Blog - General Dentistry Tarzana, CA

Good oral hygiene is the cheapest and easiest way to take care of your teeth. Yet, most people still struggle maintaining good oral hygiene either because they don't prioritize it, or their technique is incorrect. Knowing these few simple tips from your Tarzana dentist can help you start building better habits today to clean your teeth effectively.     Make Small Goals and...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The time for your routine check-up before your insurance benefits run out! While we know it’s the busiest time of the year, we also want to remind you to use your benefits and maintain the health of your smile before going out of town and indulging in holiday treats.   Here are the top...

Did you know that the best way to keep your teeth white and healthy is to make an appointment to see a dentist in Woodland Hills at least twice a year? Unfortunately, there are many people that don’t prioritize their oral care which eventually results in serious dental problems that impact overall health, social health, and mental health. Let’s dive...

Holidays are the busiest time of the year filled with family parties, travelling, and lots of eating. In fact, it’s interesting to note that on average, the amount of sugar you eat can almost double between Halloween and New Year’s Eve. With all of the unhealthy eating set to take place, let’s review some ways you can continue protecting your...

When it comes to essential dental care, routine exams play a huge role in helping detect any problems and preventing them from getting worse. Likewise, if you are already experiencing discomfort in your mouth, regardless of whether it’s occasional or not, scheduling an appointment should be your top priority. If you have any reservations or fears about visiting a  dentist...

Did you know that if you don’t have dental insurance that you can still get the best preventative and restorative care for yourself at our Tarzana office? Dr. Nargiz Zadeh is a dentist in Tarzana and is committed to providing every patient with the opportunity to receive the dental care that they need, which is why we offer a comprehensive...

Aside from looking for an experienced dentist, another important decision that you may need to make regarding your oral health is the dental plan that you choose. While considering your options, you will likely notice the letters “PPO” and “HMO” come up quite frequently. Let’s look at the unique distinctions between these two options and how they can impact your...

Although no patient ever likes to think about having a tooth taken out, accidents do happen, and teeth sometimes need to be unexpectedly taken out. But don’t worry, whether your tooth became unsavable due to an accident or just neglect, your dentist shouldn’t suggest the horrendous extraction procedure before exhausting all other options with you. Just know that if a...

When we talk about dental restorations, we usually focus on fillings and crowns. Not many people know about the restorations that fall in between—the “inlays” and “onlays”—yet these are also great options for restoring your teeth in a conservative and esthetic way. In this post, we will discuss these individual treatment options in more detail, how they compare to crowns,...

At Nargiz I. Zadeh, DMD, we believe that it's important for you to feel completely comfortable and at ease from the moment that you initially reach out to us. One of the best ways that we can help you do that is by giving you the opportunity to learn more about our dentist, Dr. Nargiz I. Zadeh. In this interview,...

Patients often think that if their teeth are not in pain, then they are healthy. However, untreated tooth decay is a problem affecting roughly a quarter of adults over 20 years old. Moreover, if your teeth have been feeling sensitive, then it’s definitely a good time to get checked for cavities. In this post, I’ll discuss exactly how cavities develop,...

Cavities are among the most common oral healthcare concerns, yet the average patient knows very little about what they actually are and the damage they can do if left untreated. Patients will often come to expect getting bad news about cavities at semi-annual cleaning appointments, but wonder about how quickly they should act to get it filled; or even worse,...

One of the most frequently repeated recommendations when it comes to oral healthcare is to visit your dentist for a cleaning appointment at least twice a year, and more often than not, three or four times a year. For some patients, any medical visit is often seen as a chore, especially for those with dental anxiety and/or busy work schedules. So making the trek...