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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.

Dental Emergency While Visiting Glendale? Emergency Dentist Near the Hilton and Embassy Suites

Dental Emergency While Visiting Glendale? Emergency Dentist Near the Hilton and Embassy Suites

November 3, 2026

A toothache, a cracked tooth, or a lost crown never comes at a good…

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Bone Grafting Before Dental Implants: Who Needs It and How Long It Takes

Bone Grafting Before Dental Implants: Who Needs It and How Long It Takes

November 1, 2026

Short answer: You need a bone graft before a dental implant only when your…

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Ceramic vs. Composite Fillings for Large Cavities: Which Holds Up Better

Ceramic vs. Composite Fillings for Large Cavities: Which Holds Up Better?

October 22, 2026

Short answer: For a large cavity in a back tooth, a ceramic inlay or…

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Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Release My Bite? (Cracked Tooth Syndrome)

Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Release a Bite? (Cracked Tooth Syndrome Explained)

October 12, 2026

Short answer: When you bite down, a cracked tooth flexes and the crack opens…

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Laser Gum Treatment vs. Traditional Gum Surgery

Laser Gum Treatment vs. Traditional Gum Surgery: Which Is Right for You?

October 11, 2026

If your dentist has told you that your gums need more than a routine…

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Composite vs. Amalgam Fillings: Which Dental Filling Is Right for You?

Composite vs. Amalgam Fillings: Which Dental Filling Is Right for You?

October 5, 2026

If you’ve ever had a cavity, you’ve probably been asked a question that sounds…

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The Gum Disease and Diabetes Connection: What Glendale Patients Should Know

The Gum Disease and Diabetes Connection: What Glendale Patients Should Know

October 1, 2026

The gum disease and diabetes connection runs both ways. Diabetes raises your risk and…

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Dental Implant Recovery Timeline: Your Week-by-Week Healing Guide

Dental Implant Recovery Timeline: Your Week-by-Week Healing Guide

September 29, 2026

Dental implant recovery usually means mild to moderate swelling and discomfort for the first…

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Zirconia, Porcelain, or PFM: Which Dental Crown Material is Right for You?

Zirconia, Porcelain, or PFM: Which Dental Crown Material is Right for You?

September 26, 2026

Zirconia crowns are the strongest choice and work best for back teeth and grinders.…

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Toothache at Night: When to Wait and When to Call an Emergency Dentist

Toothache at Night: When to Wait and When to Call an Emergency Dentist

September 21, 2026

Call an emergency dentist for a toothache at night if you have severe pain…

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