Since 1991, Dr. Vahik PaulMeserkhani has been helping patients in Southern California restore their smiles and mouths to a state of health, comfort and beauty. He is a prosthodontist. That is, he is a specialist in repairing, restoring and replacing teeth.
In addition to his three years extra training as a prosthodontist, Dr. Meserkhani is also a skilled implant dentist. He has completed an extensive post-graduate education in implantology and has been awarded the status of Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology. This prestigious award is the most important and difficult certification in the field on implant dentistry, and has only been awarded to roughly 400 dentists in the United States.
With this vast experience and knowledge, Dr. Meserkhani has become a sought-after lecturer and trainer of other dentists. Meserkhani lectures on oral implantology, prosthodontics and collaborative dentistry both nationally and around the world.
Over the years Dr. Meserkhani has created a team of dentists to provide you with expert care for any restorative or cosmetic issue you have. He sets the treatment path and manages your treatment from beginning to end. Any specialist treatment you need is provided for you right here in our comfortable office. Multiple treatments can be accomplished at the same time, measurably reducing your time in the chair.
Dr. Meserkhani is a leading dentist in collaborative dentistry, a newer field of dentistry that brings together specialist dentists under the management of one dentist. As a prosthodontist, Dr. Meserkhani has training in overseeing the restoration of teeth and a mouth. He has found that collaborative dentistry obtains better results for his patients.
As well as Dr. Meserkhani, our dental team includes Dr. Arbi Aboolian, a highly skilled general dentist,with additional training in all aspects of dental laboratory technology and Dr.Yarian, medical doctor and our anesthesiologist.
Advancements in technology have made treatment more efficient, less invasive and more comfortable. Our doctors usestate-of-the-art equipment for planning and treatment, including a cone beam dental CT scanner, which takes 3D images, and allows Dr. Meserkhani to plan treatments ahead of time.
We have our own dental lab run by a certified dental technician. We can personally supervise your final restorationyour crowns, veneers, dental bridges or dentures. We can ensure they have a natural quality that complements your looks, and that they are exactly how you want them.
You will always get a warm welcome at our office. Our experienced staff shareDr. Meserkhani s philosophy of providing top-quality service and friendly, personal care. They are highly trained at their respective functions and will do everything they can to make your dental visit a pleasant and successful one.
Our doctors and staff always take the time to listen to what the patient has to say about his or her concerns and goals for their teeth. They answer any questions, and explain the treatment thoroughly ahead of time.
Dr. Vahik PaulMeserkhani began practicing in Southern California in 1991 with an emphasis in Prosthodontics and Implant dentistry. In 2003 he joined Loma Linda University in order to further advance his knowledge in Prosthodontic and Implant Dentistry.
A prosthodontist is a dentist who has taken three additional years of post-graduate education specializing in the restoration of natural teeth and the replacement of missing teeth. Dr. Meserkhani focuses on dental restoration and full-mouth reconstructions, or full smile makeovers. He is world-renowned for his expert smile restorations and has been featured on Fox TV for his work in this field. Dr. Meserkhani has had numerous articles publishedin The Journal of Prosthodontics and The Journal of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Meserkhani has been awarded a Diplomate from the American Board of Oral Implantology, the most important and difficult certification in oral implantology. This certification has been awarded to only 400 dentists in the United States since 1969. In addition, he is a faculty member of Zimmer Institute, of Esthetic Professionals and of Progressive Dentistry.
Our doctors usethe latest and most advanced State-of-the-Art Technology to bring you the best dental treatment available. You can read about some of the equipment we use to care for your teeth and gums below.
Our doctors also use the State-of-the-Art Kavo diode laser for pocket disinfection. This laser effectively kills harmful bacteria that can cause gum disease, and can also be used to treat inflamed or bleeding gums.
Our doctors will often use State-of-the-Art Emdogain growth proteins when treating tissue loss due to gum disease. This advanced regeneration formula promotes both soft tissue and hard tissue regrowth, and has been scientifically proven to help rejuvenate difficult or problematic areas affected by periodontal disease.
Intraoral cameras are small handheld digital cameras that project an enlarged image of the inside of your mouth onto a computer screen. We use intraoral photography as an exam, treatment planning, and educational tool for our patients.
Digital X-rays are high-speed X-rays that use 80% less radiation than film X-rays. They allow our doctors to examine fine details such as early forming cavities. Digital X-rays can be displayed on a monitor so that we can show our patients any problem areas and discuss treatment options.
We use State-of-the-Art digital photography and special software to visualize your cosmetic makeover before beginning any treatment. You and your doctor can use this tool to manipulate the final image, ensuring that your new smile is just what you had in mind.
