In our last post, we talked about how tooth-colored fillings can help us restore smile affected by decay. In this post, we’re going to introduce you to a unique tool Dr. Les Latner is using every day to catch decay before it becomes a serious problem. It’s called DIAGNOdent.
How Does DIAGNOdent Work?
Using a laser, DIAGNOdent examines the surfaces of teeth for signs of decay, matching what it finds against a health baseline reading. When it finds something that differs from that initial healthy reading, a sound is emitted, indicating that decay may be present.
As a benefit for you, finding decay early means shallower, simpler fillings that let you...(Read More) Dr. Latner Detects Cavities Early with DIAGNOdent
June 20, 2012
In our last post, we talked about how tooth-colored fillings can help us restore smile affected by decay. In this post, we’re going to introduce you to a unique tool Dr. Les Latner is using every day to catch decay before it becomes a serious problem. It’s called DIAGNOdent.
How Does DIAGNOdent Work?
Using a laser, DIAGNOdent examines the surfaces of teeth for signs of decay, matching what it finds against a health baseline reading. When it finds something that differs from that initial healthy reading, a sound is emitted, indicating that decay may be present.
As a benefit for you, finding decay early means shallower, simpler fillings that let you...(Read More) 
Stop Decay and Restore Your Smile with Tooth-Colored Fillings from Westside Dental Associates
June 13, 2012
Most patients have trouble with tooth decay at some point. That’s why fillings are a standard part of any dental office. But even with so many offices offering fillings, not every office offers tooth-colored fillings.
Tooth-colored fillings are a cosmetic alternative to traditional amalgam fillings. Instead of using a combination of metals, including mercury, to repair teeth and stop decay, tooth-colored fillings use strong composite resins to restore smiles.
What does that mean for you?
It means a healthier smile that also looks completely natural. That’s because composite resins can be custom-shaded to match the color of your smile. As a result, no one but you and Dr. Latner will ever...(Read More) 
Creating New Smiles with the Give Back a Smile Program
June 6, 2012
As a dedicated Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, Dr. Les Latner takes great pride in creating beautiful smiles for his patients. But as important as every smile is, some are more precious than others. That’s why Dr. Latner is proud to participate in the Give Back a Smile program from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Restoring Vulnerable Smiles, Free of Charge
If you’ve never heard of it before, the Give Back a Smile program is dedicated to helping survivors of domestic abuse reclaim their lives and their smiles with free cosmetic dentistry treatment. Because a beautiful, functional smile is important for more than just self-confidence, Dr. Latner is happy to provide treatment...(Read More) 
Reclaim Your Smile with Implant-Supported Dentures
May 17, 2012
If you’ve had trouble adjusting to your dentures, you’re not alone. For many, traditional dentures are uncomfortable and make speaking difficult. And while they may restore your appearance for awhile, they ultimately can’t prevent you from losing more bone mass in your jaw over time.
That’s why, if you live in the Los Angeles area, you should consider implant-supported dentures from Westside Dental Associates. With implant-supported dentures, you can reclaim your quality of life and your winning smile!
What Makes Implant-Supported Dentures Different?
Whereas traditional dentures rely on suction or adhesives, implant-support dentures are anchored by dental implants. That means they come in two parts. What your friends and family will see are your...(Read More) 
Cosmetic Dentistry in Los Angeles
May 10, 2012
More than anything, when you’re out and about, you want to project an aura of confidence and success. But sometimes, how your teeth look can keep you from achieving that level of self-confidence. Don’t you wish there was a way you could transform your smile and take your self-esteem to new heights?
There is!
Thanks to our range of popular and effective cosmetic dentistry services, our Los Angeles patients can finally have the dazzling smile they deserve. Dr. Latner’s cosmetic dentistry services include:
- Invisalign
- Teeth whitening
- Porcelain veneers
- Cosmetic bonding
- Comprehensive smile makeovers
Achieve a New Level of Calm with Sedation Dentistry from Westside Dental Associates
May 3, 2012
Have you ever put off important dental care because of fear, anxiety, stress or physical discomfort? At Westside Dental Associates, we don’t want anything to stand between you and a healthy smile.
If anxiety or pain is standing in your way, Dr. Latner would like you to know we can help. Safe and effective oral conscious sedation makes it possible for patients to feel relaxed and at peace while receiving the care their smile needs.
What Is Oral Conscious Sedation?
Oral conscious sedation uses a combination of nitrous oxide and a mild oral sedative. With these combined, patients who have felt restless or anxious in the past can achieve a level...(Read More) 
Dr. Latner Creates Dazzling Smiles with Zoom! Whitening
April 9, 2012
If you’ve ever dreamed of a whiter smile, you may have tried to make your dream a reality with over-the-counter whitening products. Over-the-counter whitening products rarely produce the kind of stunning results you’re looking for, though. That’s why, at Dr. Latner’s Los Angeles office, we offer Zoom! Whitening. With Zoom! patients can get a dazzling, confident look that brightens their smile by close to 10 shades.
What’s more, patients have two convenient options to choose from—in-office teeth whitening and take-home teeth whitening.
The advantage of in-office whitening is that it lets patients get their teeth at their brightest in just one hour. This is especially good news if you’ve got a special event...(Read More) 
Meeting the General Dentistry Needs of Patients from Los Angeles
April 2, 2012
We applaud anyone with regular brushing and flossing routine. But not even the best at-home regiment can get a smile as clean as it needs to be. It takes a trained eye and special tools, like the kind Dr. Latner and our team at Westside Dental Associates use, to really get a smile at its cleanest.
That’s why we recommend that patients see us every six months. While you’re in our office, Dr. Latner will check your smile signs of gum disease and tooth decay, in addition to signs of teeth grinding, TMJ dysfunction, and even oral cancer. Letting us keep a close eye on these things helps you give you the...(Read More) Dr. Latner Restores Functionality and Appearance with Dental Implants
March 26, 2012
When you lose a tooth due to accident, injury, or tooth decay, you may feel self-conscious about your smile. Traditional options like crowns, bridges, and dentures can help you restore your smile’s appearance. What they can’t replace is your missing root.
That’s why, at Dr. Latner’s Los Angeles office, we offer dental implants as one of our restorative dentistry options.
Why is replacing a missing root so important?
Because your tooth roots stimulate the growth of new bone tissue, keeping your jaw strong. Without your root, your jaw can begin to atrophy and further tooth loss can occur. Dental implants prevent this by replacing your missing root with...(Read More) Pediatric Dentistry for Young Patients in Los Angeles
March 19, 2012
If you have a young son or daughter and live in Los Angeles, one of the key questions on your mind might be, “When should I start bringing my child in for regular checkups?” The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that all children see a dentist around their first birthday, or by the time they have their first tooth.
Your child’s visit with Dr. Latner will consist of a simple exam and cleaning. What Dr. Latner wants to make sure of, more than anything, is that your child’s smile is developing as it should. We’ll also use your child’s first visit to begin teaching him or her about the basics of...(Read More) 