EVERY SMILE IS WONDERFUL!

PARTIALS & DENTURES

MAKE EVERY SMILE COUNT

EVERY SMILE IS WONDERFUL!

EVERY SMILE IS WONDERFUL!

PARTIALS & DENTURES

MAKE EVERY SMILE COUNT

EVERY SMILE IS WONDERFUL!

Why chose Crossroads Dental?

  • Advanced training & extensive expertise
    Decades of expertise in perfect painless dentistry
    Thousands of bridges, crowns & cosmetic procedures
    PREMIER provider of Invisalign & other specialties
  • Best-in-class dentistry
    Amazing lead dentist, she is skilled and compassionate
    Amazing In-house specialists
    Only the best materials, technology & procedures
  • You are the center of attention
    Our focus is your care & your smile
    Patients love us! See Yelp & Google


 

I have been a patient of Dr Shrestha for over 9 years. The other day I went to her new location in Torrance and wow! I was so happy to see how welcoming this facility was- parking was great- and I didn't have to wait long. It's not an easy thing finding a good dentist, so I am incredibly thankful to have Dr Shrestha. Incredible, caring, patient, dedicated dentist.


Emma R.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:25:29+00:00

Emma R.
Yelp Review

  I have been a patient of Dr Shrestha for over 9 years. The other day I went to her new location in Torrance and wow! I was so happy to see how welcoming this facility was- parking was great- and I didn't have to wait long. It's not an easy thing finding a good dentist, so I am incredibly thankful to have Dr Shrestha. Incredible, caring, patient, dedicated dentist.


 

I love the service at crossroad dental. Very inviting friendly atmosphere. Great price and high quality work. I would advise anyone looking for great quality and great pricing visit crossroad dental


Eric P.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:15:01+00:00

Eric P.
Yelp Review

  I love the service at crossroad dental. Very inviting friendly atmosphere. Great price and high quality work. I would advise anyone looking for great quality and great pricing visit crossroad dental


 

Great office! Such amazing service! And such a beautiful dental assistant. I had been to many practices where all they really cared about was the money, and you could tell simply by the way you were treated the moment you walked in. The first person you get greeted by walking in was Yancy, she was very kind and explained things to me fully in my treatment plan and answered all the questions I had. As far as meeting Dr. Rosi, she was very gentle and very kind. She did her best to ensure that I was comfortable and experienced the least pain possible. Overall it was a very pleasant experience, and I look forward to continuing my treatment with this office and they're lovely staff.


Christian P.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:16:21+00:00

Christian P.
Yelp Review

  Great office! Such amazing service! And such a beautiful dental assistant. I had been to many practices where all they really cared about was the money, and you could tell simply by the way you were treated the moment you walked in. The first person you get greeted by walking in was Yancy, she was very kind and explained things to me fully in my treatment plan and answered all the questions I had. As far as meeting Dr. Rosi, she was very gentle and very kind. She did her best to ensure that I was comfortable and experienced the least pain possible. Overall it was a very pleasant experience, and I look forward to continuing my treatment with this office and they're lovely staff.


 

My first visit was amazing..The staffAlina & Yancy are great..love them all.. and Dr Rossi is the best.


Dominic U.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:17:36+00:00

Dominic U.
Yelp Review

  My first visit was amazing..The staffAlina & Yancy are great..love them all.. and Dr Rossi is the best.


 

Had to do a last minute appointment due to a filling falling out and they were able to see me within a week! Dr. Rosi and her staff are extremely pleasant to interact with. They made sure i wouldn't leave without being completely satisfied and comfortable with my fillings. They are very professional and during the more uncomfortable parts of the procedures they made sure it was done swiftly yet correctly and always kept me informed during the process. I Highly recommend Dr. Rosi and her staff to anyone, especially those who aren't the biggest fans of going to the dentist, because they might even make you WANT to go back for the experience.


Sean J.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:18:45+00:00

Sean J.
Yelp Review

  Had to do a last minute appointment due to a filling falling out and they were able to see me within a week! Dr. Rosi and her staff are extremely pleasant to interact with. They made sure i wouldn't leave without being completely satisfied and comfortable with my fillings. They are very professional and during the more uncomfortable parts of the procedures they made sure it was done swiftly yet correctly and always kept me informed during the process. I Highly recommend Dr. Rosi and her staff to anyone, especially those who aren't the biggest fans of going to the dentist, because they might even make you WANT to go back for the experience.


