maddahi’s Beverly Hills office for a complimentary dental consultation.  And, when you mention that you saw Dr. Maddahi on CBS / KCAL news within the next 30 days you will receive 20% off any filling done with the new WaterLase MD Turbo. Contact our office for an appointment today.

Once the decision to fix a smile is made, one might assume any dilemma is over. Not the case for many patients. Far too often we see friends, relatives and work associates who have had poor dental work, especially from unnatural looking smile makeovers.

Should a patient choose Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, top Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, and visit his Beverly Hills office he can relax, as he is the hands of one of the finest cosmetic artists, who works closely with the patient to see to a very natural-looking and beautifully matched new smile makeover.

There are several significant points to regard when considering cosmetic dentistry. First, the dentist’s credentials and continuing education should be considered. Dr. Maddahi has almost twenty-five years forging the high-tech path of dentistry. He attended both UCLA and USC.

With the super-highway of high-tech dentistry at full speed, it’s very important the dentist chosen is taking advantage of the newest and most advanced dental tools for their patients. Dr. Maddahi is a technical enthusiast and keeps way ahead of the curve.

The color chosen for veneers, crowns, caps, bridge or implants must be exactly matched to the existing teeth. Teeth are naturally polychromatic, and color variation is important in avoiding a fake or artificial look. How the light plays on the teeth is affected by the internal contrast of colors that help create a very real and vital look to the teeth.

Surface texture is also very important, and helps to break up light reflections and make the veneers, crowns, caps, bridges or implants look far more natural. Digital Cosmetic Imaging is used so each patient can see a computerized split image photograph of his or her smile and a simulation of their smile after the work is completed.

“The appearance of their mouth and smile can be altered to fit what would be pleasing to them.” Dr. Maddahi explains. “This is made possible with porcelain and composite tooth colored materials perfectly designed to intimately match their tooth structure. With cosmetic imaging the patient can see the future of their smile before they begin.”

These days missing teeth are handled through several solutions. Most commonly, implants are used to replace teeth. Also, a bridge can be built between two teeth. At the office of Dr. Maddahi, same-day implants are offered in many cases.

“Understanding your choices in dentistry is important for a patient.”, says Dr. Maddahi. “I try to spend as much time as needed with my patients discussing options before moving forward with a plan.”

Jagged teeth can be reshaped (contouring) and this can often be done with no anesthesia. If a tooth is slightly decayed or chipped, then a composite resin that matches the tooth may be bonded onto the area. Bonding may also be used to cover the entire outside of a tooth to change the color and shape or to close spaces between teeth.

Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has been specializing in creating beautiful, natural smiles in his Beverly Hills dentist office for almost 25 years.

A visit to Dr. Kourosh Maddahi‘s office is a visit to the future of painless dentistry in Los Angeles.  It starts right when you walk in the door.  Many patients have said that Dr. Maddahi’s office looks more like a spa or an art gallery giving the office a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

As you are settled into the dental chair and your dental cleaning begins, you’ll notice that a number of advanced diagnostic tools are used to insure a thorough dental exam.  Digital x-rays allow Dr. Maddahi’s team to identify any dental issues quickly.  These x-rays are safer than traditional dental x-rays, with 90% less exposure to radiation, and are can be viewed on the in-room computer screen in a matter of seconds.  Other diagnostic tools include the DIAGNOdent, a laser system that detects areas decay that have developed deep below the surface of the tooth, and mini cameras, which give close-up views of typically hard to see areas of your teeth, mouth and gums.

When dental issues, like cavities, are found, Dr. Maddahi assures you that the treatment will be as painless as possible.  This is due to revolutionary dental technology, like the WaterLase MD Turbo.  The WaterLase MD™ Turbo is a cool laser that is used to drill for cavities instead of a traditional dental drill.  The quiet laser system minimizes discomfort because it does not produce heat or cause vibrations.  This lessens the amount swelling and bleeding typically associated with a cavity procedure and lets Dr. Maddahi use little or no anesthetic during this fast treatment.  The result, a gentle dental experience that is quick, comfortable and painless.

Recently, Dr. Maddahi was asked to demonstrate the cool laser technology on CBS/KCAL, click here to see his interview and a painless procedure.

