Suzanne Haeri DDS

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Why Do We Have Teeth?

Imagine if you had no teeth. You wouldn’t be able to eat, speaking would be difficult and you wouldn’t be able to digest food properly. Teeth are extremely useful and they help tear, cut, and break up food into very small pieces so that you can swallow easily. Because of the impact they have on our overall health, they give us the energy that we need to live. In case you aren’t aware that you have four different types of teeth, Dr. Suzanne Haeri, DDS thought it would be neat to explain what they are and the purpose they serve in your mouth.



  • Incisors – located at the front of the mouth, these teeth have a sharp biting surface and are used for cutting or shearing food into small chewable pieces.

  • Canines – located at the ‘corners’ of the dental arches, these teeth have a sharp pointed biting surface. Their function is to grip and tear food.

  • Premolars – Unlike incisors and canines, these teeth have a flat biting surface. Their function is to tear and crush food.

  • Molars – The molars are the largest teeth in the mouth and they too have a large flat biting surface. The function of these is perhaps the strongest of all as they chew, crush, and grind food.


If you have further questions regarding your teeth, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.suzannehaeridds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Suzanne Haeri, DDS herself in our Los Angeles, CA office, call 310-657-2200.

Thursday, April 14, 2016

Different Reasons for Dental Extractions

If a tooth has been broken or damaged by decay, Dr. Suzanne Haeri, DDS will try her best to fix it with a filling, crown or other dental treatment. However, when there’s too much damage for a tooth to be repaired, the tooth may need to be extracted from its socket in the bone. You’re probably most familiar with wisdom teeth extractions, but other reasons for the procedure may include:



  • Severe tooth damage/trauma – some teeth have such extensive decay and damage (broken or cracked) that repair is not possible.

  • Orthodontic treatment – people getting braces may need teeth extracted to create room for teeth that are being moved into place.

  • Some teeth may need to be extracted if they have the potential of becoming infected.

  • Extra teeth – extra teeth may block other teeth from erupting, therefore, will require extraction.


If you suspect that you may need a tooth extracted or if you have a tooth that is causing you pain, schedule a consultation with us. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.suzannehaeridds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Suzanne Haeri, DDS herself in our Los Angeles, CA office, call 310-657-2200.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Diode Laser Gum Surgery

Gum disease can really cause changes in your mouth you may not be pleased with. Along with the pain and irritation of gum disease, it can leave the gums looking uneven. Because of the recession gum disease often causes, gums will be pulled back from teeth, making them loose and allowing bacteria to reach deep down to the tooth’s root. Dr. Suzanne Haeri, DDS of Los Angeles, CA utilizes advanced laser technology to heal the gums and promote health.


Diode laser gum surgery allows Dr. Haeri to perform gum surgery with less pain, quicker recoveries, and instant sterilization. Using a soft tissue laser instead of a scalpel means no bleeding and no stitches needed. The gums are immediately in the position to begin healthy healing. Patients experience much less discomfort and pain with soft tissue lasers.


We use the diode soft tissue laser to clear up gum disease and fix recessed gums. We can also use it for cosmetic reasons. If you have excess gums, or as it is commonly called, “gummy smile”, we can use lasers to re-contour your gum line. We can also do this for uneven gum lines.


If you are unhappy with your smile because of your gum line, schedule a consultation with us. To schedule with Dr. Suzanne Haeri, DDS in our Los Angeles, CA office, call us at (310) 657-2200. Scheduling and information about the diode soft tissue laser can also be found on our website, www.suzannehaeridds.com