What is the purpose and function of a root canal? A root canal is a dental treatment often designed to save a tooth from extraction or failure. Root canals are needed when the pulp of a tooth becomes damaged and must be removed to avoid causing any further damage to your mouth or the tooth itself. Not all teeth are... read more »

What are dental bonding treatments used for? Typically, dental bonding treatments are necessary for damaged teeth. Although not all teeth can be repaired with dental bonding, there are a wide array of uses that they can serve. Dental bonding is useful for many types of oral ailments ranging from oral accidents to discolorations and stains. Dental bonding works by using... read more »

Gum disease attacks the gums and tissues that surround and support the teeth. This infection is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky bacteria that form on the teeth. You may not know that you have gum disease, as it is usually painless. Despite this, there are some warning signs of... read more »

If you have sensitive teeth, you probably understand how painful and unpleasant it can be. Sadly, some people may have to deal with sensitive teeth throughout their life, but others may be able to avoid their sensitivity. Still, do you know what you can do about sensitive teeth or about what could be causing the problem? You see, your teeth... read more »

Cavities are often the unfortunate result of poor oral hygiene. Your twice-annual dental checkup at our dental office includes an examination to detect any signs of tooth decay before it can spread. If you put off attending a checkup, it will invite any existing cavity to exacerbate. For a cavity that has grown too large to be repaired by a... read more »

The mouth is a complex part of the body with a lot of interactions going on inside of it that we can’t see. There are many things happening in your mouth that you are unaware of that might become a problem. A root canal is one of those things that could go wrong if an infection occurs in the root... read more »

If you have a missing tooth, you are probably concerned about how it might look, especially if it is in the front, as you smile. You may be quick to get the tooth repaired. However, having a missing back tooth should not be ignored. Depending on which tooth is missing, you may lose a significant percentage of chewing ability. In... read more »

Fillings are intended to repair a chip or cavity for many years. If one falls out, the exposed tooth enamel could suffer a fracture or come to harbor a new area of tooth decay. This makes timely treatment critical to prevent further complications. In many cases, the loss of the filling compromises so much tooth enamel that a dental crown... read more »

You may be contemplating getting dental implants in Granada Hills, California, and the surrounding areas and wonder what you will need to do to make sure your investment lasts. If you have already had implants placed, you may be obtaining the necessary follow up your dentist has recommended. It is of the utmost importance that you avoid thinking that now... read more »

Dr. John Bosak, Jr. and our dental team care about you, your smile, and your oral health, which is why we strongly encourage you to take good care of your gums. However, that could be a tricky task if you’re not sure how to do so. So, our John Bosak, Jr., DMD team would like to help you by encouraging... read more »