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Invisalign® and other clear aligner therapies may be ubiquitous, but make no mistake, they remain a true medical treatment “prescribed” for orthodontic conditions and imbalances whose effects transcend the cosmetic (crowded, crooked, gapped teeth). Misaligned teeth and jaws can affect everything from how you chew your food to how often you experience headaches and facial pain. Led by holistic/biological dentists, Drs. Al A. Fallah and Sergio Juca, Dentistry for San Diego, serves the Carlsbad, California community with extensive neuromuscular dentistry and orthodontics expertise. We are also certified providers of appliances, like the Daytime Nighttime Appliance™ (DNA), Myobrace(R) system, and Invisalign®. … Continue reading “Invisalign® as a primary or secondary treatment in five steps”

Today’s dentists can choose from various materials to build crowns and other restorations. They mainly classify materials into metals and metal-free options, such as ceramics. But even within high-performance dental ceramics, some materials are stronger and generally more appealing than others. Our dentists at Dentistry for San Diego, Drs Al A. Fallah, and Sergio Juca, have carefully selected IPS e.max® for its superior durability and much more. Our team in Carlsbad, California, is pleased to share five ways that e.max® crowns favorably stand apart from even some of the highest-regarded ceramic materials available for patients who demand (and deserve!) only … Continue reading “5 ways e.max® is setting a new standard for ceramic dental crowns”

As a holistic or biological dental practice, the materials that Dentistry for San Diego uses have been carefully selected for their biocompatibility, safety, and durability. So, you can have confidence that any materials placed in your mouth are “compatible” with natural tissues and are designed to support your best health, function, and aesthetics with little to no risk of adverse side effects or reactions. These materials include dental ceramics such as zirconia, which is an alternative to titanium metal popularly used in dental implants. Why zirconia? Zirconia implants are crafted from a high-performance non-metal, zirconium dioxide. Patients from across the … Continue reading “FAQs about zirconia vs. titanium implants … the next best thing to natural teeth!”

Facial aches, tinnitus, chronic migraines, jaw stiffness, and other symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD) are often rooted in bite imbalances or “malocclusion.” Our dentist in Carlsbad, California, Dr. Al A. Fallah, is a Master of the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics. The ICCMO is a leader in the study and advancement of neuromuscular dentistry and TMJD diagnostics and therapies. This approach is based on the idea that contacts made between teeth affect other musculoskeletal systems. The mouth and jaw joints do not exist in isolation from other parts of the body. Likewise, musculoskeletal dysfunction elsewhere can affect occlusion.  Physiologic … Continue reading “A guide to neuromuscular dentistry and bite correction to treat TMJD, sleep-disordered breathing”

It is not unusual for patients to travel two-plus hours out of their way to benefit from the expertise of Dr. Al A. Fallah near San Diego. After all, the drive to our office in Carlsbad, California, is well worth it when they finally get relief from years of chronic pain and other TMJ symptoms. What exactly are TMJ symptoms? TMJ refers to the Temporomandibular Joints on either side of the face. These jaw joints support the movements that are needed to open and close the mouth and to otherwise perform basic functions. Headache, radiating facial pain, and other functional … Continue reading “Putting an end to chronic headaches once and for all with an advanced, tailored range of TMJ therapies”

Other dentists often describe root canal treatment as a way to “save” or preserve a deeply inflamed or infected vital tooth. This therapy is also touted as a way to avoid the extraction or removal of the tooth, as well as restorative care to replace it.  At Dentistry for San Diego, Dr. Al A. Fallah provides holistic alternatives to this procedure. These alternatives align with our fundamental values and principles as a biologically friendly dental practice that promotes the optimal health and safety of our neighbors in Carlsbad as well as patients who travel from across California, the U.S., and even other parts … Continue reading “Biologically Friendly Dental Care for a Healthier Smile and Body”

At Dentistry for San Diego, we not only fill gaps in your smile where teeth used to be, but we also serve Carlsbad, California, and the surrounding area with unique and innovative capabilities and expertise designed to transform and rejuvenate our valued patients’ facial appearance. And we support these transformations with techniques and materials that align with the basic biological and holistic principles that define our practice. Why we use metal-free zirconia dental implants  At other dentists’ offices, implants may be placed in the jawbone that are made from a metal: titanium. While titanium is lightweight and strong, it is not … Continue reading “Zirconia implants for smiles that sparkle, exude health, beauty, confidence, and pride”

We appreciate that patients expect and deserve to get results from cosmetic dentistry procedures that live up to their name and are truly “cosmetic,” restoring or improving the look of the smile. Individuals travel from far and wide to the Dentistry for San Diego office in Carlsbad, California, to benefit from the unique expertise and capabilities of Dr. Al A. Fallah. Dr. Fallah provides a variety of stand-out services to support the most natural-looking result from cosmetic treatment. However, aesthetic benefits and considerations are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the array of advantages associated with partnering with our biologically friendly dental … Continue reading “Beautifying and rebuilding smiles with holistic dentistry”

Dr. Al A. Fallah distinguishes himself from other providers with competency in an array of advanced and holistic dentistry disciplines; however, he takes a particular interest in treating bruxism, sleep-disordered breathing, bite imbalances, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. These conditions can be related to each other; for instance, the stress placed on the jaw joints due to chronic teeth grinding (bruxism) may be associated with TMJD symptoms. These symptoms can be treated non-invasively with oral appliance therapy at Dentistry for San Diego in Carlsbad, California. They include: Jaw soreness Facial pain  Shoulder, neck, and back pain  Chronic migraines or tension headaches Frequent earaches  Tinnitus (ringing … Continue reading “Oral appliance therapy supports comfort, healthy and lasting function, and well-being without surgery”

As a holistic dentistry provider, Dr. Al A. Fallah has left no stone unturned and no detail unconsidered when it comes to the comfort, health, safety, and satisfaction of his patients. From our warm and inviting office in Carlsbad, California, Dr. Fallah and the Dentistry for San Diego team provide patients with the “little luxuries” that make a big difference in your dental experience. These soothing amenities range from noise-canceling headphones to the non-pharmacologic Alpha-Stim® AID system.  However, we also have additional “helpers” in the form of trusted IV sedation. Dr. Fallah is licensed in this relaxing option. Oral surgery and other lengthy or more … Continue reading “Fighting fear, supporting the best dental experience with relaxing and safe IV sedation”