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Invisalign, the clear alternative to braces that patients love in Manhattan Beach CA, explained

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Invisalign Clear Braces in Manhattan Beach CA area

You don’t have to wait two years or longer to fix the crooked or crowded teeth that make you feel less than confident about the look of your smile. As a convenient, comfortable, and cosmetic alternative to “metal mouth,” Invisalign clear “braces” in Manhattan Beach CA at Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions straighten patients’ teeth, on average, in around 12 months – roughly half the time of traditional fixed orthodontic appliances. Throughout the process, you can see the improvement in the position of your teeth and the appearance of your smile. Since the appliances that do the straightening are made from … Continue reading

Manhattan Beach, CA dental care can help you prevent gum disease and stay healthy

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Prevent Gum Disease and Stay Healthy Manhattan Beach CA area

Are you concerned about heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and generally poor health? If so, you’re probably eating better, exercising more, taking advice from your general physician, and wondering what else you can do to stay healthy. One possible answer that might surprise you: see your Manhattan Beach, CA dentist. Taking steps to maintain good oral health and prevent gum disease are not only good for your mouth, but also good for your entire body. What is the oral systemic connection? You’ve probably heard of the oral systemic connection and wondered exactly what it is. This team suggests that the mouth … Continue reading

Manhattan Beach dentist explains why IV sedation is a good option for tooth extractions

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Why IV Sedation Is a Good Option for Extractions in Manhattan Beach area

No matter how well you take care of your teeth at home, sometimes tooth extractions are necessary – whether it is due to traumatic injury, overcrowded wisdom teeth, or other issues. The number one question patients ask when they are facing a tooth extraction is, “Will it hurt?” With any dental surgery, there will be some discomfort afterwards, but at  Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions, we strive to make the procedure as comfortable and pain-free as possible while you are in the dental chair. That’s why IV sedation is a good option for extractions for many of our patients. How IV … Continue reading

Save your tooth with a root canal in Manhattan Beach, CA

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Save Your Tooth With Root Canal Manhattan Beach CA area

When a tooth has suffered severe decay, trauma, or infection, your dentist may recommend a root canal to save the tooth. At Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions, our dental team is very familiar with the groans that the phrase “root canal” can elicit, but in reality, the procedure is comfortable and can relieve tremendous pain so you can get back to your normal life. Root canals explained At our Manhattan Beach, CA dental practice, patients often ask us if a root canal is necessary and if getting the tooth extracted is a better option. We completely understand why our patients are … Continue reading

How to get relief from TMJ disorder at your Manhattan Beach dentist

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
How to Get Relief From TMJ Disorder in Manhattan Beach CA area

As many as 15 percent of adults have temporomandibular joint disorder (also called TMJ or TMD), an uncomfortable condition that occurs when the joints that attach your jaw to your skull become out of line or don’t function optimally. If you are wondering how to get relief from TMJ disorder, you will find expert care and several effective treatment options at Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions in Manhattan Beach, CA. TMJ disorder explained While your jaw may seem like it has simple biomechanics – opening and closing – it is actually reliant upon one of the most complex joints in the … Continue reading

Get the perfect smile with professional teeth whitening in Manhattan Beach, CA

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Perfect Smile With Teeth Whitening in Manhattan Beach area

If you look at your smile in the mirror and it seems like your teeth look dull, then professional tooth whitening could be just what you need! Tooth whitening is one of the quickest, easiest, and most economical ways to refresh your smile. A sparkling smile can make you look younger, healthier, and more confident, and at Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions, we offer patients in the Manhattan Beach, CA area different options for getting the perfect smile with teeth whitening. Tooth whitening options At Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions, we know that one size never fits all, so we offer different … Continue reading

How to prevent gum disease and keep your teeth healthy in Manhattan Beach, CA

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
How to Prevent Gum Disease and Keep Your Teeth Healthy in Manhattan Beach, CA area

When most people think of a dentist, the first thing that comes to mind is keeping their teeth clean and healthy. But did you know that your gums are just as important for not only your oral health but also your overall health and well-being? At Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions in Manhattan Beach, CA, our team of professionals is here to help you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile and answer your questions at every step of the way. Below, we discuss some tips on how to prevent gum disease and keep your teeth healthy so you can be proud of … Continue reading

Stop living with pain and get effective treatment for TMJ disorder in Manhattan Beach, CA

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Man hand on cheek face as suffering from facial pain, toothache

Temporomandibular disorder, also known as TMJ disorder or TMD, is a painful condition that affects the joint that opens and closes your jaw. It has a variety of symptoms that can vary from patient to patient, frequently making it difficult for patients to obtain the correct diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Don Mungcal in Manhattan Beach, CA is experienced in recognizing the signs of TMJ disorder and can diagnose and provide treatment for the condition so you can stop the pain and discomfort and regain your quality of life. Causes of TMJ/TMD TMJ/TMD is a relatively common disorder that is estimated … Continue reading

Advanced treatment for periodontal disease in Manhattan Beach, CA

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Lady is suffering from Gum disease

Periodontal disease has likely been around as long as humans have walked the earth. Yet, utilizing modern scientific advances, treatment for this serious condition is more effective than ever before. The team at Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions brings this breakthrough to patients in the Manhattan Beach, CA area. Understanding gum disease Bacteria are single-celled organisms, commonly believed to be the first life form on our planet. They are too small to be seen with the naked eye, but were first identified under magnification in the late 1600s. Bacteria are found throughout our environment – air, water, and soil – and … Continue reading

Veneers for your teeth are a smart investment

Posted By Dr. Don Mungcal
Dr. Don Mungcal, lead dentist at Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions, has more than 25 years of clinical experience and regularly invests blocks of time in specialized training in leading-edge techniques.

Some famous stars in show business have undergone one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures…revitalizing their smiles with porcelain veneers. Tom Cruise hit Hollywood with a huge chip in his front tooth. Celine Dion was a little long in the canines when her career took off. Today, both flash stunning, symmetrical smiles thanks to veneers. “But I don’t have Tom’s bank account,” you wail through the gap in your front teeth. “Can I really get veneers?” The question is, can you take a chance to not consider veneers for your teeth from your Manhattan Beach, California, dentist? What exactly … Continue reading





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