 

As you can see she has all 5 star reviews and deserves each one. Everyone in the office is very welcoming & friendly. I highly recommend coming here. If you're the type that feels uneasy about dental visits Dr. Shrestha will make you relaxed. I even scheduled my next appointment in advance which is something I never do but I trust coming back to Dr. Shrestha. I may be a new customer but I can assure you I will not go to any other dentist.


S. F.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:20:00+00:00

S. F.
Yelp Review

  As you can see she has all 5 star reviews and deserves each one. Everyone in the office is very welcoming & friendly. I highly recommend coming here. If you're the type that feels uneasy about dental visits Dr. Shrestha will make you relaxed. I even scheduled my next appointment in advance which is something I never do but I trust coming back to Dr. Shrestha. I may be a new customer but I can assure you I will not go to any other dentist.


 

You must make an appointment with Dr. Shrestha! She takes the time to educate her patients and answer all their questions. Dr. S is a consummate professional in every way and she does everything she can to make you feel welcome in her office. Her office staff is also very warm and welcoming. She's been taking care of my teeth for several years now and I am a more informed patient as a result of being her patient. Plus I am complimented all the time on my gorgeous white teeth (no one guesses they are porcelain veneers!).


A. S.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:21:00+00:00

A. S.
Yelp Review

  You must make an appointment with Dr. Shrestha! She takes the time to educate her patients and answer all their questions. Dr. S is a consummate professional in every way and she does everything she can to make you feel welcome in her office. Her office staff is also very warm and welcoming. She's been taking care of my teeth for several years now and I am a more informed patient as a result of being her patient. Plus I am complimented all the time on my gorgeous white teeth (no one guesses they are porcelain veneers!).


 

I have always had a huge fear of dentists, thankfully I found Dr Rosi!!  I had veneers put on my teeth and her hand was so gentle it was a pleasant surprise. I have returned to get a cavity filled, and my teeth cleaned. I highly recommend this office!!!


Nina P.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:22:12+00:00

Nina P.
Yelp Review

  I have always had a huge fear of dentists, thankfully I found Dr Rosi!!  I had veneers put on my teeth and her hand was so gentle it was a pleasant surprise. I have returned to get a cavity filled, and my teeth cleaned. I highly recommend this office!!!


 

Dr. Shresta is the best! Her and her staff are so accommodating and caring. They have affordable prices with great customer service.  I highly recommend Crossroads Dental Group!!!


Bhavisha P.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:23:08+00:00

Bhavisha P.
Yelp Review

  Dr. Shresta is the best! Her and her staff are so accommodating and caring. They have affordable prices with great customer service.  I highly recommend Crossroads Dental Group!!!


 

Dr. Shrestha is the best in the business. Loyal, caring, funny and takes away all your fears of the dentist. I enjoy coming to her (for over 6 years) and all of the people that I have referred to her also enjoy her personality and dentist expertise. If you are looking for a good dentist one you can keep for years, Dr. Shrestha is your dentist! Don't forget to say hi to Yancy at the front desk!


Dalia E.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:24:18+00:00

Dalia E.
Yelp Review

  Dr. Shrestha is the best in the business. Loyal, caring, funny and takes away all your fears of the dentist. I enjoy coming to her (for over 6 years) and all of the people that I have referred to her also enjoy her personality and dentist expertise. If you are looking for a good dentist one you can keep for years, Dr. Shrestha is your dentist! Don't forget to say hi to Yancy at the front desk!


 

I found a flyer in T Mobile. Made a appointment and from that first visit I so glad I found Dr Rosi. She is everything I want in a dentist. knowledgeable and caring. The staff is so nice and helpful.


Saundra F.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:13:43+00:00

Saundra F.
Yelp Review

  I found a flyer in T Mobile. Made a appointment and from that first visit I so glad I found Dr Rosi. She is everything I want in a dentist. knowledgeable and caring. The staff is so nice and helpful.


 

My son had an accidents while ridding his bike and knocked down a tooth, luckily Doctor Rosi was there to help him. She is the best doctor in town, highly recommended and trustworthy. She not only took care of my son professionally but emotionally. We love her.


Yovana A.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:26:36+00:00

Yovana A.
Yelp Review

  My son had an accidents while ridding his bike and knocked down a tooth, luckily Doctor Rosi was there to help him. She is the best doctor in town, highly recommended and trustworthy. She not only took care of my son professionally but emotionally. We love her.


