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Chino Valley Smile Center

Chino Valley Smile Center is a full-service practice offering a variety of services, making us the perfect place for all your dental needs!

Our Mission

At Chino Valley Smile Center, we value nurturing relationships with our patients. Our dentists pride themselves in making it their priority in delivering gentle, compassionate dental care that you deserve. We strive to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxing environment resulting in a healthy, beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime. At Chino Valley Smi

le Center, we realize the importance and the role that trust plays when deciding and choosing a dental practice for your or your family. Rest assured, Dr. Afifi and his expert staff will do everything possible to make this important choice as easy as it can be. We want you to feel at ease and enjoy your initial consultation with us. Our goal is to develop a strong partnership, but more importantly a strong relationship with every patient. We truly want you to understand the choices you have and the importance of your dental health. We can help you maintain a healthy smile, as well as treat the causes and symptoms of any dental condition. Our Services

At Chino Valley Smile Center, we believe that patients should have sufficient information to make educated decisions about their oral health through treatment options. We are committed to excellence in our work and provide comfortable, reliable dentistry to both adults and children. Maintaining the health and beauty of your smile is of utmost importance to Dr. Afifi, and he accomplishes this through a full selection of general and cosmetic dentistry procedures that are delivered in a gentle and anxiety-free manner at Chino Valley Smile Center. Dr. Afifi and his talented staff desire their patients to be able to achieve optimum oral health and a gorgeous smile. We are a full-service practice providing for all of your dental needs. Chino Valley Smile Center offers a variety of services, making this the perfect location for almost any dental need. Our services include:

General Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Oral Cancer Screenings
Emergency Dentistry
Preventative Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Periodontal Exams
Crowns
Veneers/Lumineers
Composite Fillings (Tooth-colored fillings)
Oral Surgery
Dental Implants
invisalign- Orthodontic Treatment
Root Canal Treatment
Dentures
Nightguard/Sports Guards
Sleep Apnea Solutions
TMD

Because we only use the most cutting-edge dental materials and techniques, we can restore your teeth with extraordinary results while maintaining a gentle and extremely effective approach. Whether you need a general dentist or a smile enhancement, we promise to take the time to listen to your concerns and individual desires and provide you with a beautiful, lasting smile in our clean, and inviting office. We love creating personalized experiences and doing what is best for you. Whether you come in for a routine cleaning or an in-depth procedure, Dr. Afifi brings the skills and experience to treat his patients with comfort and convenience. We proudly serve areas in our communities in Chino, Chino Hills, Ontario, La Verne, Pomona, Diamond Bar, Claremont, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga and surrounding areas of the Inland Empire.

01/20/2025

💭 Did You Know? Chewing Gum Can Be Good for Your Teeth! 🦷✨

Chewing gum often gets a bad rap, but when it’s sugar-free, it can actually support your oral health! Here’s how:

✅ Top Benefits of Chewing Sugar-Free Gum:

1️⃣ Stimulates Saliva Production:
Chewing gum increases saliva flow, which helps wash away food particles, neutralize acids, and strengthen your enamel with minerals like calcium and phosphate.

2️⃣ Fights Dry Mouth:
Dry mouth can increase your risk of cavities. Gum keeps your mouth moist, which is essential for a healthy smile.

3️⃣ Freshens Breath:
Got post-lunch breath? Sugar-free gum with mint flavors keeps your mouth feeling fresh while promoting good oral hygiene.

4️⃣ Reduces Acid Attacks:
After eating or drinking, acids from food and drinks can weaken enamel. Chewing gum helps reduce acid levels in your mouth, protecting your teeth from decay.

🛑 What to Avoid:

Gum with sugar—it feeds harmful bacteria that cause cavities.
Over-chewing—excessive gum use can strain your jaw muscles.
💡 Fun Fact: The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes some sugar-free gums for their role in preventing cavities. Look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance on gum packaging!

📩 Pro Tip: While chewing gum can help, it’s no substitute for brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits. Combine all these for your best oral health!

01/16/2025

✨ New Year, New Smile: Use Your Dental Benefits! ✨

As we step into a fresh new year, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your oral health—and make the most of your dental insurance benefits! 🦷

Here’s why starting early in the year is a smart move:
💡 Maximize Your Coverage: Most dental plans renew in January, meaning your benefits have reset. Whether it’s a routine cleaning, filling, crown, or whitening consultation, you can take full advantage of your yearly coverage starting now.

⏰ Avoid the Rush: Many patients wait until the end of the year to use their benefits, leading to packed schedules. Booking your appointments early ensures you get the care you need at a time that’s convenient for you.

🦷 Start the Year Strong: Routine care prevents bigger issues down the line. A professional cleaning or small treatment now can save you time, money, and discomfort later.

🎯 Your Dental Goals Matter: Whether you’re dreaming of a whiter smile, straighter teeth, or simply a cavity-free year, we’re here to help you achieve your goals.

✨ Ready to get started?

Book your appointment today and make this the year of your best smile yet! Don’t let your benefits go to waste—invest in yourself and your oral health.

📞 Call us at 909-613-0111 or 📩 DM us to schedule your visit.

