Dental Fillings in Toluca Lake and North hollywood
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Understanding Dental Fillings: What You Need to Know
Has your dentist mentioned you might need a filling? You’re not alone – dental fillings are one of the most common dental procedures, helping millions of people every year protect their teeth from decay and damage. Whether you’re experiencing tooth sensitivity or have just been told you need a filling during a routine check-up, understanding this simple procedure can help put your mind at ease and protect your long-term dental health.
How Do I Know If I Need a Filling?
You might need a filling if you experience:
- Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks
- Pain when biting down or chewing
- Visible holes or dark spots on your teeth
- A rough feeling when you run your tongue over a tooth
- Food frequently getting stuck in certain teeth
Sometimes, you might need a filling even if you don’t notice any symptoms – that’s why regular dental check-ups are so important for catching issues early.
What Exactly Is a Dental Filling?
Think of a filling like a repair for your tooth. When decay creates a cavity (a hole in your tooth), a filling seals it up and rebuilds the damaged area. Modern fillings are made from tooth-colored materials that blend in so well with your natural teeth that most people won’t even notice them.
Why Getting a Filling Matters Now
Many people wonder if they can wait to get a filling. Here’s why acting promptly is important:
- Prevents Pain: Small cavities often don’t hurt – but they will. Getting a filling early stops decay before it reaches the sensitive inner parts of your tooth.
- Saves Money: A filling is one of the most affordable dental procedures. Waiting until you need a root canal or crown can cost significantly more.
- Saves Time: Getting a filling usually takes less than an hour. More extensive procedures like root canals often require multiple visits.
- Protects Your Natural Tooth: Your natural teeth are irreplaceable. A filling helps preserve your tooth structure and prevent further damage.
What to Expect During Your Filling Appointment
Getting a filling is a straightforward process:
- Getting Comfortable: We’ll make sure you’re completely numb and comfortable before starting.
- Removing Decay: We’ll gently remove any damaged areas of the tooth.
- Placing the Filling: We’ll carefully fill the area with tooth-colored material that matches your natural teeth.
- Shaping and Polishing: We’ll shape the filling to match your bite and polish it so it feels natural.
The entire process usually takes 30-60 minutes, and you can return to your normal activities right after.
Caring for Your New Filling
Your filled tooth can last for many years with proper care:
- Brush twice daily and floss regularly
- Avoid biting down on very hard foods
- Continue regular dental check-ups
- Let us know if you notice any sensitivity or discomfort
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Creating Perfect Smiles Is Our Specialty
At our Toluca Advanced Dentistry, we blend personalized care with the latest dental innovations to create smiles that are not only beautiful but built to last. Let us help you achieve the confidence that comes with a healthy, radiant smile.
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Restore your complete smile with advanced dental implants. These permanent, natural-looking restorations are expertly placed to replace missing teeth and restore both function and aesthetics.
Teeth Bonding
Transform your smile quickly with our advanced bonding treatments. This affordable, natural-looking solution repairs chips, gaps, and discoloration while preserving your natural tooth structure.
Veneers
Get the Hollywood smile you've always wanted with custom porcelain veneers. These premium, stain-resistant shells are precisely designed to enhance your natural teeth while maintaining a lifelike appearance.
Our Satisfied Patients Say It Best!
Dr Shawn and his staff are kind, courteous and very professional. Highly recommended!Maggie L. Glendale CA
I had a fantastic experience at Toluca Advanced Dentistry! From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel welcome and at ease. Dr. Shawn was incredibly thorough during my consultation, taking the time to explain everything clearly and ensuring I felt comfortable with the treatment plan.The hygienist who did my cleaning was amazing—gentle, attentive, and professional.The office is modern and spotless, and the overall atmosphere is calm and inviting. Highly recommend Dr. Shawn and the team to anyone looking for top-notch care!
Excellent experience! The dental office was prompt in confirming my appointment.The staff was extremely courteous.It was my first time at this office.I was completely impressed with Dr. Tina Yazdi . Her professionalism, her expertise and her attention to detail.I highly recommend this business .
Amazing experience. My friend could not stop talking highly of Dr. Shawn and encouraged me to go to him.I have been to my share of dentists over the years but Dr. Shahrad Shahrooz and his staff operate at a much superior league. My first appointment with him started as an amazing experience. His office is very calming; such a friendly environment.After taking X-ray he explained everything to me in detail discussing all of my options. I definitely didn’t feel rushed. He gave me his recommendations and I listened to him which turned out to be a wise choice as I am pain free now and I am able to enjoy food like never before. If you are looking for a new dentist you have found the best one. I will be recommending him to all of my friends.
Beautiful office with very friendly, welcoming, and sweet staff.Dr. Shahrooz was really friendly. He spent time explaining and going over my dental plansIt was a great experience so far
Dr. Dr Shahrad Shawn is excellent. Great staff and beautiful office! They are professional and they take the time to explain everything .Maria
Toluca Advanced Dentistry has provided me with the best dental service. My first good impression was the great customer service given over the phone. The clinic is extremely clean, it is easy to make appointments, you are treated with respect by everybody. If there were more than five stars, I would give them all.