 

Having "a few" years of not visiting a dentist, I was referred to Dr. Rosi. Dreading the experience, Dr. Rosi was very down to earth and we had a good time laughing at my own doing of needing an extra extra deep cleaning. The techs are funny and made my time there enjoyable. Dr. Rosi's bed side manner, should make it easy for me to come in regularly and not wait for another "extra extra cleaning"! Thank you Dr. Rosi.


Juan B.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:27:52+00:00

Juan B.
Yelp Review

  Having "a few" years of not visiting a dentist, I was referred to Dr. Rosi. Dreading the experience, Dr. Rosi was very down to earth and we had a good time laughing at my own doing of needing an extra extra deep cleaning. The techs are funny and made my time there enjoyable. Dr. Rosi's bed side manner, should make it easy for me to come in regularly and not wait for another "extra extra cleaning"! Thank you Dr. Rosi.


 

The best dental experience! Finally a fantastic female dentist who can work with my schedule. So pleased with the professional caring and experienced staff.


Kate G.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:28:58+00:00

Kate G.
Yelp Review

  The best dental experience! Finally a fantastic female dentist who can work with my schedule. So pleased with the professional caring and experienced staff.


 

I love Dr.  Shrestha, been her patient since before she moved to crossroads. The new facility is clean and the front desk people are very nice! I get great advice and help always. Will continue coming here for my dental visits.


Jordan D.
Yelp Review

2019-08-06T22:29:56+00:00

Jordan D.
Yelp Review

  I love Dr.  Shrestha, been her patient since before she moved to crossroads. The new facility is clean and the front desk people are very nice! I get great advice and help always. Will continue coming here for my dental visits.

DENTURES

A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Two types of dentures are available — complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain.

COMPLETE DENTURES

Complete dentures can be either “conventional” or “immediate.” Made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has begun to heal, a conventional denture is ready for placement in the mouth about eight to 12 weeks after the teeth have been removed.

Unlike conventional dentures, immediate dentures are made in advance and can be positioned as soon as the teeth are removed. As a result, the wearer does not have to be without teeth during the healing period. However, bones and gums shrink over time, especially during the healing period following tooth removal. Therefore a disadvantage of immediate dentures compared with conventional dentures is that they require more adjustments to fit properly during the healing process and generally should only be considered a temporary solution until conventional dentures can be made.

PARTIAL DENTURES

A removable partial denture or bridge usually consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink or gum-colored plastic base, which is sometimes connected by metal framework that holds the denture in place in the mouth. Partial dentures are used when one or more natural teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw. A fixed bridge replaces one or more teeth by placing crowns on the teeth on either side of the space and attaching artificial teeth to them. This “bridge” is then cemented into place. Not only does a partial denture fill in the spaces created by missing teeth, it prevents other teeth from changing position. A precision partial denture is removable and has internal attachments rather than clasps that attach to the adjacent crowns. This is a more natural-looking appliance.

ARE THERE ALTERNATIVES TO DENTURES?

Yes, dental implants can be used to support cemented bridges, eliminating the need for a denture. The cost is usually greater, but the implants and bridges more closely resemble the feel of real teeth. Dental implants are becoming the alternative to dentures but not everyone is a candidate for implants. Consult your dentist for advice.

DOES INSURANCE COVER THE COST OF DENTURES?

Most dental insurance providers cover some or all of the cost of dentures. However, contact your company to find out the specifics of what they will cover.

HOW ARE DENTURES MADE?

The denture development process takes a few weeks and several appointments. Once your dentist or prosthodontist (a dentist who specializes in the restoration and replacement of teeth) determines what type of appliance is best for you, the general steps are to:

  1. Make a series of impressions of your jaw and take measurements of how your jaws relate to one another and how much space is between them.
  2. Create models, wax forms, and/or plastic patterns in the exact shape and position of the denture to be made. You will “try in” this model several times and the denture will be assessed for color, shape, and fit before the final denture is cast.
  3. Cast a final denture
  4. Adjustments will be made as necessary

WHAT DO NEW DENTURES FEEL LIKE?

New dentures may feel a little odd or loose for a few weeks until the muscles of the cheeks and tongue learn to keep them in place and you get comfortable inserting and removing them. Also, it is not unusual for minor irritation or soreness to occur and for saliva flow to increase when you first start wearing dentures, but these problems will diminish as the mouth adjusts.

WILL DENTURES MAKE ME LOOK DIFFERENT?

Dentures are made to closely resemble your natural teeth so there should be only a small noticeable change in appearance. In fact, dentures may even improve your smile and fill out your facial appearance.

WILL EATING WITH NEW DENTURES BE DIFFICULT?

