What to Look For in a Dentist & Why Saving Your Teeth Matters | Drs. Casey, Terence & Kayla Lau, Dentists
with Dr. Casey Lau, Dr. Terence Lau & Dr. Kayla Lau, Dentists · Mid-Valley Dental Care, Northridge
How do you know you've picked the right dentist? Joe Brown talks with three dentists from Mid-Valley Dental Care in Northridge, California: Dr. Casey Lau, Dr. Terence Lau and Dr. Kayla Lau. They cover: - What to look for in a dentist: trust, and a dentist who explains what they see - Why three dentists in one practice means three second opinions in one place - What happens at a new-patient visit - What working as a hygienist taught Dr. Kayla Lau - The early signs of gum problems most people ignore (they usually don't hurt) - Why losing a back tooth puts your front teeth at risk - What dentists notice when they see patients over the years - Protecting athletes' teeth with a sports guard - Everyday habits, like grinding, that wear teeth down This episode is for general information and isn't a substitute for advice from your own dentist. If you have pain, swelling or a dental concern, talk to a qualified provider. In an emergency, call 911.
- 0:00Three second opinions in one place
- 0:06What this episode covers
- 0:28Welcome & meet Drs. Casey, Terence & Kayla Lau
- 1:30Three Dr. Laus in one practice
- 2:12What to look for in a dentist
- 4:43What happens at a new-patient visit
- 6:44What hygiene taught Dr. Kayla Lau
- 7:48Early signs of gum problems
- 9:25Why replacing a lost tooth matters
- 11:43Seeing patients over the years
- 14:20Protecting athletes' teeth
- 15:24Everyday habits that wear teeth down
- 16:48One thing to remember
- 17:48Where to find Mid-Valley Dental Care
For general information, not a substitute for advice from your own doctor.
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Shorts0:21Three dentists, three second opinions
Looking for a dentist? Dr. Terence Lau, a dentist, explains how having three dentists in one practice means three second opinions in one place, and how they collaborate. General information, not medical advice.
Shorts0:29The gum problem most people ignore
Gum problems usually don't hurt. Dr. Terence Lau, a dentist, explains the signs to watch for, like gums that are puffy or bleeding, and bad breath. General information, not medical advice.
Shorts0:35Why losing a back tooth puts your front teeth at risk
Lost a back tooth? Dr. Kayla Lau, a dentist, explains that back teeth are built to take the force of chewing, while front teeth have a single root, so a missing back tooth can put extra load on the front. General information, not medical advice.
Shorts0:33What your kids' teeth can inherit
A lot of your dentition is partly genetic. Dr. Casey Lau, a dentist, explains how habits like grinding can show up as similar wear patterns in parents and their kids. General information, not medical advice.
Shorts0:20What every athlete should know about their teeth
Athletes and sports parents: Dr. Kayla Lau, a dentist, explains why a sports guard is worth wearing, especially for contact sports, as a simple preventive step. General information, not medical advice.
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