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) 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) 
Straighter Smiles and Better Confidence with Invisalign and Westside Dental Associates
February 28, 2012
If you’re an adult with a misaligned smile, the thought of straightening your teeth with traditional braces may make you nervous. You’ve worked hard to cultivate a professional image. The last thing you want to do is spend the next few years tied to brackets and wires.
Thankfully, Westside Dental Associates has a cosmetic dentistry solution that can help.
With FDA-approved Invisalign clear braces, it’s possible to straighten your smile discreetly, without jeopardizing your professional appearance, because Invisalign is an “invisible” cosmetic solution for straightening your smile.
Here’s how Invisalign works: During your first appointment with us, Dr. Latner will use 3D computer imaging to create a treatment plan for you....(Read More) Dr. Latner and Westside Dental Associates Are Transforming Smiles with Porcelain Veneers
February 21, 2012
Your smile is often the first thing anyone will notice about you. But if your smile is stained, chipped, misaligned, or oddly spaced, you may feel nervous about letting your smile shine.
That’s why Dr. Latner, an L.A.-based cosmetic dentist with years of experience, offers a great cosmetic solution that can help—porcelain veneers.
Porcelain veneers are a thin, handmade cosmetic option for restoring smiles. What’s more, they’re durable, natural-looking, and also stain-resistant, ensuring that your new smile will always be as dazzling as it is on day one.
During your first visit with us at Westside Dental Associates, Dr. Latner will custom design your veneers to complement your appearance, addressing a...(Read More) 
Reenergize Your Smile with a Smile Makeover from Westside Dental Associates
February 14, 2012
You want to look and feel your best, but you’re nervous about showing the world your smile. At Westside Dental Associates, we understand these fears and can help.
Dr. Latner is a cosmetic dentist and one of the few accredited members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. And to help patients have the brightest, most dazzling smiles possible, our Los Angeles dental office features four great cosmetic procedures: porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, Invisalign clear braces, and cosmetic bonding. With any of these services combined, you can finally have the smile makeover you’ve always dreamed of.
Our Cosmetic Dentistry Services
Patients who wish they had a brighter smile...(Read More) 
Dazzle Your Friends and Family with a Whiter Smile from Westside Dental Associates
February 10, 2012
When you feel confident about your teeth, you feel more confident about sharing your smile with others. But if you have stained teeth, smiling may be the last thing on your mind.
Teeth stains have a variety of causes. Chief among them are tobacco smoking, aging, and drinks like coffee, tea, soda, or red wine. Certain medications like tetracycline can even contribute to the formation of stains.
You don’t have to live with teeth stains, though. General, restorative, and cosmetic dentist Dr. Latner provides teeth whitening services for patients in Los Angeles and surrounding areas through Zoom! Whitening.
With Zoom! Whitening, patients can enjoy a smile that’s as much...(Read More) 
No Braces Necessary
August 9, 2011
Many children growing up get braces to straighten and realign their teeth. If you missed out on straight teeth when you were a child, you’re not likely to want braces now, because the appearance of a “metal mouth” isn’t a plus for adults. However, in Los Angeles, Westside Dental Associates provides a way to get the same results you’d get from braces without anyone even realizing you’re wearing them. For people living in Los Angeles, Invisalign is a very popular solution for adults to obtain the smile they’ve always wanted.
What is treatable with Invisalign?
Anyone who has spaces between the teeth or crowded teeth are prime candidates. Invisalign can space your smile...(Read More) Save Money: Floss!
June 19, 2011
Do you understand the importance of flossing? Judging by the patients who come into my office, I’d estimate that about 90% of you aren’t flossing. I’m guessing that’s because you really don’t understand why you need to. After all, you can whiten your teeth, either here in our Los Angeles dental office, or take home whitening kits. You brush, at least at night, right? So why not just add a round of flossing and save your teeth (not to mention save money–see below).
Here are the reasons why you should be flossing:
- Flossing makes your breath sweeter!
- Flossing gets the food out of your teeth: duh!
- Flossing prevents cavities: the floss gets in the...(Read More)
Welcome to Dr. Latner’s Blog!
March 23, 2011
Consider this blog your news resource for information about oral health, dental procedures and technology, and what’s happening at your dentist’s office. We believe communication is key to building great doctor-patient relationships, and this dental blog is intended to keep us in touch with you. The best part is, you can simply bookmark this page in your browser, then visit whenever you like! Stay tuned for regular posts that will keep you informed.
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