At Lim and Yabu, we offer a full range of dental care services and dental treatments. Our dental services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
HealOzone™ – Ozone Treatment Reverses Tooth Decay We are pleased to announce we are among the first dental practices in the United States to treat dental decay without drilling. This revolutionary new technology is called HealOzone. Ozone gas can kill bacteria in just a short 40 seconds. Once we detect any decay on the surface or within the tooth, we use a suction cup to direct ozone to the decayed area. All bacteria is eliminated and followed by a re-mineralizing bath of the tooth.
The tooth can then heal without shots or drilling, and there is no discomfort or pain. No tooth structure is removed when an application of ozone and fluid is given to re-mineralize it.
Studies from Belfast University have shown that only 10 seconds of ozone kills 99% of bacteria, viruses, and fungi present in a tooth. In one study, 99% of cavities ceased with the use of ozone, whereas 80% of teeth that were left untreated had cavities that became worse. Lim and Yabu Geraldine Lim, DDS & Eric Yabu, DDS 4174 Park Boulevard, Suite A Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-7000 OaklandLaserDentist.com
With the American population living longer, seniors' oral health has become an important issue, as has the widespread problem of elder abuse. Every year more than 2.5 million older Americans may be victims of elder abuse, and in some cases dentists serve as the first line of defense, according to a report in the May/June 2005 issue of General Dentistry, the clinical, peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). To read the entire article, visit: KnowYourTeeth.com
See How Your New Smile Will Look Before Any Treatment! We know you dream of a new smile, but you wonder how it will look. With cosmetic imaging, you can easily see how the corrective treatments will alter your smile. On our computer screen you can watch the difference in your gums and teeth as we reshape, add, replace, or lighten to achieve the goal you seek. Lim and Yabu Geraldine Lim, DDS & Eric Yabu, DDS 4174 Park Boulevard, Suite A Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-7000 OaklandLaserDentist.com
Flossing helps control plaque. It can reach where a toothbrush can't, like between the teeth. Floss daily with floss and interdental cleaners that carry the American Dental Association (ADA) seal. Ask your dentist for tips if you're not sure how to floss. Like everything else, flossing gets easier with practice. The above article is from: WebMD.com Lim and Yabu Geraldine Lim, DDS & Eric Yabu, DDS 4174 Park Boulevard, Suite A Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-7000 OaklandLaserDentist.com
Brushing your teeth twice a day not only keeps your breath sweet, but also helps rid the mouth of bacteria that makes up plaque and can lead to oral infections. To brush properly, point bristles at a 45-degree angle against the gums. Use gentle back-and-forth strokes all over your teeth -- in front, in back, and on chewing surfaces -- for two minutes. If holding a toothbrush is hard for you, try an electric toothbrush. Also brush your gums and tongue. The above article is from: WebMD.com Lim and Yabu Geraldine Lim, DDS & Eric Yabu, DDS 4174 Park Boulevard, Suite A Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-7000 OaklandLaserDentist.com
State-of-the-Art Sterilization We never take even the slightest risk when it comes to safety and cleanliness in the tools we use during treatments. Some of these tools have only a one-time use and are discarded. Instruments that need to be sterilized are placed in an autoclave that is monitored by an independent lab to ensure high standards are maintained. Lim and Yabu Geraldine Lim, DDS & Eric Yabu, DDS 4174 Park Boulevard, Suite A Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-7000 OaklandLaserDentist.com
Sticky plaque -- food, saliva, and bacteria -- starts to form on your teeth after you eat, releasing acids that attack tooth enamel. Untreated plaque turns into tartar, which builds under gum lines and is hard to remove with flossing. The longer it stays on your teeth, the more harmful it is. Bacteria in plaque causes inflammation and leads to gum disease. Having high blood sugar often makes gum disease worse. The above article is from: WebMD.com
We are pleased to announce we are among the first dental practices in the United States to treat dental decay without drilling. This revolutionary new technology is called HealOzone. Ozone gas can kill bacteria in just a short 40 seconds. Once we detect any decay on the surface or within the tooth, we use a suction cup to direct ozone to the decayed area. All bacteria is eliminated and followed by a re-mineralizing bath of the tooth.
