Glendora Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Lee, DDS is a member of the Glendora Chamber of Commerce

I feel honored to practice dentistry in such a special and established community. In recognition and support of the establishment of my dental practice in the community, the Chamber held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on November 30, 2010 at my office. The city officials of Glendora, the board members and ambassadors of the Glendora Chamber of Commerce, and legislative representatives attended this special occasion. We served coffee and delicious snacks. The city officials and representatives, dental staff and I had a wonderful time mingling and networking with one another.

Anna Lee, DDS

Management of Bad Breath

In order to manage Halitosis there are several options:

-Oral hygiene-brush your teeth, tongue and gums after meals-floss daily, use mouthwash and visit your dentist for an exam and teeth cleaning regulary

-Dental problems-restore tooth decay, restore faulty dental work, eg. ill-fitting dentures, and consult with the periodontist for gum disease.

-Dry mouth-drink plenty of water. Chewing sugarless gum can help with the production of saliva and reduce bad breath.

-Avoid strong and spicy foods. This is because the odor from these foods is expelled from our lungs after the foods are absorbed into the bloodstream.

Lifestyle changes and choices are also contributing factors for bad breath, especially with teens. Tobacco use, eating disorders and braces are some examples of these changes and choices.

-Don't use tobacco products
-Eat a healthy and nutritious diet
-Visit the dentist for regular check ups
-Floss at least once a day
-Brush your teeth and tongue twice a day

It is essential for teenagers to learn the benefits of good oral hygiene early in life. Good oral hygiene is often the key to preventing and eliminating bad breath, along with many other dental problems. 

Anna Lee, DDS

Do you have bad breath?

Halitosis (Bad Breath)

What is halitosis? It is a term used to describe breath that has an unpleasant odor or bad breath. Having bad breath can be embarrassing; it is estimated to the third most frequent reason people seek dental care, following tooth decay and periodontal disease. There are some medical conditions that may cause bad breath.

Causes of bad breath:

The most common location for mouth-related halitosis is the tongue. Tongue bacteria account for 80-90% of all cases of mouth-related bad breath. Other causes include:

-Poor dental hygiene-infrequent or improper brushing and flossing

-Infections and oral lesions in the mouth, tooth decay, periodontal disease, areas in between the teeth where food gets caught

-External sources-garlic, onions, coffee, cigarette smoking

-Xerostomia/Dry mouth-salivary gland problems, medications, mouth breathing

-Faulty dental work, unclean dentures

-Respiratory tract infections-throat, sinus or lung infections

-Medical problems-diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, lung disease, sinus disease, and reflux disease

If you notice that you have bad breath, don't be embarrassed but seek help. It is recommended to consult with the dentist or medical doctor to find out if bad breath may be caused by dental or medical problems. Bad breath caused by dental problems can be prevented easily with proper home and professional care.

Anna Lee, D.D.S.

What are your dental benefits

In January there is a renewal of a very important benefit to you-the annual dollar amount maximum provided by your dental benefit plan. You may not know this and now it is March.

In January, we all hit the ground and running and therefore we want to ensure that our patients do not miss their very important dental appointments and take full advantage of their dental benefits. Dental benefits can contribute significantly to the cost of dental treatment, helping you to look and feel your best. So, if you have not scheduled your regular dental checkup and cleaning

Call Anna Lee, DDS today 626-335-5114. Let us help you feel your best.

Do I need a removable bridge?

 A removable bridge (removable partial denture) is a removable dental prosthesis that replaces missing teeth. It has replacement teeth that are attached to gum-colored plastic bases connected by metal framework. Some metal clasps are needed to attach to the natural teeth for retention.

                     implants

 Advantages:

-Easier to repair

-Less expensive

 

 Disadvantages:

-Less stable

-Can break or be lost

-Uncomfortable

-Removable, may cause embarrassment to take out at night for cleaning

What you need to know about a bridge implant

A bridge (fixed bridge/fixed partial denture) is a dental prosthesis that fills the space where one or more teeth are missing. A bridge has three parts, a pontic (artificial tooth replaces the missing tooth), and a crown on either side. The crowns fit over the prepared teeth next to the gap (missing tooth). The pontic fills the space left by the missing tooth. The bridge is commonly cemented or bonded to the prepared teeth, and the bridge cannot be taken out of the mouth. Different types of dental material can be used to fabricate a bridge; they are gold, porcelain fused to metal, and all-porcelain.

Advantages:

-Look, feel and function like natural teeth

-No need to remove from mouth for cleaning

  

Disadvantages:

-Cost

-Reduction of tooth structure

What's the Connection?

Anna Lee, DDS

Dental Implants-Do I need those?

If you are missing one or more teeth, you may be self-conscious about your appearance and dental health. When teeth are missing, it is difficult to chew, speak, and smile. Don't worry though, you have options. Missing tooth or teeth can affect your appearance and dental health. Loss of tooth or teeth may cause the mouth to sink and the face to look older. Also, nearby teeth may drift into the empty space (missing teeth) and affect the bite and place stress on the teeth.



Dental implants feel and look very close to a natural tooth. It is a metal post surgically placed beneath the gum which fuses to the bone in the jaw and acts like the root of a tooth. Then, the dentist makes a custom artificial tooth (dental crown) and fits it onto the post portion of the implant. Many patients choose dental implants as a replacement option. However, implants are not an option for everyone. It is important that the patient be in good health and have healthy gums. There are the single tooth implants and implant supported bridge and denture. These dental implants can be used to support single unit crown restoration, bridge and complete denture.

Advantages:

-An implant is most similar to a natural tooth

-Adjacent teeth do not have to be involved

-Implants may decrease or help prevent shrinkage of the jaw bone from tooth loss

Disadvantages:

-Implants are not intended for everyone

-Implant placement takes longer and requires more dental visits 

-Cost

Explore all your options and find out how Dr. Anna Lee can help you best replace missing tooth or teeth. Dr. Lee can answer your questions and help you decide which option will work best for you. Call our office at 626-335-5114 for a consultation.

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