Dr. Kerolles

05/06/2025

We are thrilled to welcome you to the grand opening of Santa Fe Springs Modern Dentistry, a new chapter in delivering exceptional, compassionate, and state-of-the-art dental care to our community!

04/30/2025

One-Day Smile Transformation!
We used our CEREC technology to create same-day E-max crowns for teeth #7 and #10, and placed beautiful composite bonding on teeth #8 and #9 — all in a single visit!

No temporaries, no waiting weeks for a lab. Just precise, aesthetic, and efficient cosmetic dentistry done with care and attention to detail.

Your smile deserves to shine — and we’re here to make that happen!

04/22/2025

Exciting news — Santa Fe Springs Modern Dentistry is opening soon!
I couldn’t be more excited to welcome the Santa Fe Springs community to my brand-new, state-of-the-art dental office.
This has been a dream in the making, and I’m truly grateful for the chance to serve this amazing community with the latest technology, same-day crowns, and full-scope dental care — all under one roof.
Can’t wait to meet you all and help bring more confident, healthy smiles to Santa Fe Springs and beyond!

06/24/2023

Dr. Shady kerolles DDS
Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry class 2023

03/19/2023

What to pay attention to
when doing endo on lower second molar !!

03/12/2023

How to avoid injury during the inferior alveolar nerve block technique?
The inferior alveolar nerve block technique is a commonly used dental injection that provides local anesthesia to the mandibular teeth and surrounding tissues. To avoid injury during the procedure, it is essential to follow proper techniques and precautions. When performing an inferior alveolar nerve block, it is important to locate and identify the proper anatomical landmarks to avoid injuring the nerve and surrounding structures. The following landmarks can help guide the injection:

Coronoid notch: This is a V-shaped notch on the anterior border of the ramus of the mandible. It can be palpated intraorally to help locate the injection site.
Pterygomandibular raphe: This is a fibrous band that extends from the hamular process of the maxilla to the posterior edge of the mylohyoid ridge. It can be used as a reference point for needle insertion.
External oblique ridge: This is a bony ridge that extends from the anterior border of the ramus of the mandible to the coronoid process. It can be palpated extraorally to help locate the injection site.
Mandibular foramen: This is the opening in the mandible through which the inferior alveolar nerve and blood vessels enter. It is located on the medial surface of the ramus of the mandible, posterior to the last molar tooth.
Proper identification and localization of these landmarks can help guide the needle insertion and reduce the risk of injury to the nerve and other structures. Dental professionals should have a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the injection site and the landmarks involved to ensure safe and effective administration of local anesthesia.

03/05/2023

There are several common problems that can occur with restorations, including open margins, overhangs, and over-contoured restorations. Here's a brief explanation of each problem:

Open Margins: An open margin occurs when the margin (the area where the restoration meets the tooth) is not properly sealed, leaving a gap. This can happen due to improper impression taking, poor fit of the restoration, or an incorrect design. Open margins can lead to tooth decay and gum disease as bacteria can get trapped in the gap.
Overhangs: An overhang is an excess material that extends beyond the margin of the restoration. This can occur due to poor contouring of the restoration or excess cement used during placement. Overhangs can trap bacteria and food debris, leading to tooth decay and gum disease.
Over-Contoured Restorations: An over-contoured restoration is a restoration that does not properly match the natural contour of the tooth. This can happen if the restoration is not properly shaped or if too much material is used. Over-contoured restorations can lead to problems with occlusion (the way the teeth come together), and can cause discomfort and difficulty with chewing.
To prevent these problems, it's important to have proper communication between the dental office and the dental laboratory, as well as proper quality control in the laboratory. Dentists should also perform regular checks of the restorations during placement to ensure a proper fit and contour. If you notice any issues with your restoration, be sure to contact your dentist right away.

03/02/2023

Attrition, abrasion, abfraction, and erosion are four different processes that can cause wear or damage to teeth.

Attrition is the process of tooth wear that occurs from tooth-to-tooth contact during biting and chewing. It is a normal process that occurs naturally with age, and it can also be accelerated by grinding or clenching of teeth.

Abrasion is the process of tooth wear that occurs from external mechanical forces, such as brushing too hard with a stiff-bristled toothbrush or using abrasive toothpaste. Abrasion typically causes wear on the tooth's surface near the gum line.

Abfraction is the process of tooth wear that occurs due to flexure or bending of the tooth under excessive forces. This can occur from grinding or clenching of teeth, or from a misaligned bite. Abfraction typically causes wear on the tooth's surface near the gum line, and can also lead to sensitivity and fractures.

Erosion is the process of tooth wear that occurs due to chemical processes, such as exposure to acidic foods and drinks, or gastric reflux. Erosion can cause the tooth's surface to become smoother, thinner, and more transparent, and can also lead to sensitivity and discoloration.

In summary, attrition, abrasion, abfraction, and erosion are four different processes that can cause wear or damage to teeth, with each process being caused by different factors and affecting different areas of the tooth. It is important to understand the underlying cause of tooth wear in order to properly diagnose and treat the issue.


erosion

03/01/2023

Errors during the root canal treatment

02/26/2023

02/26/2023

Endo acces for anterior tooth

02/25/2023

Attrition, abrasion, abfraction, and erosion are four different processes that can cause wear or damage to teeth.

Attrition is the process of tooth wear that occurs from tooth-to-tooth contact during biting and chewing. It is a normal process that occurs naturally with age, and it can also be accelerated by grinding or clenching of teeth.

Abrasion is the process of tooth wear that occurs from external mechanical forces, such as brushing too hard with a stiff-bristled toothbrush or using abrasive toothpaste. Abrasion typically causes wear on the tooth's surface near the gum line.

Abfraction is the process of tooth wear that occurs due to flexure or bending of the tooth under excessive forces. This can occur from grinding or clenching of teeth, or from a misaligned bite. Abfraction typically causes wear on the tooth's surface near the gum line, and can also lead to sensitivity and fractures.

Erosion is the process of tooth wear that occurs due to chemical processes, such as exposure to acidic foods and drinks, or gastric reflux. Erosion can cause the tooth's surface to become smoother, thinner, and more transparent, and can also lead to sensitivity and discoloration.

In summary, attrition, abrasion, abfraction, and erosion are four different processes that can cause wear or damage to teeth, with each process being caused by different factors and affecting different areas of the tooth. It is important to understand the underlying cause of tooth wear in order to properly diagnose and treat the issue.