Contact our office today to if you have questions or would like more information about painless dentistry in Los Angeles.  Dr. Maddahi offers complimentary dental consultations and, for the next 30 days, when you mention that you saw Dr. Maddahi on CBS/KCAL you will receive 20% off any filling done with the new WaterLase MD Turbo

Once a new smile design is chosen and the teeth have been sized, colored and placed – there’s a final step that ensures highest quality of a smile makeover. Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, uses a digital bite recorder in his Beverly Hills dentist office, in order to perfect the bite with any work he does.

He likes to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to high-tech equipment and procedures. Without proper tools for inspection, dentistry can be a guessing game, not a true science. Dr. Maddahi is renowned for the beautiful and natural new smiles he creates for his patients every day.

A digital bite recorder is a computerized bite sensor. It shows the dentist the order in which the teeth bite down on one another, and how much pressure is being exerted. It has particularly important application with multiple crown cases, as the dentist can swiftly create a stable bite without repeated visits back to the office for additional adjustments.

Dr. Maddahi explains, “When working on a smile makeover case, I am often fitting several crowns at a time. I use the T-Scan II to digitally record the patient’s bite. I used to estimate the bite, using articulation paper or waxes. It was not until I saw the accuracy of this high-tech device that I could really control that the bite. Now my work is much faster and very exact.”

The T-Scan II, Occlusal Analysis Solution, which is made by Tekscan, graphically displays both forceful and time premature contacts to the dentist, for predictable occlusal control during adjustment of crowns and veneers. Thereby, accurate evaluation and access occlusion (the spatial relation of the teeth when the jaws are closed), including the depth of the mark, its surface area, amount of force, and the contact timing sequence are obtained.

This high-tech device contains 1370 cell sensors in its bite recording surface. This recording is then analyzed by viewing it on a computer screen. The exact sequence of the bite is discerned digitally and the dentist then is able to make exact adjustments to the crown or veneer.

Dr. Maddahi continues, “The T-scan produces graphic images that are valuable tools for the dentist, and wonderful visuals that help me to show the patient their occlusal trouble and to help them better understand the solutions we offer. One of my goals is to get my patients in and out in the shortest time possible, and avoid return appointments.”

Dr. Maddahi continues, “Once the patient’s smile has been transformed into a beautiful natural look, I want to ensure that the new teeth are completely comfortable. It is important to make sure that the cosmetic dentist you choose has state of the art equipment, including a digital bite recorder. In fact, where cosmetic dentistry is concerned, you are in the realm of aesthetics, so it only makes sense that the dentist you choose is both an artist and a dentist.”

Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, ensures he stays abreast of all new technical advances in dentistry. This not only simplifies but also improves his patient care in cosmetic dentistry and routine dental procedure.

In the past, a dental implant procedure could take months to complete with multiple planning and impression appointments needed to determine the proper implant placement.  Now with the Galileos Implant technology by Sirona, Los Angeles Implant Dentist Dr. Kourosh Maddahi is able to complete implant procedures on the same day.

With the use of three-dimensional imaging, all the dental implant preparation is done at one time before the patient comes into the office for their procedure.  The procedure begins with only one preparation appointment, in many cases.  During this appointment, the 3-D imaging system is used to give Dr. Maddahi a clear view of the patient’s jaw and joints by taking a 360-degree image of the patient’s mouth and jaw area.  The images allow the doctor to determine the amount of bone available, what the length and quality of the bone is and where the nerves and sinus are located.  These images are available in minutes, as opposed to traditional dental x-rays.  In addition, Dr. Maddahi is able to angle and turn the image as needed to decide the proper fit for the implant.

Once the proper location for the dental implant has been determined with the use of state-of-the-art imaging, a surgical stent is designed on a dental model.  The stent acts as a template and fits over the patient’s teeth and gums to guide Dr. Maddahi has he places the implant.  By using the stent, Dr. Maddahi avoids having to cut open the gum to find out where the implant should be placed.  For the patient, this means less post-operative pain and bleeding, as well as faster recovery times.

Because Dr. Maddahi knows where the implant will be placed prior to the implant procedure, he is able to have the temporary crown completed in advance.  A permanent porcelain crown replaces the temporary crown in approximately six months, once Dr. Maddahi has determined that the implant has completely fused with the jawbone.  The temporary crown gives the patient the ability to eat and speak normally, without the need for a removable dental flipper.  Click here for learn more about the dental implant procedure and hear one patient’s experience.

