Dr. Ruiz & Associates, Inc Blog

If you look at the red-carpet pictures of any awards show, such as the Grammys, the Oscars, or the Golden Globes, you’ll notice one thing.

They all have really nice teeth! 

The not-so-hidden secret of Hollywood is that a large number of celebrities have veneers. That includes people with big, beautiful smiles like Miley Cyrus, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Tom Cruise.

A lot of the people you might have thought were born with a red-carpet ready smile actually had smile makeovers.

Dealing with a toothache can be a real physical and financial pain. Root canal treatment is often necessary to relieve a tooth, but it gets an (unearned) reputation for being uncomfortable. However, if you need a root canal, you shouldn’t delay! The tooth won’t heal on its own. If you’re wondering about the potential costs involved, you may feel overwhelmed at all the options and factors you need to consider.

Not to worry! Continue reading for help sorting through the factors and options that will make your root canal treatment accessible.

Have you been looking around for a new dental insurance plan for the upcoming new year? With all the various options available, it can be difficult to figure out which benefits and conditions would match well with your needs. Before deciding on a specific plan, here are several tips to consider when purchasing dental insurance.

Does your dentist use CEREC technology to make dental crowns? If so, you can enjoy the convenience of having a dental restoration designed, created, and placed on your tooth in a single day. But how long can you expect the results to last? Here’s what you need to know about the typical lifespan of a CEREC crown – and what you can do to extend it.

If you look in the mirror and find your smile to be lacking in the brightness department, your first instinct may be to go grab a whitening kit. While these treatments are highly effective, you should really have a dental exam first to check for cavities and decay.

While the chemicals will still remove the staining, there can be unintended consequences for your smile. Continue reading to learn more about the unpleasant side-effects of whitening teeth while you have cavities.

If you’re eager to improve the shade of your smile, then teeth whitening might be the solution for you. With this treatment, you’ll be free to show off a proud and beautiful grin for several months to a couple of years! There are various options for upgrading the color of your pearly whites, including affordable store-bought products. But do over-the-counter teeth whitening treatments actually work? Here’s what you should expect from these solutions and how they compare to your cosmetic dentist’s options.

Like many, you may enjoy a DIY approach to self-care. Improving your life on your own can feel more fulfilling than involving professionals. Still, it’s not wise to pursue do-it-yourself teeth whitening. That method of brightening a smile is risky for teeth. Therefore, you’re better off seeing a dental practice for a whiter grin. In fact, your local Studio City dentist has evidence for this claim. Here’s a primer on the dangers of DIY teeth whitening and why the professional option is better.

Some people who wear braces feel like they’re being held captive by their own orthodontic treatment, unable to do all the things they want while their teeth are being realigned. In contrast, Invisalign clear aligners offer a lot more flexibility. Below are just 4 examples of how Invisalign lets you enjoy greater freedom while you’re on your way to achieving a straighter, more attractive smile.

Between the bold fashion choices, lavish vacations, and mega-mansions, it can often feel like celebrities live in a completely different world. Upon closer look, however, you might be surprised just how normal they can be. In addition to shopping for groceries, walking their dog, and binge-watching the latest Netflix obsession, they also want to straighten their teeth without the metal brackets and wires. Don’t believe us? Keep reading to learn six celebrities that used Invisalign to achieve their picture-perfect smiles!

First introduced to the market in 1989, BOTOX injections have now taken the world by storm. This popular treatment has been used to make millions of faces more youthful by erasing facial wrinkles and lines. However, did you know that it can also help ease the discomfort of various medical issues, including TMJ? Read on to learn from your dentist in Studio City four common medical conditions that BOTOX injections can treat.