Category: Articles

Facial bone loss and premature aging

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Dr. Khazian

PSYCHOLOGIC, ESTHETIC AND FUNCTIONAL CONSEQUENCES OF TOOTH LOSS
A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT BY JAMES J. KHAZIAN DMD. AFAAID
FACIAL BONE LOSS AND PREMATURE AGING
CAN LOSING TEETH MAKE YOU LOOK OLDER?
Hi, my name is Dr. James J. Khazian. I am excited and happy to … Continue reading →

Japanese scientists grow teeth from single cells

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Dr. Khazian

Washington (Reuters). Japanese researchers have announced recently they had grown normal looking teeth from single cells in lab dishes, and transplanted them into mice.They used primitive cells, not quite as early as stem cells, and injected them into a framework … Continue reading →

Dental implants in adolescents

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Dr. Khazian

The World Health Organization defines an adolescent as being between the ages of 10 and 19. The jaw bone undergoes dynamic growth activity during these years. Placing dental implant in such an environment can lead to unpredictable results. A major … Continue reading →

Postoperative instructions following dental implants

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Dr. Khazian

Placement of dental implants usually does not create a great deal of pain. However, carefully reading and following these instructions will ensure smooth and easy healing. Please read the following instructions before surgery. If you have any questions or concerns, … Continue reading →

Dental implant treatment considerations for patients taking Bisphosphonates

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Dr. Khazian

Bisphosphonates (both oral and intravenous) are used to manage osteoporosis as well as certain types of cancers. These compounds are potent inhibitors of osteoclastic-mediated bone resorption. Therefore, physiologic bone resorption and remodeling are severely compromised in patients receiving bisphosphonate therapy. … Continue reading →