The best dentist! They’re so sweet, thorough, and the hygienists are gentle. I came from a terrible dentist prior and was nervous. They made the dentist an stress-free experience for me again.
As much Iam afraid of dentist I felt very comfortable with Dr. Shawn and his staff I would highly recommend him
I went for consultation. The office is a beautiful cottage setting. Bright, clean, pretty, very zen. The staff & doctors were all super friendly, kind & helpful. The consultation was thorough & professional. Excellent experience. Highly recommend!
Office was clean and staff was super friendly and informative. Rachel did a great job on my cleaning and Dr.Tina was very transparent/communicated potential areas to watch out for . 10/10 recommend, will be coming back!
I've been going to Dr Shawn for a few years now. His work is always quality and has improved my smile.
I really can’t say enough good things about this practice! The doctor is very practical and informative and upfront. There isn’t any hidden agenda and will do everything to get your smile looking perfect! It’s great to see there are still great dentist out there! Thank you!
Great office! The whole staff is incredible, professional, and welcoming. The cleaning was thorough and no pain or discomfort! My last two dentists weren’t nearly as good.
I've needed a new dentist for several years.Suddenly, a filling fell out, and, I was scrambling to find a new dentist.I called around, and Toluca Advanced was the only one available.I'm glad they were. Dr Tina was the dentist I was paired with. One of the best dental experiences I've ever had. She knew what was wrong and how to fix it. I agreed to the treatment, and it was quick and painless. She fixed it, and I was on my way. I needed a crown on that tooth, she prepped it for the crown, put a temporary on and 5 days later the permanent crown was cemented in.I came back the following week for a teeth cleaning, and had no problems since.I woul recommend them any timeI have to say, the whole staff is exemplary. Great people.Thank you Toluca Advanced.
Went in for my first checkup today after having a fear of dentists for quite some time. Dr. Shawn and his team were nothing but welcoming and kind from the moment I walked in the door. Even after admitting my anxiousness and past dental history, I did not feel judged nor did I get treated any differently. I can not wait to go back for my next appointment and look forward to working with this amazing team, to get my smile back in good health.
Had a wonderful first time experience at Toluca Advanced Dentistry! The staff were all incredibly warm and helpful. I’ve had a hard time finding a Dentist that cares, I’m very happy I found this place!
Very good dentist -- excellent service and excellent staff!!! I love delta dental because they allowed me to find this NJhighly recommend this dentist dental office and this dentist
This place is great! I've been looking for a new dentist that I like for a while now since moving, and I have found it finally!
The hygienist was very good. She gave me information to better care for my teeth. Dr. Shawn showed pictures of my teeth and explained how the Invisalign system would correct alignment. The staff is always polite and professional.
Friendly staff, friendly dentist. Very honest and trustworthy, I never once questioned their advice and recommendations. The appointments are always on time.
clear explanation of what needed to be done--and costs Nearly painless and service.
All work was performed promptly and without discomfort. I am having extensive work coming up. A thorough plan has been presented. Anxiety has been eliminated. Cleaning was a chore for the technician. She persevered with wonderful results.
The Dr and his staff are friendly, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend them.
Dr. Shawns expertise and calm nature helped take away any anxiety about the dental procedures I needed. The office has a great vibe and the staff is friendly and supportive. Highly recommend visiting Dr. Shawn if you are looking for a trustworthy, highly skilled Dentist.
i’m 70 yrs old and have been blissed to of had many excellent dentists over the years.. and i can say without reservation that Dr. Shahrooz has the most thoughtful and gentle hands that i’ve ever encountered; this is not to say that my other dentists were not careful and skilled.. it’s just that he is extraordinarily so.. you know he’s in your mouth doing something but you feel very little.. on top of that he is a perfectionist.. within the past year he has replaced two 55-60 year old fillings with crowns; he takes the time and makes itty bitty micro adjustments until it’s perfect! .. additionally the office is super clean, with the latest high tech dental equipment, that amazes an old geezer like myself that remembers the old belt driven tools and wet photo chemical x-rays that shook the building when the button was pushed and took time to develop .. and .. Maria who takes care of scheduling and billing is a joy; she checks with the insurance company before you arrive and shows you a breakdown of the charges and what portion is your responsibility so there are no surprises and there is very little if any waiting.. it’s a top drawer operation and i feel fortunate to have him as my dentist...
Had an amazing visit and I felt super comfortable getting my front teeth worked on! The work looks good and done in one visit.
This dentistry is tuck away in a very cute setting with lots of foliage when you walk through to the office. The inside of the office is very inviting and super clean. When you first walk in your greeted by Maria. She is so professional and has a very lovely disposition. She definitely one of the stars in this dentistry’s business. The doctor, assistants, and all tech as very nice and extremely professional as well. Of course no one truly likes the dentist, but everyone here makes the experience so much better! I definitely would recommend to anyone.