Eating with new dentures will take a little practice and may be uncomfortable for some wearers for a few weeks. To get used to the new denture, start with soft foods cut into small pieces. Chew slowly using both sides of your mouth. As you get used to new dentures, add other foods until you return to a normal diet. Be cautious with hot or hard foods and sharp-edged bones or shells. And, avoid foods that are extremely sticky or hard. You should also avoid chewing gum while you wear the denture. Also, don’t use toothpicks while wearing dentures.

WILL DENTURES CHANGE HOW I SPEAK?

After getting dentures, you may have difficulty pronouncing certain words. If so, practice by saying the difficult words out loud. With practice and with time you will become accustomed to speaking properly with dentures.

If dentures “click” while you’re talking, contact your dentist. Dentures may occasionally slip when you laugh, cough, or smile. Reposition the dentures by gently biting down and swallowing. If any speaking problem persists, consult your dentist or prosthodontist.

ARE DENTURES WORN 24 HOURS A DAY?

Your dentist or prosthodontist will instruct you as to how long to wear dentures and when to remove them. During the first several days after receiving your denture, you may be asked to wear it all the time, including while you sleep. Although this may be temporarily uncomfortable, it is the quickest way to identify the areas on the denture that may need adjustment. Once adjustments are made, you should remove dentures before going to bed. This allows gum tissues to rest and allows normal stimulation and cleansing by the tongue and saliva. The denture can be put back in the mouth in the morning.

SHOULD I USE A DENTURE ADHESIVE?

A denture adhesive may be considered under the following circumstances:

  1. To enhance satisfaction with a properly constructed denture. Adhesives enhance retention, stability, bite force, and an individual’s sense of security.
  2. To assist individuals with dry mouth conditions that lessen denture adherence, such as individuals taking cold medications, those with neurologic disabilities including strokes, and the elderly.
  3. To provide added stability and security for those who place unusual demands on facial muscles, such as public speakers or musicians.

WHEN SHOULDN’T DENTURE ADHESIVES BE CONSIDERED?

There are situations when denture adhesives should not be used. Those cases include:

  1. When it is used as a “fix” for ill-fitting or poorly constructed dentures. If dentures begin to feel loose, cause discomfort or cause sores to develop, contact your dentist as soon as possible.
  2. When a dentist has not evaluated dentures for a long time. Dentures rest on gum tissue and the jawbone, which shrink and deteriorate, respectively, over time. Therefore, the real problem might be a need for a denture adjustment or new dentures.
  3. When oral hygiene practices cannot be sustained.
  4. When adhesives have been used for a long time, especially when visits to the dentist are infrequent, and when the frequency and volume of the adhesive use increases. These developments may indicate the need for a denture adjustment or new dentures.
  5. When any known allergy exists to the adhesive’s ingredients.

HOW ARE DENTURE ADHESIVES APPLIED?

Here are some tips to consider when applying denture adhesives:

  • Use the minimum amount necessary to provide the maximum benefit. Apply less than you think you need, and then gradually increase the amount until you feel comfortable.
  • Distribute the adhesive evenly on the tissue bearing surface of the denture.
  • Apply or reapply when necessary to provide the desired effect.
  • Always apply the adhesive to a thoroughly clean denture.
  • Remember adhesives work best with a well-fitting denture.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF DENTURE ADHESIVES?

  1. Paste application. Apply this denture adhesive to a dry or preferably wet denture. Avoid placing adhesive close to the denture borders. If the adhesive oozes, use less of the product. For dentures on the upper jaw, apply three short strips of adhesive — or a series of small dots — along the ridge area and one down the center. For dentures on the lower jaw, apply three short strips of adhesive — or a series of small dots — in the center of the ridge area.
  2. Powder application. Sprinkle a thin, uniform layer throughout the tissue-bearing surface of the denture. Shake off excess powder and press the denture into place. Powders may be preferred over pastes because they are easier to clean off the denture and tissue. In addition, they don’t have the same tendency as pastes do to “shim” (keep the denture away from the tissue).

ARE DENTURE ADHESIVES SAFE?

Dental adhesives are safe as long as they are used as directed. If the denture is well-fitting and the adhesive is only used to give added stability, there should be no ill effects. If adhesives are used excessively to fill voids for an ill-fitting denture, they can be harmful to the underlying soft and hard tissues. Occasionally, in these cases, inflammation of the soft tissues can result. In addition, because of its movement on the soft tissue and underlying bone, an ill-fitting denture can cause bone loss.

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