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Quality Dental Implants in Covina & West Covina Have you been hiding your smile because of missing teeth? At the practice of St. Mary Dental – Saeda Basta, DDS, MS, we offer dental implants to restore the integrity of your bite and the beauty of your smile. Our prosthodontist offers custom dental implants that look and feel natural so you can show off your smile. We are passionate about helping you smile confidently, and we are proud to restore the smiles of the residents of Covina, West Covina, and the surrounding areas. You can trust that...

Cosmetic Dentistry in Covina - St. Mary Dental – Saeda Basta, DDS, MSIn the past decade there has been a dramatic interest in cosmetic dentistry.  We realize that having a healthy, bright, beautiful smile enhances our appearance and allows us to smile with confidence.  Through improved techniques and modern technology, we are now able to offer more options for restoring a tooth back to its normal shape, appearance and function. Should your teeth ever require a restorative treatment, you can rest assure knowing we will always discuss...

Preventative Dentistry A preventive program requires cooperative effort by the patient with Dr. Basta.  Dr. Basta and her team can preserve the natural dentition and supporting structures by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions; however, caring for your teeth at home with proper brushing and flossing will achieve greater successful preventative results. Preventing dental disease starts at home with good oral hygiene and a balanced diet.  It is continued in our dental office by the efforts of Dr....

Prosthodontics in Covina, CA Prosthodontics is the specialized field of dentistry concerned with diagnosing, planning and executing restorative and cosmetic treatments.  Dentists who choose to specialize in prosthodontics must complete three or four more years of dedicated training following dental school. A prosthodontist is in essence an architect, who formulates a comprehensive treatment plan and informs the patient as to what is possible.  Missing or defective teeth can be extremely detrimental to self-esteem and self-confidence.  Using...

Additional Surgical Procedures  A key to implant success is the quantity and quality of the bone where the implant is to be placed. If you've lost bone in that area due to reasons such as periodontal disease or tooth loss, you may be left without enough bone to place implants. Additional surgical procedures like Sinus augmentation or lateral ridge modification will increase the width and the depth of the bone in the surgical site to prepare the site for the future implant placement. 

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Is a prosthodontist different from a "cosmetic dentist"?

Yes.  The American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties, and the ADA does not include "cosmetic dentistry" as a specialty.  Prosthodontists receive extensive training and experience in dental esthetics and cosmetics during their graduate program which currently lasts three years. ... ...Read More

A prosthodontist is best viewed as the "architect" of your dental project.  He or She has the vision of your final outcome, both the esthetics of your smile and the improved function of your bite.  A prosthodontist will formulate your treatment with the final outcome in mind.  Often other dental... ...Read More

Prosthodontists are the experts in dental rehabilitation and have mastered many procedures including: crowns, caps, bridges, veneers, removable partial dentures, dentures and dental implants. In addition to restoring dental implants with restorations, many prosthodontists are trained to surgically... ...Read More

With many state-of-the-art dental treatments and prevention options available in dentistry today, there are fewer reasons for having to extract (remove) teeth.  When something does go wrong with a tooth, we try to do everything possible to restore the tooth to its original function.  Removing a... ...Read More

Bad breath (halitosis) can be an unpleasant and embarrassing condition.  Many of us may not realize that we have bad breath, but everyone has it from time to time, especially in the morning. There are various reasons one may have bad breath, but in healthy people, the major reason is due to... ...Read More

Brushing and flossing help control the plaque and bacteria that cause dental disease. Plaque is a film of food debris, bacteria, and saliva that sticks to the teeth and gums.  The bacteria in plaque convert certain food particles into acids that cause tooth decay.  Also, if plaque is not removed,... ...Read More

Over the years there has been some concern as to the safety of amalgam (silver) fillings.  An amalgam is a blend of copper, silver, tin and zinc, bound by elemental mercury.  Dentists have used this blended metal to fill teeth for more than 100 years.  The controversy is due to claims that the... ...Read More

You should have your teeth checked and cleaned at least twice a year, though your dentist or dental hygienist may recommend more frequent visits. Regular dental exams and cleaning visits are essential in preventing dental problems and maintaining the health of your teeth and gums.  At these visits,... ...Read More

Four out of five people have periodontal disease and don’t know it!  Most people are not aware of it because the disease is usually painless in the early stages.  Unlike tooth decay, which often causes discomfort, it is possible to have periodontal disease without noticeable symptoms.  Having... ...Read More

Brushing our teeth removes food particles, plaque, and bacteria from all tooth surfaces, except in between the teeth.  Unfortunately, our toothbrush can’t reach these areas that are highly susceptible to decay and periodontal (gum) disease. Daily flossing is the best way to clean between the teeth... ...Read More

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