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Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Mar. 25, 2026.

You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer Read more
Easing Your Allergies with Latex-Free Dentistry
posted: Mar. 18, 2026.

Imagine this scenario: you go to the dentist to have a cavity filled, and an hour after the procedure you have a runny nose, scratchy throat, and your arms are Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 11, 2026.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 04, 2026.

Capturing the Moment At Parissa Djafari we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details Read more
Fluorosis: What is it?
posted: Feb. 25, 2026.

Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth. Read more
Losing a Baby Tooth
posted: Feb. 18, 2026.

It seems like yesterday. There you were, comforting your baby through sleepless nights, soothing her with a dentist-approved teether, celebrating as that first tiny tooth poked through her gums. And Read more
Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 11, 2026.

Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more
February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 04, 2026.

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
What to do about Dry Mouth
posted: Jan. 28, 2026.

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read more
What’s an intraoral camera?
posted: Jan. 21, 2026.

One of the greatest features our team at Parissa Djafari offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect any problems Read more
Ask Us about These Dental Treatments
posted: Jan. 14, 2026.

There are a few dental treatments that the doctor and our team recommend for all patients to get if they wish to protect their oral health. Sometimes it’s hard for Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 07, 2026.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
Three Classic New Year’s Resolutions for Your Dental Health —and Three Which Might Surprise You!
posted: Dec. 31, 2025.

Whether you’re using the latest note-taking app or old-school pen and paper, it’s a good time to start jotting down your resolutions for a healthier, happier New Year. To help Read more
What exactly is a cavity?
posted: Dec. 24, 2025.

We all know how discouraging can be it to hear you have a dental cavity. Knowing how cavities form can help you prevent them from popping up in your mouth. Read more
Germs living on my toothbrush? Say it ain’t so!
posted: Dec. 17, 2025.

You may have heard talk about the germs that can reside on your toothbrush and thought, “really?” It’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria that can lurk on the bristles of Read more
Oral Health Concerns Specific to Pregnant Women
posted: Dec. 10, 2025.

A lot of changes occur in a woman's body during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations are responsible for many of those changes, including the need for additional attention to the teeth and Read more