Ultrasonic scalers use high-frequency vibrations in combination with a water flow to gently and effectively remove deep stains, plaque and tartar. The tiny tip allows for comfortable access to the roots when deeper cleaning is needed. Overall, ultrasonic scalers make cleanings faster and more efficient.
After a deep cleaning, our doctors will often apply Arestin antibiotic therapy to your gum pockets. Arestin is a time-released topical antibiotic that targets gum disease-causing bacteria. This treatment can greatly reduce the chances of gum disease returning or worsening in the future.
Zoom! WhiteSpeed is a scientifically advanced laser teeth-whitening procedure that is applied in our office. Its the perfect affordable, convenient solution for people seeking immediate results. Now with the most advanced Light Emitting Diode (LED) whitening technology, the results are even better than ever.
This ultrasonic generator can be set to use a wavelength that bypasses soft-tissues, such as membranes and blood vessels, and only cuts the hard-tissues of the tooth. Our doctors use the Piezotome for procedures such as bone grafting and sinus lifts, extractions and occasionally during implant procedures. The Piezotome creates very thin, precise incisions that make healing faster, and with little to no postoperative pain.
Radiosurgery uses a tiny wavelength to create delicate incisions without expanding heat to outlying areas. The fine radio wavelengths are more accurate than most lasers and promote fast healing rates. Our doctors use this tool during surgery and to precisely sculpt the gum tissue for many procedures, such as crown lengthening.
If many of your teeth are missing, decayed, or otherwise damaged and chewing is painful or difficult, then full-mouth reconstruction is the answer. Full-mouth reconstruction uses a wide array of dental procedures torestore your entire mouth back to full health and beauty so that it is fully functioning again and you will be happy to show you smile.
This makeover not only creates a healthy, fully functioning smile, it enhances your overall facial appearance. A bright, straight and healthy smile is rejuvenating in itself. When your bite is aligned, and you have a full set of teeththat support your lower face, a full-mouth rehabilitation can also act as a facelift.
Dr. Vahik Paul Meserkhani is a highly skilled and experienced prosthodontista dental specialistin the replacement of missing teeth and the restoration of natural teeth. He lectures internationally on prosthodontics and oral implantology and is a recognized expert in his field.
Dr. Meserkhani has been awarded the status of Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology, the most important and difficult certification available in oral implantology. This certification has been awarded to only 400 dentists in the United States since 1969.
Dr. Meserkhani has created anexperienced team of highly trained specialists who canprovidealmost any treatment you could need as part of your full-mouth reconstruction under one roof.After a thorough examination, Dr. Meserkhani will lay out a detailed treatment plan for you that will restore your mouth to full health. He will guide you through your treatment every step of the way, and he will coordinate you treatment so that you are receiving the best care possible.
Dr. Artin Meserkhan is our resident orthodontist who loves seeing how happy patients are after having their teeth straightened. He is a firm believer in communication and customer service, and uses traditional braces as well as clear Invisalign when providing treatment.
As both a prosthodontist and an oral implantologist, Dr. Meserkhani will employ his unique skills to create harmony in function and aestheticsin yourmouth. His training allows him to see and treat your mouth as a whole, rather than focusing on a single discipline.
Many factors come into play when rehabilitating a mouth to full health, function and beauty. Dr. Meserkhani looks at the overall picture and takes this into account by evaluating each of the following:
Dr. Meserkhani uses our first-class, in-house dental lab to ensure thatall your restorations meet his high standards. He works closely with our skilled lab technicians to achieve the exact color, shape and customization of crowns, bridges, dentures and veneers suited to each individual.
Dr. Meserkhani is easy to talk to and gives great patient care. He is straightforward about the status of your teeth and possible treatment. He is very thorough and doesnt skip any steps. He explains the treatment plan clearly and is very knowledgeable. He makes sure that the patient is happy./span>
All complications come from the fact that the surgeon who places the implant is generally separate from the dentist who places the restoration, says Dr. Meserkhani. The implants are placed without the final plan fully in mind, and the dentist who restores just has to go along with what has been done.
Because of the complications that can arise from separate specialists providing portions of a treatment, Dr. Meserkhani and his team work closely together under the same roof to ensure the success of your full-mouth rehabilitation.
Dental Implants, Implant-Supported Bridges and Implant-Supported Dentures. Implant posts are inserted into the jawbone and attached to crowns, dental bridges or dentures to replace missing teeth. Dental implants are the best solution for a single missing tooth.
Gum Recession Treatment. Overly exposed tooth roots not only flaw the aesthetics of your smile, they are often very sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. This condition can now be corrected with our minimally invasive gum grafting procedures.