General & Family Dentistry
by Dr. Mehryar Issac Ebrahimi, DDS | Beverly Wilshire Dental Group
Comprehensive Care for Every Member of Your Family
Adults
From your twenties through your senior years, oral health needs continue to evolve. Dr. Ebrahimi provides ongoing preventive care along with restorative treatment as needed, helping adult patients maintain healthy, functional smiles throughout every stage of life.
Children
Establishing a dental home early helps children build comfort with dental visits and develop strong oral hygiene habits from the start. Our practice welcomes young patients and works to make each visit a positive, low-stress experience.
Families
Scheduling care for multiple family members at one practice simplifies your calendar and allows Dr. Ebrahimi to understand your family's dental history and patterns over time, supporting more personalized care for everyone in your household.
Our Services:
Preventive Care Regular checkups and cleanings are the foundation of a healthy smile. Dr. Ebrahimi evaluates your teeth and gums at each visit, catching potential concerns early, when treatment is typically simpler and more conservative.
Fillings For cavities, a tooth-colored composite filling restores the tooth's structure and function while blending naturally with your smile.
Crowns When a tooth is significantly weakened by decay, a large filling, or a fracture, a custom-made crown covers and protects the tooth, restoring its strength and appearance.
Bridges A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a replacement tooth to the adjacent natural teeth, helping restore your bite and prevent neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap.
Cleanings Professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing alone can't fully address, helping prevent cavities and gum disease while keeping your smile feeling fresh.
Periodontal Care Healthy gums are the foundation that supports your teeth. Dr. Ebrahimi monitors gum health at every visit and provides treatment ranging from standard cleanings to more involved periodontal therapy when needed.
Dental Emergencies Toothaches, broken teeth, and other unexpected dental issues require prompt attention. Our practice is equipped to evaluate and treat dental emergencies, helping relieve pain and address the underlying problem as quickly as possible.
Restorative Dentistry Beyond fillings and crowns, our restorative services address a wide range of needs, from repairing damaged teeth to replacing missing ones, always with an eye toward preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
Common Myths About General and Family Dentistry
Myth: "Family dentistry is only appropriate for young children." Family dentistry describes a practice's ability to care for patients of every age, from toddlers to seniors, not a focus limited to pediatric care.
Myth: "Kids don't need to see a dentist until all their permanent teeth come in." Dental visits are generally recommended starting around a child's first birthday, since early visits help monitor development and establish healthy habits well before all permanent teeth arrive.
Myth: "A general dentist can't handle more involved dental issues." General dentists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of concerns, including fillings, crowns, bridges, and periodontal care, referring to a specialist only when a case requires more specialized expertise.
Myth: "You only need to see a dentist when something hurts." Many dental issues, including early cavities and gum disease, develop without pain. Regular checkups are designed to catch problems before they become uncomfortable or more difficult to treat.
Myth: "Emergency dental care always means a trip to the ER." Many dental emergencies, such as a broken tooth, a lost filling, or a toothache, can be evaluated and treated directly by your dentist, often more efficiently than at a hospital emergency room.
Myth: "If you lose a tooth, replacing it with a bridge isn't really necessary." Leaving a gap from a missing tooth unaddressed can lead to shifting of neighboring teeth and changes in your bite over time. A bridge or other replacement option helps maintain the stability of your smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can your practice see my entire family, including young children? Yes. Dr. Ebrahimi provides general and family dental care for patients of all ages, allowing your entire household to be seen at the same practice.
What should I do if I have a dental emergency? Contact our office as soon as possible. We work to see dental emergencies promptly to address pain and prevent further complications.
How often should my family have dental checkups? Most patients, including children, are advised to have a checkup and cleaning every six months, though your dentist may recommend a different interval based on individual needs.
What's the difference between a filling, a crown, and a bridge? A filling restores a small area of decay, a crown covers and protects a significantly weakened tooth, and a bridge replaces one or more missing teeth using the neighboring teeth for support.
At what age should my child have their first dental visit? Many dentists recommend a child's first visit around their first birthday, or within six months of their first tooth erupting.
Do you treat gum disease as well as cavities? Yes. Periodontal care, including monitoring and treatment of gum health, is a core part of our general dentistry services alongside cavity treatment and restorative care.
What if I need a specialist for a specific issue? If a concern falls outside the scope of general dentistry, Dr. Ebrahimi can refer you to an appropriate specialist while continuing to coordinate your overall dental care.
Your Family's Dental Home in Beverly Hills
At Beverly Wilshire Dental Group, Dr. Ebrahimi is committed to providing comprehensive, personalized dental care for patients of every age, from routine prevention to restorative treatment and dental emergencies. If you're looking for a general and family dentist in Beverly Hills, we welcome the opportunity to meet you and your family.
General & Family Dentist in Beverly Hills: Comprehensive Care for Every Stage of Life
Finding a dental practice equipped to care for your entire family, at every age and for nearly every need, simplifies your life and helps build a long-term, trusted relationship around your oral health. Dr. Ebrahimi, DDS of Beverly Wilshire Dental Group proudly serves patients throughout Beverly Hills with comprehensive general and family dental care, from routine cleanings to restorative treatment and dental emergencies.