Dr. Stephen L. Chan D.D.S.
Dentist
4700 Spring Street Suite 210 La Mesa California, 91942About
Stephen L. Chan, DMD, is a dentist with nearly 30 years of experience at Smilehaven Dental Center in La Mesa, California. The practice offers family and cosmetic dentistry, with emphasis on Bio-compatible dentistry and its holistic approach. Dr. Chan practices holistic dentistry, treating his patients with whole body health dentistry. He is additionally an ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer and C.O.P.E. Certified Health Coach. Dr. Chan stays active in his field through his memberships with the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, and Holistic Dental Association, The Bio-Compatible Dentist and the Price Pottenger Nutrition Foundation.
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Education and Training
CEU and UCLA College of Dentistry
Board Certification
Certified Fitness Trainer and Certified Health Professional
Provider Details
Dr. Stephen L. Chan D.D.S.'s Expert Contributions
What is the best way to clean dental implants?
Sonic brush and water pik READ MORE
How long should dentures pain last?
It should not be painful. See your dentist for an adjustment. READ MORE
Can a root cavity be filled?
Only if it is accessible and nowhere near the nerve . READ MORE
Can your mouth reject an implant?
Yes. READ MORE
Can you get a cavity under a veneer?
Yes READ MORE
How can I deep clean my gums at home?
You don't. This is a procedure only a professional can do for you. It involves anesthetic and deep scraping with sharp instruments. READ MORE
Can you get an infection after a root canal?
Yes. Teeth with root canals are dead teeth. They are made of 3-5 miles of microtubules that are now filled with bacteria releasing endotoxins and other microbes. There is no way it can truly be cleaned out. It now depends on the individual's immune system to constantly battle the bacterial invasion to the body. My advice is not to have a root canal done. A much safer option is to have the tooth removed, let it heal, and replace with a ceramic implant. READ MORE
How do braces rearrange teeth?
Teeth are normally not fused to the bone. It is because of this that movement is possible. Teeth will move to the direction where the force is applied . Individual teeth are bracketed so wires or rubber bands can attach to and they used these to pull the teeth towards any direction they want the teeth to go. READ MORE
Is anesthesia needed for wisdom tooth removal?
It depends on the position of the tooth. If it is too close to the main nerve, then yes. Movement from swallowing can compromise the safety of safely removing a tooth. Also, some people do not get numbed enough using local anesthetics. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Society Memberships
- nternational Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, Holistic Dental Association
Articles and Publications
Published Articles with The Filipino Press Newspaper.
What do you attribute your success to?
After years of not knowing the truth about dental care, and studying the affects of food and toxins in the oral composition, it is better to treat the whole person, not just the teeth. Exercise, nutrition, and a holistic approach to dentistry makes one successful.
Hobbies / Sports
- Exercise, Martial Arts, Opera
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