If you live in or near the Century City, California area and have just found out that you need to have a tooth extracted, questions are likely racing through your mind. What does this procedure involve? Does it hurt? What will recovery be like? But no question is more likely to race through your mind […]
Porcelain veneers are an incredibly popular cosmetic dental treatment among patients in the Century City, California area who visit Dr. Meredith Levine, DDS, Inc. If you are looking for natural-looking veneers, there are some questions you should ask before you begin the process. Dr. Levine will be happy to talk to you about the veneer […]
If you have never had a cavity, count yourself lucky because about 90% of Americans aged 20 or older have had at least one cavity. While diligent brushing and flossing of teeth keep cavities away, an occasional cavity may still occur. Thankfully, there is a time-tested treatment for cavities: dental fillings. While cavity fillings can be […]
It is not cast in stone that we must lose our teeth as we age. If you combine routine oral hygiene with professional dental cleanings and examinations, the chances are that you can keep your natural teeth for life. This care isn’t only restricted to the teeth but the surrounding structures too: the gum and […]
Athletes use many different kinds of equipment to protect themselves from injury. Dr. Meredith Levine offers her patients in Century City, California, a great way to keep their smiles in good condition while playing sports. The PlaySafe Sports Mouthguard offers maximum protection against various injuries associated with different types of sports. A good mouthguard will […]
Age, excessive coffee or tea drinking and smoking can take a toll on your teeth, making your smile appear dull and unsightly. Fortunately, you can restore your smile’s luster through professional teeth whitening. If you live in Century City, California, or surrounding areas, we invite you to visit the office of Meredith Levine, DDS, Inc., […]
We can all agree that snoring is annoying. Unfortunately, in some instances, snoring is more than a mere annoyance. If you are a frequent snorer, wake up feeling groggy, and experience frequent morning headaches, you could have sleep apnea — a severe sleeping condition with devastating effects on your overall health. The good news is […]
While teeth are reliable tools designed to last for a lifetime, certain issues can dramatically impact our smile, such as broken or fractured teeth. When this occurs, you must consult with a trusted dentist right away. Thankfully, Dr. Meredith Levine is one such dentist who has years of experience helping patients in the Century City, […]
Stained or chipped teeth may not necessarily be a risk to your oral health, but they can be nonetheless harmful to the appearance of your smile. As we all know, a person’s smile is a big part of how others perceive them and can play a huge role in our overall level of self-esteem. There’s […]
Snoring is a common sleep condition. In fact, about 50% or more adults snore. Snoring is annoying to both the snorer and the bed partner and can easily ruin relationships. However, sometimes, snoring is more than a mere annoyance. For instance, snoring is one of the many serious symptoms you experience when you have sleep […]
A cracked or broken tooth can ruin a beautiful smile almost instantly. Whether you’ve cracked a tooth playing sports, in a slip and fall, or from biting into hard rock candy, your Century City, California dentist can restore its health, appearance, and function with dental crown treatment. At the office of Meredith Levine, DDS, Inc., we specialize […]
Preventing a cavity from forming is more than just about brushing and flossing. The food you eat, the medicines you take, and even your age can all contribute to tooth decay. Even with strictly regimented brushing, flossing, and rinsing, you may still develop a cavity. Even so, there are some amazingly simple steps you can […]