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Dr. Nova Aghbashian is a UCSF-trained dentist with over 25 years of international experience. An honors graduate and recipient of the Outstanding Student Award in Oral Surgery and Endodontology, he is dedicated to providing "almost pain-free" dental care to the Glendale community. An active member of the American Association of Endodontics and the ADA, Dr. Aghbashian focuses on whole-body oral health and advanced dental technology. When not treating patients, he enjoys exploring the outdoors and Pacific beaches with his wife and two children.

Infographic illustrating the day-by-day root canal recovery timeline by Aghbashian Dental.

Root Canal Recovery Timeline: What to Expect Day by Day

June 3, 2026

Root canal recovery usually follows a clear timeline. Discomfort peaks in the first two…

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Illustration comparing a root canal to a tooth extraction by Aghbashian Dental.

Root Canal vs. Tooth Extraction: Which Is the Better Option?

June 1, 2026

If a damaged tooth can still be saved, a root canal is usually the…

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Dr. Nova Aghbashian Featured in The San Fernando Valley Sun on Protecting Access to Dental Care

May 28, 2026

Dr. Nova Aghbashian was recently featured in The San Fernando Valley Sun in an…

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Does a Root Canal Hurt Debunking Dentistry's Biggest Myth

Does a Root Canal Hurt? Debunking Dentistry’s Biggest Myth

April 22, 2026

A modern root canal usually does not hurt because the area is completely numbed…

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What Is a Dental Onlay The Conservative Crown Alternative

What Is a Dental Onlay? The Conservative Alternative to a Full Crown

April 20, 2026

A dental onlay is a custom restoration that repairs damaged tooth structure while preserving…

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Dentist at Aghbashian Dental examining a patient in pain, with an infographic overlay showing the 5 warning signs you need a root canal.

Do I Need a Root Canal? 5 Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

April 18, 2026

If you have deep persistent tooth pain, sensitivity that will not fade, swelling, or…

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What is Occlusal Equilibration How Bite Adjustment Cures Chronic Headaches

What is Occlusal Equilibration? How Bite Adjustment Cures Chronic Headaches

April 15, 2026

Occlusal equilibration is a precise bite adjustment that reshapes how your upper and lower…

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Waking Up with Jaw Pain Signs You Are Grinding Your Teeth

Waking Up with Jaw Pain? Signs You Are Grinding Your Teeth

April 12, 2026

Waking up with jaw pain, tight jaw muscles, or dull headaches around the temples…

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The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning and Caring for Your Clear Aligners

The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning and Caring for Your Clear Aligners

April 6, 2026

Clear aligners stay clean, fresh, and nearly invisible when patients follow a simple routine…

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How Long Does Invisalign Take A Realistic Adult Timeline

How Long Does Invisalign Take? A Realistic Timeline for Adults

April 5, 2026

Invisalign for adults usually takes around 6 to 18 months, but the exact timeline…

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