Devonshire Place Dental, Dr. Leo A. Rudoy, DDS

03/02/2019

Losing a tooth can be a traumatic experience for many people. Embarrassed and aware of social stigma, a person that has lost teeth can feel the repercussions on their psychological well-being. Dentists like Dr. Leo A. Rudoy, are equipped with the knowledge and experience to help those who have lost teeth regain their self-confidence. Call Devonshire Place Dental and schedule an appointment at 818-993-0202 today and get your smile back!

Losing your teeth can create psychological effects such as:
Depression. Losing teeth changes a person’s appearance drastically. This loss of self-identity is shocking to most people. Unable to accept the body they live in, many people who lose teeth become depressed.
Poor self-esteem. There is a social stigma associated with lost teeth. Some assume that a person with missing teeth is poor or uneducated. In public places they feel like everyone is staring and passing judgement. This experience can make losing teeth very difficult for a person’s self-esteem.

Speech problems. Losing teeth can make it difficult to pronounce certain sounds needed to form specific words. This problem can make it difficult for people who have lost teeth to communicate.
Difficulty socializing. The combination of depression, poor self-esteem, and speech problems all contribute to a person’s difficulty socializing after losing teeth. Not feeling like themselves and embarrassed by their appearance, many people that have recently lost teeth refrain from engaging in social situations.

02/11/2019

Diabetes and Your Smile
Did you know that 29.1 million people living in the United States have diabetes? That’s 9.3% of the population. Approximately 1.7 million new cases are diagnosed each year—and 8.1 million people living with diabetes don’t even know they have it.

Call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Leo A. Rudoy, DDS at 818-993-0202 today!

Diabetes affects your body’s ability to process sugar. All food you eat is turned to sugar and used for energy. In Type I diabetes, the body doesn’t make enough insulin, a hormone that carries sugar from your blood to the cells that need it for energy. In Type II diabetes, the body stops responding to insulin. Both cases result in high blood sugar levels, which can cause problems with your eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and other parts of your body.

So what does this have to do with that smile of yours — and how can you protect it? First, it’s important to understand the signs of diabetes and the roles they play in your mouth.

The Symptoms of Untreated Diabetes

The warning signs of diabetes affect every part of your body. After a blood test, you may be told by a doctor that you have high blood sugar. You may feel excessively thirsty or have to urinate a lot. Weight loss and fatigue are other common symptoms. Diabetes can also cause you to lose consciousness if your blood sugar falls too low.

If diabetes is left untreated, it can take a toll on your mouth as well. Here's how:

You may have less saliva, causing your mouth to feel dry. (Dry mouth is also caused by certain medications.)

Because saliva protects your teeth, you’re also at a higher risk of cavities.

Gums may become inflamed and bleed often (gingivitis).

You may have problems tasting food.

You may experience delayed wound healing.

You may be susceptible to infections inside of your mouth.

For children with diabetes, teeth may erupt at an age earlier than is typical.

Why People with Diabetes Are More Prone to Gum Disease

All people have more tiny bacteria living in their mouth now than there are people on this planet. If they make their home in your gums, you can end up with periodo

01/31/2019

BLEEDING GUMS: CAUSES, TREATMENTS, AND PREVENTION

While caring for your teeth is important, many people forget the value of caring for your gums as part of an important oral hygiene regimen. They are the foundation of a healthy mouth and if you’re not taking care of them, you’re really at risk for oral health issues. Since gums provide important support for your teeth, take good care of them and take action if you notice bleeding gums.

Problems such as bleeding gums can be a sign that your gums are not being properly cared for and need more attention. While you don’t need to panic if you notice bleeding gums, you do need to take action to help prevent the progression to a more advanced form of gum disease. Since so many people have gingivitis and bleeding gums, people often don’t take it seriously enough.

In fact, while research shows that one in two Americans have some form of gum disease, approximately only three percent seek professional treatment. According to the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), this difference between the prevalence of gum disease and the low levels of professional treatment can likely be blamed on a lack of understanding of the effect periodontal disease can have on overall health. Some studies suggest that periodontitis may be associated with other health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, so it shouldn't be taken lightly.

