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About Dr. Bernie Villadiego Dr. Bernie Villadiego has
practiced dentistry in the San Fernando Valley for over 15 years. He
received his DDS degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry in
1989 and went on to complete a general practice residency program at Los
Angeles County/USC Medical Center. He established a private practice with an
emphasis in esthetic and reconstructive dentistry in Chatsworth, California
in October1993. Our Philosophy of Practice In years past, we spent most of our time patching, scraping, drilling, and filling. Although we provided good repair service, it seemed something was missing. We observed many patients who later returned with still more gum disease and tooth decay. In spite of our diligent efforts, some patients were not getting healthier. We learned our frustration was not due to lack of interest or dedication, but rather a failure to focus on education, motivation, nutritional counseling and behavior change. Dental school gave us excellent technical training…but training focused on repairs and mechanics! Through a course of study, we were taught about building relationships with people and getting our patients involved in their own health care through behavior change and nutrition. We learned convincingly that health is directly related to active participation. People always tell us they want a healthy, pain-free mouth, and to keep all their teeth for life. But we also believe that people want…NO DENTISTRY- no fillings, no crowns, no root canals, no gum surgery, no needles or injections, and no need to come to the office every 3 months! People want freedom from the dentist, and they would like to spend their time and money elsewhere. How can we help our patients get what they want-a healthy smile that feels good and lasts for a life-time, and no dentistry? First, we believe the answer lies in education, and encouraging our patients to take the responsibility to care for themselves. We hope our patients will think health first- something they can give themselves- and any treatment/repair second. Our second responsibility is to deliver optimum ideal dental treatment to our patients. If we can help our patients to get their mouth healthy first, then we have time to fix their teeth so they have the least chance of needing repair again. If disease is controlled, and breakdown is stopped, treatment can often be phased over time. Our patient can choose to restore their mouths with durable, long lasting and aesthetic restorations, rather than making hasty repairs as they need replacement. Most dental offices are repair centers that focus on a short-term fixes. Patients often become frustrated and disillusioned about what dentistry can do for them. We believe in treatment that will last many years longer than silver or plastic fillings. This philosophy allows our patients to be free from repeated patchwork dentistry. Freedom from dentistry is what we all really want. Working together we can help our patients keep their teeth for a lifetime!
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