Calvo Studio City

Thank you for taking the time to visit my site. My name is Marilyn Calvo and I am a Studio City Cosmetic Dentist accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. If you are in need of professional cosmetic dentistry, I can be of assistance to those residing in the local area as well as those in Tarzana, Chatsworth, Calabasas, and Encino.

While real beauty is found within, how a person looks should not be ignored. The appearance of a person is the first thing that is seen and signals to others that you care enough to take care of yourself. That is why people invest in gym memberships and spa treatments. Shouldn’t this kind of healthy attitude be applied to the entire body as well?

With the smile being one of the best ways to communicate, it deserves special attention. A smile makeover can greatly increase the confidence of a person. It can also be an indication of good personal hygiene. Many are surprised to know that oral health has a lot of influence over the overall health of the body. In fact, there are various diseases that can be detected through symptoms that manifest in the mouth. Keeping the mouth and teeth in good condition boosts both health and personality. As a result, there is no need to feel self-conscious about talking or interacting with others.

At our dental office, some of the common problems that we treat include broken, misshapen, or discolored teeth. We can even make replacements if there are any teeth that are missing. We are committed to providing professional service and optimal results to our clients. With just a few visits, you can be on your way to a better smile that reflects your true personality.

Our Studio City dental office is always willing to be of service. We also have clients from Calabasas, Encino, Chatsworth, Tarzana, and other nearby communities. I personally invite you to meet with us and take the first step to meeting your oral health needs.

Sincerely,

Marilyn Calvo, DDS

Accredited Member – American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Marilyn Calvo, DDS is a cosmetic dentist based in Encino, California. As an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, she is dedicated to making the ideal smile accessible to individuals. She, along with the staff, offers the following procedures: General Dentistry, Dental Bridges, Dental Bonding/ While Fillings, Dental Crowns, and Hygiene/ Periodontal Health, Teeth Whitening, ZOOM! Whitening, Porcelain Veneers, Dental Implants, Dentures/ Partial Dentures, Extractions, Inlays/Onlays, Post-Op Instructions, Tooth Implant, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign Dentistry, Smile Makeover Dentistry, and Braces Dentistry.

For a complete list of services, please do not hesitate to consult us at our office conveniently located in Encino, CA. It is our privilege to be of assistance. ,

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Porcelain Dental Veneers Studio City

Porcelain dental veneers are custom-built shells of ceramic material that are placed over the surface of your teeth to correct discoloration, uneven spacing and teeth alignment. Porcelain dental veneers make it possible to repair cracked or chipped teeth.

Once in place, porcelain veneers appear indistinguishable from your natural teeth. Veneers are justifiably popular among cosmetic dentists because they can quickly treat so many different dental issues.

Teeth Whitening Studio City

White, healthy-looking, shiny teeth are the building blocks of a dazzling smile. Professional teeth whitening treatments can light up not only your smile, but also your entire face bringing back the shine on your face.

No matter how conscientious you are about brushing and flossing, some discoloration and yellowing will occur naturally with time. Discolored teeth can make you look older, but our professional teeth whitening procedures can reverse this process and make your smile look young again.

Porcelain Onlays Studio City

Porcelain onlays are custom-made porcelain shells that are attached to cover the problem areas of your teeth. Onlays are an advanced solution and prove to be better than composite fillings for people with extensive tooth decay and broken teeth.

Unlike traditional fillings, which are molded into place in the mouth, porcelain onlays are created separately in a dental lab before being fitted and bonded to your teeth in the office. Since healthy areas of your teeth remain untouched, porcelain onlays allow us to leave more of your natural tooth structure intact than we would be able to using traditional dental crowns.

Tooth Colored Fillings Studio City

In the past, amalgam fillings were the only option dentists could use to fill cavities. However, at the present, composite resins (tooth-colored materials) far exceed dull and ugly-looking silver fillings in both appearance and functionality. Plus, composite fillings can be completed in a single visit and they serve as an excellent means for restoring small cavities.

Composite filings aren’t just pleasing to the eye, but they are void of mercury and fortify the remaining tooth structure through a process known as bonding. Because silver fillings can damage teeth, a number of our patients opt to have their mercury fillings replaced before they can cause any undesirable outcomes.

