Westside Dentist: DR. Anna Barantsevich DDS

Dentist's Advice: Stop Flossing!

Share onYep, you read that right: I’m a dentist and I’m suggesting that you throw away your floss.When I first advise my patients to stop flossing, they usually look at me like I’m crazy—it's been ingrained in their minds that flossing is essential to their health. Unfortunately, most dentists’ advice around flossing is misguided.As you well know, an inordinate amount of food gets stuck between our teeth after meals. Traditionally, we've been taught to use a thin, waxy string to…

7 Things You Need To Know About Piercing Your Child's Ears

1.) When should I pierce my child’s ears? This is a very personal decision, but some experts do warn of potential risks in piercing your child’s ears at too young of an age. “Any time you puncture the skin, you open up the opportunity for infection, and because infants still have developing immune systems, I …

The Pros and Cons of Dental Bonding

It is an often repeated quote about smiles, and it comes from an unknown author. The quote states that it takes 17 muscles to smile and 43 muscles to frown. When you have a smile that is less than perfect it can take a lot more than just 17 muscles to force your lips open up and reveal a genuine, he

What if I still have questions after the initial consultation?

If you still have questions about orthodontic treatment, you can do the following: Visit your orthodontist's website Contact your treat...

What is Dental Phobia and Dental Anxiety

Dental phobia and dental anxiety can make it very difficult for people to keep regular dentist appointments. Find out more about dental phobia.

This Is Exactly How You Should Be Taking Care of Your Teeth Every Single Day

Oral health—Use these daily dental care tips to improve your oral health.

How To Find The Best Dentist In My Area

How To Find The Best Dentist In My Area - Start by asking yourself a few questions, Is the dentist a member of the ADA, what is their philosophy and more.

Why Early Dental Visits Could Brighten Your Child's Dental Health Future

By the time your child reaches their first birthday, they may have only a handful of primary teeth. So, should you schedule their first dental visit or wait until they're older?Absolutely schedule it—a dental visit at age one is one of the most important steps you can take to protect and promo

Time for a Pediatric Dentist FAQ!

What You Need to Know About Kids' Dentist Appointments

Regular dental appointments are an important part of taking care of your child's dental health. Here are the basics on kids' dentist appointments.

How to help your patients overcome dental phobia

There are studies available that will help dentists understand their patients' phobias better. In the meantime, here are some helpful tips for understanding those who fear you

5 tips to help kids overcome fear of dentists

For child, going to the dentist can be a scary event. Lying on a chair in an unfamiliar room filled with unfamiliar noises, objects and smells, all while a stranger is poking cold, metallic and unknown objects in his month. But there is some good advice from the professionals to make the trips to …

Visit Our Kid's Dentist Office and Learn How to Keep Their Teeth Healthy

As a kids dentist , the largest single challenge that we face does not come in the form of rare disease or children’s special development...

How to Determine if You Need Emergency Dental Work

We’ve now been sheltering at home long enough that many of us are starting to wonder what to do about ongoing dental care. Some of us are dealing with aching wisdom teeth, unfinished root canals, implants and cavities, as well as aching teeth or gums. Others are wondering about the risks associated with postponing ongoing care, such as cleanings and x-rays.

50 Dentist Secrets: DDMs Share Hygiene Advice on Teeth, Gums and More 

Dentists from across the country tell us what they're really thinking as they peer at our teeth.