- Dental ExaminationDigital X-rays, Diagnostic Impressions, Comprehensive Oral Exams, Consultation and Treatment Planning, Vitality Tests, Cracked Tooth Test, Gum Disease Diagnosis
- X-raysDr. Abadan begins your Invisalign treatment by taking dental X-rays, pictures and impressions; this information is then used to create a digital 3D image of your teeth. Dr. Abadan maps out your Invisalign treatment, beginning with your teeth’s initial position and ending with their final desired position. Dr. Abadan can show you a virtual representation of how Invisalign will shift your teeth during each stage of treatment.
- Oral Cancer ScreeningThe ViziLite® PRO system makes the life-saving oral cancer screening exam more effective at a time when the death rate due to oral cancer, while stagnant for many decades, is steadily rising in the US. In 2015, the US recorded 45,700 cases of oral cancer, and in 2018 this figure is projected to grow to 49,750, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation. While the annual incidence of this type of cancer was about 30,000 for decades, it is now touching 50,000.
- Teeth Cleaning
- Fluoride TreatmentTo prevent tooth decay, use good oral hygiene. A low sugar diet is recommended along with regular flossing, brushing with fluoride toothpaste and regular professional cleaning. Sealants and fluoride applications by the dentist are important for preventing tooth decay.
- Dental SealantsThe best way to prevent cavities is to brush and floss on a regular basis. Fluoride is a natural substance that also helps re-mineralize the tooth structure. Community water systems add fluoride and it remains a main ingredient in toothpaste. If you are at medium to high risk for cavities, your dentist may recommend special high concentration fluoride gels, mouth rinses, or dietary fluoride supplements. You may even receive a treatment of professional strength anti-cavity varnish, or sealants, which are thin, plastic coatings that provide an extra barrier against food an debris.
- Fillings
- VeneersSan Diego dentist  Maggie Abadan focuses on providing dental restorations of the highest quality, and for porcelain veneers she likes to use Lumineers. Lumineers have the versatility to conceal a number of cosmetic flaws in the teeth — chips, cracks, small spaces, stains and more. If you are interested in perfecting your smile with veneers, ask Dr. Maggie Abadan  about Lumineers.
- CrownsNot all smiles can stay beautiful forever. Dental decay, injuries, grinding, clenching and normal wear and tear can take their toll on the teeth, leaving your smile in need of a little sprucing up. In many cases, Dr. Abadan uses dental crowns to repair cracked or chipped teeth, reinforce weak teeth, replace old fillings or correct other dental problems. If you have a tooth that is on the brink of succumbing to damage, decay or disease, explore your dental crown options at Dr. Abadan’s San Diego dental practice.
- BridgesEach arch requires about two and a half hours for implantation after which a temporary dental bridge is fitted, and during the recovery period the permanent, customized replacement teeth are made for use, and they can last for many years.
- Restorative DentistryHer emphasis on patient comfort as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry enable her to provide her patients with the best quality of care in the field. Dr. Abadan has a wide range of experience in different areas of dentistry, from cosmetic and restorative dentistry to surgical treatments, dentures, and root canal treatments.
- Root Canal TreatmentEndodontics is a dental specialty involving the inside of the tooth, specifically its “pulp,†the soft tissue inside the teeth containing blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue. The pulp can become infected, requiring a procedure called a root canal to remove and clean it. The pulp of a tooth is important to its growth and development, but a mature tooth can survive without it, and if the infected pulp were to remain inside the tooth, it could cause more extensive damage and eventually require the entire tooth to be extracted.
- Periodontal SurgeryFor successful treatment, the Gentle Dentistry clinic utilizes Advanced Laser Assisted Periodontal Surgery with no incisions; the Pinhole technique that treats gum tissue recession using just one site for surgery with no incision; periodontal plastic surgery for excellent aesthetic results; and the one-day All on 4 procedure to bring back edentulous dentition along with a fixed prosthesis.
- Deep Cleaning
- DenturesDentures have been used for many years to replace groups of missing teeth or entire upper and lower arches of missing teeth. You may envision dentures to be clunky and conspicuous but today’s models are crafted from quality materials and new technology. They look more realistic and feel more comfortable than their predecessors. Dr. Maggie Abadan  recommends dentures to many of her San Diego / Carmel Valley dentistry  patients who have lost all or most of their teeth.
- Dental ImplantsIf you urgently require replacing failing or missing teeth, the same day dental implants procedure is an ideal dental solution to regain complete dental function. Having mastered the latest advances in the procedure of same day dental implants, Gentle Dentistry can help patients get fitted with brand new teeth in a single day and restore their smile and confidence.
- Oral SurgeryDr. Maggie Abadan  earned her dental degree in 2000 from the University of Toronto and has been providing exceptional dental care ever since. She has extensive experience in several different areas of dentistry, including oral surgery, endodontics ( root canal), dental implants, prosthodontic, cosmetic, restorative, pediatric and geriatric dentistry.
- Gum Surgery
- Tooth ExtractionsA tooth extraction may be required if you have severely decayed tooth, there is advanced periodontal disease, the tooth is broken and irreparable, poorly positioned tooth, and when it’s a necessary part of orthodontic treatment. Since the removal of even a single tooth can severely impair your dental health, extractions should be done only by highly-qualified and experienced dental experts to avoid complications.
- Bone GraftingAny delay in treating conditions needing bone grafting may call for more complex, painful, and costly procedures of reconstruction to deal with the damage.
- OrthodonticsSome people think of Lumineers as “instant orthodontics†because they can correct minor alignment or spacing problems in the teeth instantaneously.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsInvisalign is designed to correct orthodontic problems such as crookedness, crowding and spacing that can detract from an otherwise beautiful set of teeth. The discreetness of Invisalign allows you to wear your aligners to work or social events without anyone knowing that you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment.
- BracesIt’s safe to say that traditional orthodontics are not particularly flattering to anyone’s appearance. Bulky metal brackets and wires are conspicuous and don’t suit most people’s features. Advances in orthodontic technology have spawned a clear braces system called Invisalign. Dr. Abadan  offers Invisalign to San Diego patients at her Carmel Valley practice. She is certified to use the Invisalign system and recommends it to many of her patients who are unhappy with crooked, crowded or unevenly aligned teeth. If you are looking for a discreet way to improve the appearance of your smile, this treatment is likely your best option.
- Teeth WhiteningOur office is conveniently located on Carmel Mountain Road in the Del Mar Carmel Valley area and is accessible via all the major roads. We are proud of our office, which fully utilizes the latest in dentistry equipment for Lumineers, teeth whitening  and more.
- Cosmetic DentistryYour smile is one of the first things that people notice about you, and whether you like it or not, people draw conclusions about your personality based on your smile. Many people want to enhance their smiles with cosmetic dentistry to create a more confident impression. If you want to get whiter teeth through cosmetic dentistry………….. Read more
- General DentistryWe provide gentle, family oriented dental care to the adults and children of this community. We utilize the best equipment sterilization techniques available to dentists. In addition to general dentistry  and cosmetic dentistry, we work with specialists in periodontics (gum diseases), implant dentistry  and endodontics (root canal treatments) and other specialists. Our office welcomes every generation in your family. We provide excellent care for children, youth, adults and the elderly. With this team we emphasize comprehensive care, quality and preventive dentistry.