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Dr. Caroline Ossaian Torosian, D.M.D

Dentist | General Practice

 Dr.Caroline Ossaian DMD is an East and West Coast board-certified general and cosmetic dentist with 24 years of dental experience. Dr.Caroline is a graduate of Rutgers University and a Member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Fernando Dental Society, and the New Jersey Dental Association. Dr.Caroline speaks English, Armenian and Farsi.
Doctor Caroline as an East and West Coast Board Certified dentist is practicing at Your Dental Spa in Van Nuys, CA. Dr. Caroline specializes in a broad spectrum of dental procedures.
 
28 years Experience
Dr. Caroline Ossaian Torosian, D.M.D
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • Rutgers School of Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

Gums receding after veneers

Hello, I read your question. no matter how good the veneer, you might have periodontal / gum issue. Over time as we age we get gingival recession, it sounds like you are getting READ MORE
Hello, I read your question. no matter how good the veneer, you might have periodontal / gum issue. Over time as we age we get gingival recession, it sounds like you are getting gingival recession and some staining if it is not cavity, I recommend regular deep cleanings and if it gets worse, maybe gingival graft by a periodontist. if its not a cavity. Also when you have veneers or crowns, your at home oral hygiene is extremely important. hopefully I answered your question !

What type of denture is the most durable?

hello, I honestly think overdentures are the best option. dentures on implants. if the implants are done right.

Toothache when flying and having a cold

Hello , sounds like a sinus issue. our roots of the maxillary/top molars sits almost on the floor of our maxillary sinus. it is a rectangular hollow space on top of our upper molars. READ MORE
Hello , sounds like a sinus issue. our roots of the maxillary/top molars sits almost on the floor of our maxillary sinus. it is a rectangular hollow space on top of our upper molars. so when you have sinus issues, you feel also that your upper teeth are hurting. so if there is no cavities or any other issues going on with your teeth, you should be treated for sinus issues with head and neck DR.

What are the negative effects of partial dentures?

Hello!, partial dentures over time, causes pressure on the teeth where there are clasps. But, still not a bad option.

Can a deep cleaning save a tooth?

hello, deep cleaning is always good for you,since we as dentists if done right, use anesthetic and remove hardened plaque which is called calculus, therefore removing bacteria READ MORE
hello, deep cleaning is always good for you,since we as dentists if done right, use anesthetic and remove hardened plaque which is called calculus, therefore removing bacteria and inflammation that might contribute to bone loss and periodontal/ gum disease. Thank you

worried

sorry for the late answer, hello ,I am DR. Caroline. sounds like an oral surgeon has to drain your infection, thn remove the cause which are the teeth. some hospitals have oral READ MORE
sorry for the late answer, hello ,I am DR. Caroline. sounds like an oral surgeon has to drain your infection, thn remove the cause which are the teeth. some hospitals have oral surgeons who drain the infection if there is an slight opening on the buttom of your chin. Thank you.