Beverly Hills Dentistry

We all know someone who is allergic to cats, penicillin or even grass.  But, did you realize that you could also be allergic to materials used in your fillings or crowns.  At the office of Los Angeles cosmetic dentist Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, state-of-the-art testing allows him to identify the best and safest biocompatible materials for each of his patients.

For some, certain dental materials can lead to physical issues such as headaches, breathing problems, episodes of dizziness and even serious debilitating illnesses.  One dental material that has been found to be harmful is dental amalgam, once a common dental filling material used for more than a hundred years.  Dental amalgam is made from a mixture of metal and mercury, a highly toxic metal.  Over the past several years, the use of mercury has declined because of research showing its negative effects on people’s health.

By using a serum blood specimen, Dr. Maddahi is able to have a comprehensive test done to identify the best dental compounds to use for his patients.  With more than more than 9,000 available dental materials, this comprehensive test identifies the most biocompatible materials for the individual and to which materials they are most sensitive.  Once Dr. Maddahi receives this lengthy report, he can begin developing his patient’s dental restoration plan for their fillings, crowns, fillings or implants.  Dr. Maddahi chooses a material for its biocompatibility as well its strength and durability as it relates to the patient’s needed dental restoration.

For more than 22 years, Dr. Maddahi has dedicated himself to creating, natural, beautiful and healthy smiles for his patients by combining cutting-edge technology and research with his high aesthetic standards.  Contact his office in Beverly Hills for a complimentary dental consultation.