
Pantea Tavakoli-Khazraee D.D.S.
Ernesto I. Torres M.A.G.D.

General Dentistry
General dentistry focuses on the health of teeth, gums, and mouth. It includes services like check-ups, cleanings, fillings and more. General dentists are key in providing preventive care and maintaining oral health for patients.
Intraoral Photography & Dental X-rays

Dental X-rays help identify hidden dental issues not visible to the naked eye. Intraoral photography is an alternative that uses a digital camera to capture clear images of your teeth, showcasing problems like fractures and discoloration. Both methods are vital for ensuring optimal dental.
Comprehensive Oral Evaluation

Experience a thorough examination that provides a complete overview of your dental health. Dr. Khazraee & Dr. Torres will assess your current conditions and develop a personalized plan to help you achieve optimal dental wellness. Your journey to a beautiful smile starts here!
Routine Cleanings

Professional teeth cleaning is vital, as plaque and tartar can still accumulate despite regular brushing. Routine visits will help you maintain your oral health and identify issues before they become problems. Prioritize your dental health with regular cleanings for a brighter smile.
Fillings

If you’ve been told you need a dental filling, you’re far from alone—about 92% of Americans have had at least one cavity. Dental fillings are a reliable and effective way to treat cavities. Today, composite (white) fillings combine durability with a natural, tooth-colored appearance. White composite fillings are an excellent choice, as they are strong, blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, and require less removal of healthy tooth structure compared to traditional silver amalgam fillings.
Gum Disease Treatment

Red, swollen gums are a common warning sign of gum disease, a condition that affects more than 80% of adults. The good news is that gum disease is highly treatable, often with comfortable, pain-free options. Early-stage gum disease (gingivitis) is typically managed with a professional dental cleaning along with consistent brushing and flossing at home. More advanced periodontal disease may require scaling and root planing to remove plaque and tartar from below the gum line.
Crowns

Porcelain dental crowns are an excellent choice for those seeking a natural look for their smiles. These crowns blend seamlessly with your existing teeth, making them virtually undetectable. Porcelain crowns are metal-free and provide both beauty and durability. With proper care, they can last for years, giving you a stunning and lasting smile.
Bridges

Dental bridges have been used for centuries to replace missing teeth. Today, dental bridges are still considered one of the most durable, conservative and cost-effective options for bridging the gap between a missing tooth and surrounding teeth. Comprised of two anchoring teeth and a replacement tooth, dental bridges help prevent surrounding teeth from drifting out of position, improve chewing and speaking, and help keep your natural face shape in tact.
Dentures

Dentures provide a fantastic option for replacing missing teeth, enhancing both oral health and a youthful look. Nowadays, patients have access to a range of comfortable, natural-looking choices made from gum-colored plastic resin or acrylic bases paired with resin or porcelain teeth. For individuals missing several or all of their teeth in the upper or lower, full dentures may be the most suitable option, while partial dentures work well for those gaps from scattered missing teeth. The process usually requires several dental visits to ensure optimal fit.
TMJ Treatment

If you've been living with persistent jaw pain, ear pain and headaches, you could have TMJ – temporomandibular jaw disorder. TMJ can often be traced back to an improper bite, misaligned jaw joints, or an injury to the jaw or face. TMJ treatment from a dentist can relieve the discomfort. Although TMJ treatment varies from patient to patient, it typically involves one or several procedures, including the use of an orthotic splint, enamel reshaping, dental crowns, dental braces or night guards. The goal of TMJ treatment is to stabilize your bite so that your teeth, jaw muscles and jaw joints work properly together without strain – and without pain!
Root Canals

Root canals get a bad rap. But don't believe the rumors; the dreaded root canal isn't dreadful at all! Root canals are needed when either decay or an injury affects the inner tooth (the pulp). In the earliest stages of infection, you may not feel any pain at all. But when it progresses, you could have a toothache and swelling, or a dental abscess might form. Root canals remove the infection and prevent it from spreading.
Pediatric Dentistry

Catering to the dental needs of kids requires a special touch. Dentists are trained to treat the oral health needs of children, from infancy through their teenage years. This involves in-depth knowledge about children's behavior, as well as their growth and development. We make kids feel comfortable and relaxed.
Conscious Sedation

Ever wish you could sail through dental visits without anxiety or fear? Would you rather endure an agonizing toothache than go to the dentist? Answering “yes” to these questions could mean that you're a perfect candidate for sedation dentistry. With sedation dentistry, you can forget about fear and focus on pure relaxation.
There are different levels of sedation to accommodate every patient. Minimal sedation involves inhaling nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”). Nitrous oxide helps you relax and wears off quickly. Conscious sedation is a moderate level of sedation that causes drowsiness and is taken in pill form.