Bleeding gums are most often caused by harmful plaque – and the millions of bacteria in it – found at or around the gum line being left to develop gingivitis. Gingivitis, a mild form of gum disease, may require treatment and improved oral hygiene to help eliminate it. If left untreated, bleeding gums and gingivitis can lead to a more serious form of gum disease.

Call Devonshire Place Dental at 818.993.0202 today and schedule an exam with Dr. Leo A. Rudoy, DDS. We accept most insurances and Dent-ical!

01/16/2019

CAN TOOTH DECAY CAUSE BAD BREATH?

Yes

Absolutely

Are you kidding? Sure!

Heck yes!

Bad breath and more!

The reason for this is easy to understand if you think of tooth decay as an infectious process that causes tooth destruction and creates openings (holes, cavities) in the teeth where bacteria can and do live. Think ‘decay’ = rotten! Bacteria take up residence in an area where there has been tooth decay and depending on where the decay is in your mouth, you may not be able to clean this area well so the grossness gets worse...

Tooth Decay below crown evident as dark areas below the white metal crown. Root canals have been completed on both molars. First molar has a more normal radiographic appearance.

Tooth Decay below crown evident as dark areas below the white metal crown. Root canals have been completed on both molars. First molar has a more normal radiographic appearance.

One place tooth decay occurs that is difficult for a patient (you!) to clean is below an existing crown. Bacteria hang out at the edge of all crowns where the crown meets the tooth. As decay begins, pores open up in the tooth structure and the decay may pe*****te up under the crown and really spread there. You can only brush, floss, or toothpick at the edges of your crowns to eliminate – at least for awhile – bacteria that are present there. You cannot get to the areas of tooth decay up under a crown but bacteria and food can. This is a recipe for bad breath!

The patient shown here had been experiencing an occasional bad odor from the lower right side of her mouth for a couple months. She increased her efforts of brushing, flossing, and using antibacterial mouth rinses. The odor did not improve so she came to our office.

When the crown was removed you could see tails of the previous endodontic (root canal) filling material coated in slime, severe decay, and the most awful odor!

Had she visited us earlier she could have saved her tooth.
Avoid unnecessarily losing your teeth ans schedule an appt. today with Dr. Leo Rudoy at 818.993.0202!

01/09/2019

We accept most insurances and Dent-ical!
Ask about our $85 special for x-rays, exam, and teeth cleaning!!!
Dr. Leo A. Rudoy, DDS at Devonshire Place Dental
21534 Devonshire Street, Suite C, Chatsworth, CA 91311
We accept most insurances and Dent-ical!

Call today to set up an appointment (818) 993-0202!

01/02/2019

Happy New Year from all of us at Devonshire Place Dental! May 2019 be your best year ever!

12/29/2018

6 Ways Unhealthy Teeth Can Affect Your

Poor dental hygiene can result in various health issues. Unhealthy teeth can cause a host of health problems such as heart disease, respiratory problems and unhealthy skin. The mouth is deemed as the “gateway to the body”, thus the bacteria from your teeth and gums can affect your general health in many different ways.

Keeping your teeth and mouth healthy is not difficult at all. All you need is to maintain good dental care daily such as brushing your teeth twice a day, using dental floss once a day and visiting your dental team once or twice a year.

In addition, avoiding acidic drinks and sugary foods as well as committing to a healthy lifestyle can help improve the health of your teeth and gums, preventing the occurrence of various dental problems.

Maintain a healthy and beautiful smile for life by visiting Dr. Leo A. Rudoy at Devonshire Place Dental in Chatsworth, CA. We provide a wide range of preventative and restorative dental treatments to improve not just your oral health but also your overall wellbeing.

Contact us at 818-993-0202

We accept most insurances and accept Dent-ical!

12/16/2018

Learn more about Dent-Cal and the services they cover at Devonshire Place Dental! Call Now! (818) 993-0202

We Accept Denti-cal Insurance! (818) 993-0202!
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The Following Services Are Covered:
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​Root Canals and Crowns on upper and lower front teeth,
X-Rays and Complete Comprehensive Exam,
Teeth Cleaning (regular and deep cleaning),
Fillings and Extractions!
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