Dental Bonding Studio City

Both Dr. Calvo and Dr. Johnson strongly believe in utilizing conservative processes to enhance the smiles of their patients. One such process is a method known as direct dental bonding.

Direct dental bonding involves the application of a composite resin material that is formed into the desired shape and then hardened using a special light. Direct bonding is perfect for masking discoloration, repairing chipped teeth, or diminishing gaps between teeth. This procedure can also be used to enhance the overall look of one or more of your teeth. Plus, composite resins can be completed in just one office visit.

Porcelain Crowns Studio City

Porcelain crowns can be an excellent option for teeth that have sustained significant damage. The crown procedure eliminates discomfort and restores strength to teeth through the use of tooth-shaped coverings.

If you’ve ever thought that dental crowns are too noticeable or that they are an eye-sore then you’ve never beheld the beauty of an expert-designed all-porcelain crown. Compared to traditional crowns, which have porcelain fused to metal, all-porcelain crowns have an authentic appearance that exhibits the natural contour and color of a real tooth.

Dental Bridges Studio City

A missing tooth is perhaps one of the most obvious flaws in one’s smile. It also presents one of the greatest technical challenges.

At Smile Studio LA, we’ve had tremendous success in combining innovative tissue management techniques with the latest advanced materials in order to deliver to our patients the most impressive results possible.

New developments in “metal-free” bridges, implants and adhesion dentistry give our dental professionals a wide range of options when it comes to replacing a missing tooth. The metal free material enables us to give the false tooth a natural translucent appearance. Soft tissue management gives the false tooth the look of a real tooth, creating the illusion that the tooth emerges from the gum naturally, much like a real tooth.

Dental Implants Studio City

Injuries, accidents, diseases, or unplanned extractions can all lead to unwanted permanent tooth loss. In these types of cases, we often recommend patients seek dental implants as a secure, functional replacement option. We make such a strong recommendation primarily because dental implants do not reply on neighboring teeth for support.

Dental implants are small titanium cylinders that are placed into the bone of the jaw and fused. Once the titanium cylinders are secured into place, artificial teeth are individually anchored to the implant. Dental implants can also be secured with dentures or a bridge. An implant can be thought of as an artificial root replacement system. As such, it is far superior to simply extracting a tooth and allowing the gums to grow over the area where the tooth was pulled.

Dentures Studio City

A countless number of individuals across the globe are completely void of teeth in their lower or upper jaw areas. An even more staggering number of people struggle to keep their dentures securely in place, especially in the lower jaw area.

If this sounds like you, then you already know how embarrassing it is to have your dentures slip out of your mouth. You’re also probably acquainted with the frustration of being unable to eat your favorite foods and you’re surely aware of the inadequate nature of most denture adhesives.

Fortunately for you, there is now a method by which your dentures can work the way they were intended – stabilization with dental implants.

Cosmetic Gum Re-Contouring Studio City

For patients with less than perfect gums, we offer a procedure by which we can re-contour the gums for a more natural-looking smile line. By re-contouring the gums, we can correct what’s called gummy smile – a smile that reveals too much gum or uneven gum. Gum re-contouring is often used along with veneers or crowns. However, in most cases, it can be implemented alone. The end result is nothing less than impressive!

Instant Orthodontics Studio City

Instant orthodontics is a popular procedure that can straighten crooked, uneven smiles in as little as 2 visits. By using porcelain veneers instead of traditional braces, we can do in weeks what traditional orthodontics takes months or even years to accomplish.

Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are bonded to the outside surfaces of your teeth. In instant orthodontics, we use them to straighten out gaps in your smile.

Full Mouth Rejuvenation Studio City

Full mouth rejuvenation, also known as full mouth reconstruction, is an excellent option for patients with complex dental needs. Full mouth rejuvenation begins with a detailed analysis to identify all of the issues affecting your bite and your smile. Using this information, we create an individual treatment plan just for you.

Real Patient Testimonial:

“After doing some exhausted research I determined two things.  The first was that if you want to improve the appearance of your cosmetic appearance smile, you should go to a cosmetic dentist who specializes in this type of work, the second was that veneers was the procedure that would finally give me the results I desired.  After interviewing several dentists, and getting estimates, I decided on Dr. Calvo. I would recommend this office everyone I know and I do.” – M. Dillard