Welcome to Daniel Tebbi DMD Cosmetic Dentistry And Orthodontics
the website of Biocompatible Dentistry and Family & Orthodontic Dentistry
Alternative, Mercury Free, Holistic Dentist,
Member of American Dental Association, California Dental Association, IAOMT, AADSM, IAO and USDI
Striving to provide the best dental experience possible, Dr. Tebbi is committed to treating each patient with the highest standard of care. Dr. Tebbi is known for his ability to make you feel comfortable and at ease as he helps you make important decisions about your oral health. He believes that education combined with professional, informed treatment is the key to a lifetime of good dental health and physical well-being.
Dr. Tebbi has practiced general, cosmetic, biocompatible dentistry and Orthodontics at his Encino office since 1991.
Dr. Tebbi completed his Comprehensive Post Graduate in Orthodontic at United States Dental Institute of orthodontics. He has also completed thousands of hours of continuing education to keep current on developments in his field including Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry, Endodontics, Periodontal Therapy and Orthodontics.
Dr. Tebbi is also a provider of Clear Correct"Clear Aligner Therapy" Invisalign, Powerprox Six Month Braces and Six Month Smiles Cosmetic Braces. Dr. Tebbi is equipped with superior artistic and technical skills, as well as the knowledge and understanding to perform a wide array of General Dentistry, Sleep Disorder Treatments and Biocompatible procedures,Orthodontics, leading to excellence in his dental care.
Dr. Tebbi's clinical interest and emphasis is Sleep Disorder Treatment, biocompatible dentistry and General and cosmetic Dentistry and Orthodontics.
Dr. Tebbi is a member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, a network of dental, medical, and research professionals striving to increase awareness of the importance of employing biological techniques based on the latest research and cutting edge technology in Biocompatible dentistry. He is also a member of American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM). Dr. Tebbi is enlists his 20 years of professional experience and advanced training to provide optimal treatment for his patients.
Memberships: Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine "AADSM" & International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology "IAOMT" & United States Dental Institute "USDI"(Orthodontics) & American Academy of Cosmetic Orthodontics "AACO" & International Association for Orthodontics (IAO)
*Accredited Members - Accreditation by the IAOMT indicates that a member has been trained and tested in the basics of biocompatible dentistry, including current methods for safe removal of dental amalgam.
* The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine is the only non-profit national professional society dedicated exclusively to the practice of dental sleep medicine. The AADSM promotes the use of oral appliance therapy for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing.
* The United States Dental Institute (USDI) is the oldest, most diversified, broadest based, instructor-rich orthodontics program in the industry. With over thirty years of experience.
* INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR ORTHODONTICS (IAO) is the oldest and largest of the national and international non-specialty orthodontic groups. The association has a wide variety of programs in orthodontics training, education, professional support, clinical experience and literature.
Helping patients achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy SMILE for a lifetime.
We would like to welcome you to our office. We take great satisfaction in helping you maintain optimal oral health. Our practice is devoted to comprehensive and preventive patient care in a Mercury-Free, Mercury-Safe, Flouride-Free environment.
Throughout our website, you will find an abundance of information about our practice, procedures we provide, and dentistry in general. Please explore and learn as much about dentistry and our services as you desire. We believe our patients should have as much information as possible in order to make important, informed decisions regarding their oral health and treatment options.
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Our patients are our most important asset, and we strive to develop long-lasting, trusting relationships with all of our patients.
Mercury Free Fillings
We recognize the impact of toxic materials and they can affect the general health. We are concerned about the integrity and health of the oral cavity and we strive to find materials that are systemically compatible and safe for the environment. In our practice we do not use any mercury/silver fillings also known as amalgam fillings. Most people and even dentists don't realize that these fillings are composed of 50% mercury. It is also important to note that mercury is the most toxic nonradioactive substance on earth. And since 50% of the amalgam composition is mercury we do not feel this restoration is warranted as a dental filling. Published research shows that mercury is more toxic than lead, cadmium or arsenic. The World Health Organization has concluded that dental fillings contribute more mercury in the body than all other sources combined. We feel that no amount of mercury exposure is safe or harmless. So in our practice we use safe protocols to remove these fillings. These are protocols that are specified and recommended by the international Academy of Oral medicine and toxicology (IAOMT).
These include:
- The use of a "rubber dam" when removing amalgam. The rubber dam is a rubber sheet that covers the teeth and reduces the amount of particulates that go down the throat.
- The use of large amounts of water when removing the filling. This helps to contain the mercury vapor and fine particulate matter by cooling down the filling.
- The use of a "super" suction unit to contain the mercury vapor and particulate.
- The mercury/amalgam filling is removed in large sections and this helps to minimize the mercury particles generated.
What other countries are doing:
Japan regulates use of amalgam fillings.
