2015 | Donian Shen, DDS

Conquering Your Fear of the Dentist

Many people deal with a crippling fear of the dentist office, but not going to the dentist can result in severe damage to your teeth and gums. Dr. Donian Shen […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that diabetes may no longer be a reason to not treat missing teeth with dental implants.

Diabetes and Dental Implants

For a long time now, diabetic patients with missing teeth have been denied treatment with dental implants. However, a recent study is allowing more and more diabetic patients to finally […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that alcohol can compromise their teeth to the point where they will need dental implants.

The Effects Alcohol has on Your Teeth

Alcohol attacks our teeth in many different ways, and can actually compromise them to the point where they will need to be removed. Fortunately, we can restore any damage caused […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that there are many great meals ahead of them while they wait for their dental implants to heal.

Foods for Your Healing Dental Implant

While it is true that dental implants can handle any kind of food you throw at them, they tend to be too sensitive to eat the harder and chewier foods […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that smoking can drastically effect their chances of getting dental implants.

Save Your Dental Implants by Quitting Smoking

When you smoke, you are opening your mouth up to many different issues, ranging from tooth decay to oral cancer. Not only that, but if you are missing teeth, smoking […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that soda can damage their teeth to the point where they will need dental implants.

Stop Drinking Soda to Save Your Teeth

Because of the high sugar content and carbonation of soda, it is possible for it to damage your teeth to the point where they will need to be removed. Fortunately, […]

The Anatomy of a Dental Implant

Dental implants are typically made up of three parts: the implant fixture, the abutment, and the replacement crown. These three pieces work together to provide our patients with the best […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that drinking beer made with hops can actually benefit your oral health.

Drink a Beer for Your Oral Health

It turns out that drinking beer that is made with hops can actually help prevent gum disease and tooth decay. However, drinking beer is not enough to keep your teeth […]

Our Mountain View, CA area patients know that tooth decay can result in missing teeth, which should be treated with dental implants.

Tooth Decay and Dental Implants

If you fail to properly take care of your teeth, you may develop tooth decay, which can compromise your tooth to the point where it will need to be removed. […]

Our Mountain, View, CA area patients know that chocolate in moderation can benefit their teeth, preventing the need for dental implants.

Chocolate for Valentine’s Day

By eating chocolate in moderation, it is actually possible for the sweet treat to actually help your oral health. However, if you do lose a tooth due to eating too […]