By Dr. Mahsa Hakim & Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice | San Francisco Key Takeaways All-on-4 dental implants use strategically positioned implants to support a fixed full-arch prosthesis for extensive or complete tooth loss. Immediate provisional teeth after All-on-4 surgery require adequate implant stability, controlled bite forces, and careful protection during osseointegration. Long-term
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim & Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Dentists at Union Square Dental Practice in San Francisco Key Takeaways A professional dental cleaning may be combined with periodontal evaluation, oral cancer screening, and assessment of restorations and bite health. A routine dental cleaning supports healthy gums, while scaling and root planing treat active periodontal disease
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim and Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Full dentures replace all teeth in one arch and rely on ridge anatomy, tissue support, border extension, and occlusal control. Partial dentures replace selected missing teeth while using the remaining teeth and oral tissues for support, with proper design
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim and Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Sedation dentistry uses carefully selected medications to help patients remain calmer and more comfortable during dental treatment. Dental sedation can range from light nitrous oxide relaxation to deeper anesthesia requiring advanced monitoring and training. Sedation dentistry may benefit patients
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim and Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Dental crowns cover weakened teeth to restore strength, function, shape, and protection against further fracture. Long-term crown success depends on healthy remaining tooth structure, precise preparation, suitable materials, balanced bite forces, and consistent oral hygiene. Dental onlays may preserve
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim & Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Cosmetic dentistry must improve appearance without compromising tooth structure, gum health, bite stability, comfort, or long-term oral function. Whitening, bonding, veneers, crowns, orthodontics, implants, and gum contouring require individualized diagnosis, careful sequencing, and appropriate material selection. Long-lasting cosmetic dentistry
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim & Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Peroxide-based teeth whitening lightens natural teeth by oxidizing internal pigments within enamel and dentin. In-office whitening delivers faster results, while custom take-home trays provide slower, more controlled whitening with easier maintenance. Crowns, veneers, fillings, and implant restorations do not
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim & Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Dental implant success depends on precise treatment planning, adequate bone and soft tissue support, controlled bite forces, and long-term maintenance. Immediate implant placement and immediate loading are appropriate only when site anatomy, primary stability, and healing conditions are favorable.
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By Dr. Mahsa Hakim & Dr. Nazanin Hakim, Union Square Dental Practice, San Francisco Key Takeaways Invisalign treatment moves teeth with custom clear aligners, bonded attachments, and digitally staged orthodontic force. Successful Invisalign treatment depends on accurate case selection, careful biomechanical planning, and consistent daily aligner wear. Stable Invisalign results require refinement when needed, long-term
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For the dynamic duo behind Union Square Dental Practice, dentistry is more than just a profession; it’s a harmonious blend of art and science. For sisters Mahsa Hakim and Nazanin Hakim, it was a journey that combined their family’s medical background with their artistic talents. Today, their mission is clear: to provide exceptional dental care
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