Flossing is the ugly stepchild of dental hygiene. It is the most neglected oral health habit with only four out of 10 Americans reporting that they floss at least once a day, and 20 percent never floss at all. This terrible statistic needs to change. The problem may be that it is somewhat difficult and bothersome to wind that green... read more »

Although it may seem natural for children to want to suck their thumbs, the truth is that it can seriously alter and damage their oral health and should be discouraged when signs of the bad habit begin to appear. If thumb sucking continues, help assist your child to quit. If your child sucks their thumb, offer up praise whenever they... read more »

Have you ever wondered where you can go when you need a dental specialist? If so, you have come to the right place! Here at Artistic Dentistry in San Clemente, California, we are happy to tell you more about endodontics, which can help save your smile in many ways. Dr. Amir Nikraz and his staff have provided you with this... 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. Gum disease is usually painless, so you may not know that you have it. However, the following are some symptoms of gum... read more »

Like any procedure, knowing the details of the process is vital to success. However, knowing the recovery process is also vital to a healthy and successful recovery. That is why our team here at Artistic Dentistry in San Clemente, California, is happy give you some tips and information to help you along with the recovery process. These tips include: -Rest:... read more »

Grinding your teeth while sleeping is a pretty common occurrence. However, it's very damaging to your teeth and overall oral health. If you do suffer from chronic teeth grinding (the medical term for it is "bruxism) then you can't afford to put off treatment any longer. Let's look at a few reasons why you should visit our team at Artistic... read more »

Do you wish your dental appointments were easier and less scary? If so, laser dentistry is here to save the day! Your dentist, Dr. Amir Nikraz, uses lasers in his office to aid in many dental treatments. In fact, lasers can: -Eliminate tooth decay from the mouth and prepare the surrounding enamel for a dental filling -Destroy bacteria and reshape... read more »

At Artistic Dentistry located in San Clemente, California, Dr. Amir Nikraz offers periodontal treatment for our patients with gum disease. This is important, because if gingivitis (a mild form of gum disease) is left untreated, it can progress into periodontitis. While improved oral hygiene can often restore gum health while in the mild stage, once it advances it is much more... read more »

At Artistic Dentistry, the comprehensive general dental practice of Dr. Amir Nikraz, we are happy to offer dental crowns for our patients in San Clemente, California, and throughout Orange County and South Orange County, California. Our dental crowns are custom designed and sculpted to fit your smile perfectly. In addition to covering a damaged tooth or a dental implant, our dental... read more »

Unless you have health problems, having health teeth is a breeze if you are taking the time to brush and floss every single day. The ADA (American Dental Association) advocates brushing at least twice each day and flossing at least once a day to prevent tooth decay. Your toothbrush effectively removes plaque and food debris from the tops and sides... read more »