I hadn’t seen a dentist for a year due to changing my job and was in dire need of some dental work. To make matters worse, I had a chipped front tooth for about a month. I noticed how lack of access to a dentist slowly started affecting my confidence and changing my personality. I started hiding my mouth and smiling less. I’m return, people smiled at me less and less. It surprised me how big of an impact this had on my overall happiness.Once my insurance kicked in again, I started googling dentists near me. I saw Doctor Shawn had many good reviews. When I spoke to his staff, they were incredibly friendly in helping me navigate my new insurance company. Everyone was very kind, especially Brianna.Then it was finally time for my appointment. I arrived to find that it was the cutest little converted house style dental office. It was exactly what I was hoping it would be based on google images.Everyone was knowledgeable and friendly. Doctor Shawn stayed after hours to make sure my smile was perfect for my work photoshoot. I deeply appreciated this. He worked quickly, was gentle, and made my smile more beautiful than it was before I chipped my tooth.I can’t thank him enough for giving me back my smile and helping me regain my confidence. I already referred three people to him. There’s an art to dentistry and Doctor Shawn has mastered it.
I am very pleased with Dr. Shahrooz. I just saw him yesterday and am rating him a five star!!!! He is knowledgeable, professional and personable with a good sense of humor. He does great work.
Dr. Shahrooz is an excellent dentist, in my experience. He is gentle and caring in his work and exceptionally conscientious in observing dental situations in the making. In addition, he has surrounded himself in his practice with coworkers who are equally competent as well as a pleasure to be with for his patients.
Dr. Shawn is friendly, fast and does great work. His staff gets you in and out on time . Just a good experience (as far as visiting the dentist goes).
My most recent visit was for a deep cleaning. Everything went great. My mouth was a little sore that evening and next day. That was the only discomfort I experienced. Thank you.
I had the best experience yesterday at Toluca Advanced Dentistry. The entire staff was so kind! The office literally looked like a fairytale cottage. It was so clean, peaceful, and welcoming. Everything the hygienist and Dr. did was so well communicated. Very excited to have found them! Thanks Dr. Shawn and staff!
I had an outstanding experience at Dr. Shawn Shahrooz's dental practice. After a distressing encounter at another clinic, I was fortunate to find Dr. Shawn's office nearby.Dr. Shawn and his team were a breath of fresh air. They not only accommodated me promptly but also displayed a genuine concern for my well-being. Dr. Shawn took the time to discuss the treatment plan thoroughly and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. His professionalism and expertise were evident, and it was clear that he prioritized my health over anything else.Dr. Shawn's practice not only met my expectations but exceeded them. The empathy and care extended by his team were exactly what I needed during a challenging time. They turned what could have been a nightmare scenario into a reassuring and exceptional experience. 👍🏻
So relieved to have finally found a great dentist! After having been scammed by so many dentists in the past, it was such a relief to be walked through and clearly shown why each procedure was needed. The office is gorgeous and really clean. And the STAFF!! From the front receptionist to the dental hygenist to Dr. Shahrad himself, everyone was fabulous, so nice, and I can't wait to go back! Who ever says that about the dentist?? 😉
If you don't have a dentist you love, look no further. My father was a doctor and my mom was a nurse, so I have been spoiled when it comes to health care and I am very picky.I was in need of help quickly and didn't have a dentist. I was a little panicked. I was offered a free consultation the very next day and they resolved my painful tooth the day after that. They even offered to do it right then and there, same day! What service! This office is kind, professional, and caring. From the staff to Dr. Shawn himself I give the office infinity stars.They put me at ease. From the moment I walked into the calm, clean, and beautifully done reception area, I felt safe. They actually took the time to go at my anxieties pace and made sure I was comfortable during the procedure. They listened to MY needs! I never felt like a number or invisible nor rushed, they actually took the time and cared.The office itself is very well done with all the staff in scrubs. It looks brand new and has a calm elegance about it. All of their implements were 100% professional, up to date or new, and clean clean clean. By clean I mean spotless! Such a nice space and parking too! Yes, I fell in LOVE with this office, their work, and their commitment to me, the patient.Believe me when I tell you...I have found my dentist! I will be going back again and again for all of my dental needs. If you don't have a dentist you LOVE, look no further. You just hit the jackpot!!!
I been going to Dr. Shawn for the past 3 years and been super happy with the quality of work, Professionality of staff and himself, most advanced technology and equipment and last but not least, how you are treated like royalty!One thing I realized by reading the below reviews, there are some bad/one star reviews that don't belong to Dr. Shawn and they are for the previous Dr. Who owned the business or this business would have 5 stars as it deserves. I would honestly give them 6 if I could!I highly recommend Dr. Shawn to anyone for any dental needs, he is truly an amazing dentist.
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