Sweden and Denmark have already banned the use of mercury in dental amalgam fillings, citing health and environmental concerns
Amalgam use is illegal in Norway.
Germany and Austria have some restrictions of dental amalgam use. It is permitted for the general population but it is not permitted for pregnant women or people with kidney problems.
Encino Orthodontics
Traditional Braces & Clear Braces
Did you know that not only do straight teeth look and function better, but that they actually stay healthier longer? Less plaque—the sticky, colorless film that causes tooth decay—collects around teeth that are properly aligned, and straight teeth are easier to brush and floss effectively. Furthermore, overbites (when the upper teeth protrude) make teeth more vulnerable to breakage during sports or other activities. By correcting these problems, orthodontics can help achieve a smile that is both healthy and attractive.
Straight teeth…at any age
Children commonly receive orthodontic treatment between the ages of 8 and 14. However, it’s never too late to get a straight, healthy smile. New advances have made orthodontic treatment faster and more convenient than ever before.
There are two main types of orthodontic appliances: fixed and removable. Fixed appliances are bonded to the teeth. Choices range from traditional metal brackets and wires to discreet clear or tooth-colored braces. Removable appliances are those that the patient can take out of the mouth, such as Invisalign.
Length of treatment
Orthodontic treatment can typically achieve a straight smile in one to three years. Treatment is followed by the use of a retainer, a removable appliance that helps hold teeth in their new position.
Care for your teeth
Good oral hygiene is especially important when you are wearing braces. We will instruct you for how to care for your teeth while you’re wearing braces. As always, regular dental check-ups and cleanings are recommended to keep your teeth healthy.
Early Treatment
It's best to see children by age 7 to advise if orthodontic treatment is required and it is the best time for that patient to be treated. The first permanent molars and incisors have usually come in by that time and crossbites, crowding, and other problems can be evaluated.
When orthodontic treatment is begun early, it can guide the growth of the jaw and guide incoming permanent teeth. Early treatment can also regulate the width of the upper and lower dental arches, gain space for permanent teeth, avoid the need for permanent tooth extractions, reduce likelihood of impacted permanent teeth, correct thumb-sucking, and eliminate abnormal swallowing or speech problems. In other words, early treatment can simplify the treatment process.
Adult Treatment
Orthodontic treatment can be successful to improving your overall health and the aesthetics of your smile at any age.
When considering orthodontic treatment as an adult, the idea of having braces makes some people shy away from taking care of dental health and aesthetic issues. The fact is that one of every five patients in orthodontic treatment is over age 21, and the numbers of adult patients is growing exponentially.
With more and more adults turning to orthodontic care to improve their smiles, orthodontic professionals are recognizing more and more that the aesthetic benefits to orthodontics are not limited to the smile.
Common Problems
Deepbite, Spacing, Openbite, Excessive Gingival Display, Crossbite, Pseudo Class III
Common Problems, Class II, Class III, Crowding, Deepbite, Spacing, Openbite, Excessive Gingival Display and Crowding.
Invisalign For Adults and Teens
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a new system of straightening teeth without the use of conventional braces. A series of clear plastic aligners are utilized to create tooth movement. Moving teeth with removable aligners is not new. However, the computer program, which can generate a series of aligners with small changes is the new part. Invisalign is recommended for orthodontic situations with mild to moderate spacing or crowding. They are virtually undetectable, easy to use and comfortable to wear.
With the Invisalign technique, Dr. Tebbi uses a series of almost invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to move your teeth. The series of aligners are custom made for each patient according to Dr. Tebbi's specifications. He programs each aligner to move your teeth a little closer to the desired result...a great smile!
What are the advantages?
The aligners are almost impossible to detect while you are wearing them, so self-confidence remains high during the treatment. This is important to teens as well as professional men and women. Speech is not affected while wearing aligners. They are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want, when you want during treatment. Since they are removable, it is easy to clean your teeth and maintain excellent oral hygiene. They are also very comfortable and easy to get used to. Since Dr. Tebbi completes your orthodontic treatment on the computer prior to making your aligners, you can view your own virtual treatment and final result at the start of your own treatment.
How does it work?
You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move — little by little, week by week — until they have straightened to the final position Dr. Tebbi has prescribed. You'll visit Dr. Tebbi about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.
Is Invisalign only for adults?
Invisalign was originally available only to adults. However, advances in technology allows us to treat teenagers with Invisalign. This new technology is called Invisalign Teen. It is amazing to see how eager the teens are when offered treatment without braces.
Invisalign is a new system of straightening teeth without the use of conventional braces. A series of clear plastic aligners are utilized to create tooth movement. Moving teeth with removable aligners is not new. However, the computer program, which can generate a series of aligners with small changes is the new part. Invisalign is recommended for orthodontic situations with mild to moderate spacing or crowding. They are virtually undetectable, easy to use and comfortable to wear.
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