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Fire in the office

On May 31st, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

On May 9th 2011, the West Covina dental office of Dr. Jeffrey L. Cohen had an unexpected visit from the local fire department. Smoke was coming down from the ceiling vents. Once it was determined that the source was self limiting and not a danger, the firemen started sharing old dentist jokes. As they continued..

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For Better or Worse – Patients on multiple medications

On May 31st, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

25 – year West Covina / Covina cosmetic and sedation dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Cohen has made great strides in dental care for patients in the San Gabriel Valley. Many years ago, Dr. Cohen recognized the local population was aging, and they seemed to be taking more prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, medicines purchased in other countries,..

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So do I really need dentures?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

As we grow older, our bodies are naturally going to go through the process of aging as well. This includes our mouth, gums and teeth. We may begin to lose a tooth here and there–a very common question that we hear is “Do I really need dentures?” Watch this short video for the answer to..

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Accepting New Patients?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

Have you ever made a phone call to a dentist’s office in search of treatment for yourself or a family member only to find out that the dentist was not accepting any patients? How can that be? Does that not seem absurd? Well, funny or not, it happens all the time! Want to find out..

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How much do you know about amalgams?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

Do you have fillings in your mouth? If you don’t, do other family members? Do you know what they’re made of and what the consequences of each different type might be to your oral health? Watching this video gives you an overview of existing amalgams, and what you need to know to protect your teeth...

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My teeth are wearing out, what do I do?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

Our backs get a little stiffer, we lose a bit of the spring in our step, and yes, our teeth can begin to wear out. Of course, much of that depends on how well you have taken care of your teeth throughout your life–as well as your eating habits. Take a look at this short..

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What do I do to fix my broken tooth?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

A broken tooth can be quite traumatic. First of all we have to deal with the pain and shock, and then even experience some trauma. Often it is an extreme nuisance and we find ourselves taking our tongue, putting it on the broken tooth continuously to see if it is still there, and feeling the..

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How can my smile look younger?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

As we move through the different phases of life, we have a tendency to want to regain the youthful features over time are left behind. This certainly includes our smile. In addition, as we become more professionally accomplished, we may have a greater degree of financial flexibility to improve the way we look. The good..

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Did My Dentist Do a Good Job?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

Without a doubt, this is a tricky question–of course you always want to believe that your dentist did a fine job in caring for you! However, how do you really know? It’s not that easy to look inside your own mouth and make an assessment of the work. Plus, that would require expensive dental expertise..

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What Dental Services Does Dental Insurance Cover?

On May 13th, 2011, posted in: Blog by admin0 Comment

There are many different types of dental insurance. Some plans cover only the most basic of treatments. Others require a certain period of time to pass before certain procedures are covered, and others have annual limits. Watch this video, and be prepared to discuss your insurance with your dentist when you meet at the office...

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