Daniel Tebbi, DMD - Cosmetic Dentistry & Orthodontics

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Daniel Tebbi, DMD - Cosmetic Dentistry & Orthodontics At Daniel Tebbi, DMD, we help patients achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile for a lifetime. General, and Cosmetic Dentistry and Orthodontics.

Dr. Tebbi has practiced general, cosmetic, biocompatible dentistry and Orthodontics at his Encino office since 1991. Dr. Tebbi completed his Comprehensive Post Graduate in Orthodontic at United States Dental Institute of orthodontics. He has also completed thousands of hours of continuing education to keep current on developments in his field including Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry, Endodontics, Periodontal Therapy and Orthodontics. Dr. Tebbi is also a provider of Clear Correct"Clear Aligner Therapy" Invisalign, Powerprox Six Month Braces and Six Month Smiles Cosmetic Braces. Dr. Tebbi is equipped with superior artistic and technical skills, as well as the knowledge and understanding to perform a wide array of General Dentistry, Sleep Disorder Treatments and Biocompatible procedures, Orthodontics, leading to excellence in his dental care. Helping patients achieve & maintain a beautiful healthy smile for a lifetime!

The most common question at a first consultation: how long is this going to take? ⏱️   The honest answer is that it depe...
10/15/2026

The most common question at a first consultation: how long is this going to take? ⏱️ The honest answer is that it depends. Mild spacing or crowding cases can be resolved in as little as 6 to 12 months. More complex bite corrections or severe crowding can take 18 to 30 months. What actually makes the biggest difference in treatment time? Keeping your appointments. Wearing your elastics or aligners as directed. And not breaking brackets. The best thing you can do is start. The time passes either way.

What if you could straighten your teeth and nobody at work knew you were doing it?  That is the appeal of clear aligners...
10/13/2026

What if you could straighten your teeth and nobody at work knew you were doing it? That is the appeal of clear aligners. Nearly invisible, removable trays that gradually shift your teeth into place without a single wire or bracket. They are not right for every case, but for mild to moderate crowding and spacing issues, they are an incredibly effective option that fits into real adult life. Wondering if you are a candidate? Come in for a consultation and we will give you an honest answer.

Raise your hand if you had braces, got a retainer, and then stopped wearing it. 🙋😬   Your teeth probably shifted. You pr...
10/08/2026

Raise your hand if you had braces, got a retainer, and then stopped wearing it. 🙋😬

Your teeth probably shifted. You probably noticed. And you probably spent some time feeling guilty about it. Here is the good news: in many cases, minor relapse can be corrected with a new retainer or a short course of retreatment. You have not necessarily undone everything. Come in, let us take a look, and we will be straight with you about where things stand and what your options are. No judgment. This happens all the time!

An open bite is when your upper and lower front teeth do not touch when your back teeth are closed.  That gap means your...
10/06/2026

An open bite is when your upper and lower front teeth do not touch when your back teeth are closed. That gap means your front teeth cannot do their job, which is biting into food. It can make eating certain things genuinely difficult and can affect speech, particularly sounds that require the tongue to touch the front teeth. Open bites are often linked to habits like thumb sucking or tongue thrusting in childhood. They respond well to orthodontic treatment, especially when caught before jaw growth is complete.

Frequently asked questions we love getting:  "Does it hurt?" The first few days after an adjustment can be tender. It pa...
10/01/2026

Frequently asked questions we love getting: "Does it hurt?"

The first few days after an adjustment can be tender. It passes quickly. "Will I be able to eat normally?" With braces, mostly yes with a few exceptions. With aligners, completely. "How often do I come in?" Typically every 6 to 10 weeks. "Can I still play sports?" Yes. We recommend a mouthguard. "Is my case too complicated?" Let us be the judge of that. Most people are surprised by how treatable their situation is. Bring your questions to your next appointment. We have heard them all.

For the people who have been sitting on the fence for way too long...  You have thought about it. You have looked in the...
09/29/2026

For the people who have been sitting on the fence for way too long... You have thought about it. You have looked in the mirror. You have maybe even Googled "is it too late to get braces" at midnight. It is not too late. There is no age limit on a great smile. And the only thing standing between you and the result you want is one consultation. Call us. DM us. Visit us. However you want to reach out, we are here and we would love to hear from you.

What separates a good orthodontic outcome from a great one?  A treatment plan that addresses your bite, not just the app...
09/24/2026

What separates a good orthodontic outcome from a great one? A treatment plan that addresses your bite, not just the appearance of your teeth. A team that communicates clearly at every appointment. Consistent follow-through on your end with elastics, hygiene, and wear time. And a retainer you actually wear when treatment is done. The result is not just a straight smile. It is a stable, healthy, functional bite that lasts for life. That is the standard we hold ourselves to with every patient.

How long do you actually need to wear your retainer?  The honest answer: for the rest of your life if you want your teet...
09/17/2026

How long do you actually need to wear your retainer? The honest answer: for the rest of your life if you want your teeth to stay straight. In the first year after treatment, most patients wear their retainer every night. After that, many move to a few nights per week. But stopping entirely is when the shifting begins. The good news is that retainers are easy, comfortable, and a small price to pay for the smile you spent months or years creating.

Chronic jaw pain, clicking when you open your mouth, or headaches that seem to start in your jaw. These can all be conne...
09/15/2026

Chronic jaw pain, clicking when you open your mouth, or headaches that seem to start in your jaw. These can all be connected to how your bite comes together. The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is under significant stress when your bite is misaligned. Over years, that stress can cause pain, inflammation, and jaw dysfunction. Orthodontic treatment does not treat TMJ directly, but correcting a misaligned bite often reduces the mechanical stress that contributes to symptoms. If you have bite issues and jaw pain, this connection is worth discussing at your consultation.

Brushing with braces is a completely different experience. Here is how to do it right.  Use a soft-bristled toothbrush a...
09/10/2026

Brushing with braces is a completely different experience. Here is how to do it right. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and angle it at 45 degrees to clean along the gumline. Then brush along the top of the brackets and under the wire. An interdental brush or water flosser gets into spaces a regular brush cannot reach. You should be spending at least two minutes brushing after every meal. It sounds like a lot but braces trap food in ways that cause real damage if you are not diligent. Your teeth should come out of treatment straight AND healthy.

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16661 Ventura Boulevard, Ste 620
Encino, CA
91436

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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