Dr. Monica Madan

Activated charcoal—also called activated carbon—is a highly porous material that gained enormous popularity in recent years as a multi-purpose health supplement. Although the term “activated charcoal” might conjure mental pictures of BBQ briquets, this ingredient is actually quite different from conventional charcoal. Conventional charcoal is a burned, wood-based material that has long been used as […]

For years, tooth-whitening products have been steadily increasing in popularity. If you go to any pharmacy, supermarket, or convenience store, you’ll find an array of toothpastes, strips, rinses, and other goods that promise to eliminate stains and brighten your smile. Among the overwhelming number of different products, purple toothpaste might stand out to you as

You can tell a lot about someone by their smile. The way we flash our teeth when we first meet someone can leave a lasting impression on them, and the familiar look of a loved one’s smile can instantly lift our own spirits. In fact, we humans put so much stock into our teeth that

Have you noticed any small, triangular gaps along the gum line of your smile? Commonly called “black triangles” and professionally called “open gingival embrasures,” these gaps can occur for various reasons at any age.  For example, many people develop black triangles between their teeth at an early age simply because of genetics. From person to

From the elaborate architecture and palatial homes to the palm tree-lined streets dotted with exotic cars, the beauty of Beverly Hills is undeniable. Known for its high-end shopping, spas, salons, and cosmetic clinics, our city has long been synonymous with glamour and luxury.  If you’re a resident of Beverly Hills, you know—it’s only natural to

When the average person thinks about orthodontics, images of braces usually come to mind. Long before orthodontics was a formally established medical field, doctors have used wires and brackets to treat misaligned bites and straighten crooked smiles.  Treatment begins when an orthodontist attaches brackets to a patient’s teeth. Once attached, the doctor threads an archwire