Patients from Westwood, Brentwood and all over Los Angeles are discovering the convenience of same-day dental implants.  Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

It seems like there is a sale everywhere we turn today, even on dental procedures.  But, just because something is discounted doesn’t mean it is a good value.  Many patients have questions regarding dental implant procedure.  If all procedures are approved by the ADA and FDA, aren’t they the same no matter the cost?  Does dental experience and state-of-the-art technology factor into the overall quality of a dental implant?

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, who specializes in implant dentistry in Beverly Hills, hears questions like these all the time.  He advises his dental implant patients to compare not only the cost of the procedure, but also the types of materials used, the dental team’s experience and the overall results.

Dr. Maddahi spends close to thirty percent of his time revising dental implant procedures that were not done correctly by other dentists.  Because of this, he has come up with the following recommendations to consider before having a dental implant procedure.  Start by researching and choosing the best dental team available.  Select a dental office that has had extensive implant training and uses only the top quality materials and up-to-date technology.  For example, Dr. Maddahi’s office recently added the Galileos Implant technology by Sirona, the state-of-the-art system allows for same-day dental implant procedures.  Also, be sure that you are comfortable and communicate well with the doctor and their team.   Ask to see before and after pictures of their work and to speak with former patients.

Avoid offices that use inferior implant devices or lower quality dental materials.  In some offices, substandard training and inexperience can lead to poorly placed dental implants, which can result in dental infections, discomfort and pain for the patient.

With some simple research and education, your dental implant procedure can be successful giving you the priceless gift of a beautiful smile.   Contact Dr. Maddahi’s office for more information on dental implant procedures or to schedule a complimentary dental evaluation.

With a special occasion around the bend, she looks into the mirror, smiles and then frowns. Her smile is a bit dirty, dingy, with hues of grey and yellow. Unfortunately, that’s not an uncommon scenario these days.

Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, helps many patients achieve a brighter smile in his Beverly Hills cosmetic dental office, using Zoom2! teeth whitening. A whiter, brighter, more attractive smile is accomplished in just one office visit of about an hour.

Most often, we find that people get their teeth whitened when they have a special occasion – job hunting for that extraordinary job – a bright new smile might help close that deal. Or if someone is about to be married – they can have a beautiful smile for those essential wedding pictures!

But there’s no reason to walk around with a dull smile, when you could greet everyone with bright, pearly whites! Dr. Maddahi explains, “Teeth tend to darken to an off-white, yellowish shade as we get older. The Zoom! treatment will lift the stains that have built up over the years and restore them back to their natural color.”

Zoom! tooth whitening is recognized as the fastest and most effective way to whiten teeth. A tooth’s surface is made up of millions of minuscule pores. Over the years, organic compounds from dark sodas, wine, food, tea, coffee or tobacco penetrate these pores resulting in discoloration of the tooth’s enamel.

The Zoom! method employs a hydrogen peroxide based gel, activated with a special laser. This creates a chemical reaction to whiten the teeth, without causing any decay of the tooth’s enamel. The entire procedure is completed in about an hour.

First, Dr. Maddahi covers the gums to protect them from the peroxide, and ensure that the patient won’t ingest the bleaching gel. Then, after the whitening gel is applied to the teeth it is activated by the laser light. This light facilitates the penetration of the gel to break down any discoloration.

“Some of the home whitening products on the market can be messy and inconvenient.” Dr. Maddahi says, “Often people spend a good deal of money and time on products that just do not work as well as they hoped.” With in-office Zoom! tooth whitening, effective whitening is fast and gives instant results, making teeth really shine.

The patient is also provided with an at-home tooth whitening system to be used for occasional touch-ups. This Zoom! Weekender or Nite White gel are only available from a dentist and can to be used to keep the teeth looking their brightest.

Zoom! is the leading in-office tooth whitener used by dentists. With Zoom!, patients have found that their teeth stay noticeably whiter for up to two years. Also, if they continue to take proper care of their teeth, a patient can achieve the longest lasting bright and sparkling smile possible.

A dramatic new white smile is rapidly achieved at the Beverly Hills office of Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, located in Beverly Hills on Roxbury Drive. Call Dr. Maddahi today and schedule a free initial consultation for your dental needs.

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