01/14/2025

✨ Before & After: Anterior Dental Composite Fillings ✨

🦷 Before:
Our patient came in with chipped and worn edges on their front teeth that had been bothering them for years. They felt self-conscious for the holidays about smiling and was concerned that the damage would worsen over time. He wanted a solution that was quick, minimally invasive, and natural-looking.

👩‍🔬 The Solution:
We recommended composite fillings—a versatile and effective option for restoring the aesthetics and function of the front teeth. Using a tooth-colored composite material, we carefully sculpted and bonded the restorations, seamlessly blending them with the patient’s natural teeth.

👀 After:
The results speak for themselves! The patient’s smile is now flawless, with smooth, even edges and a bright, natural appearance. They left our office smiling confidently, thrilled with how effortless and natural their new teeth looked.

What Are Composite Fillings?
Composite fillings are made from a durable, tooth-colored resin material that is perfect for repairing chips, cracks, and decay in front teeth. They’re highly customizable, giving you a result that looks and feels like your own teeth.

Why Choose Composite Fillings?
• Minimally invasive
• Quick and effective treatment
• Natural appearance
• Long-lasting when properly cared for

If you have chipped or damaged teeth, don’t wait to restore your confidence. Let’s create a smile you’ll love to share!

01/13/2025

Myth Busting - "Are Dental X-Rays Dangerous?"
🛑 Myth: Dental X-rays expose you to harmful radiation.
✅ Fact: Dental X-rays use extremely low levels of radiation—so low that a full set of X-rays exposes you to less radiation than a cross-country flight!

Here’s what you need to know:
🔍 Why Are X-Rays Necessary?

Cavity Detection: They reveal decay between teeth that isn’t visible during a regular exam.
--Monitoring Oral Development: They track bone health, wisdom teeth positioning, and orthodontic needs.
--Diagnosing Issues Early: Infections, tumors, or gum disease are often spotted in X-rays before symptoms appear.

🦷 Safety Measures We Use:
Lead aprons shield sensitive areas like your thyroid and abdomen.
Modern digital X-rays use 80-90% less radiation than older methods, ensuring you’re always protected.

💡 Fun Fact: Radiation exposure from a dental X-ray is comparable to eating a handful of bananas 🍌 (yes, they naturally contain trace amounts of radiation!).

12/23/2024

✨ Happy Holidays from Chino Valley Smile Center! ✨

As we wrap up another wonderful year, we want to take a moment to thank YOU—our amazing patients and dental community—for trusting us with your smiles. 😁💙

May your holiday season be filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments with loved ones. 🌟 From our family to yours, we’re wishing you health, happiness, and, of course, bright smiles to carry into the new year! 🦷❄️

12/19/2024

✨ Goodbye Gummy Smile, Hello Confidence! 💖

Meet our wonderful patient, a 32-year-old woman who came to us feeling self-conscious about her gummy smile. Social situations and photos often made her hesitant to show her beautiful smile fully. But not anymore!

💎 The Solution: A quick and precise laser gingivectomy to reduce the appearance of excess gum tissue, revealing more of her natural teeth.

⚡ Why Laser?
Using advanced laser technology, we made the procedure minimally invasive, virtually painless, and with little to no bleeding. The best part? Recovery was smooth, with noticeable results in under a week!

✅ The Results: A stunning, balanced smile that highlights her natural teeth. She left our office with a new sense of confidence—and can’t stop smiling in photos now!

If a gummy smile has been holding you back, know there’s a solution. A laser gingivectomy is quick, effective, and can dramatically enhance your smile aesthetics.

12/18/2024

"Are Dental X-Rays Dangerous?"

Caption:
🛑 Myth: Dental X-rays expose you to harmful radiation.
✅ Fact: Dental X-rays use extremely low levels of radiation—so low that a full set of X-rays exposes you to less radiation than a cross-country flight!

Here’s what you need to know:
🔍 Why Are X-Rays Necessary?

Cavity Detection: They reveal decay between teeth that isn’t visible during a regular exam.
Monitoring Oral Development: They track bone health, wisdom teeth positioning, and orthodontic needs.
Diagnosing Issues Early: Infections, tumors, or gum disease are often spotted in X-rays before symptoms appear.
🦷 Safety Measures We Use:

Lead aprons shield sensitive areas like your thyroid and abdomen.
Modern digital X-rays use 80-90% less radiation than older methods, ensuring you’re always protected.

12/17/2024

"Do Fillings and Crowns Prevent Future Cavities?"

🤔 MYTH: “I’ve had a filling or crown placed, so my tooth is safe from cavities forever.”
✅ FACT: While fillings and crowns restore damaged teeth, they don’t protect the rest of the tooth or surrounding enamel from decay. Without proper care, new cavities can still form around or even under restorations.

Why Doesn’t a Filling or Crown Prevent Cavities?

A filling repairs damaged areas of the tooth but doesn’t make the tooth cavity-proof. Bacteria can still accumulate along the edges (known as margins) of the restoration.
Crowns cover the visible part of a tooth, but decay can still occur at the crown’s edge or at the root if oral hygiene is neglected.

How to Care for Restored Teeth:
🦷 Brush and Floss Daily:
Use fluoride toothpaste to strengthen enamel and protect against decay.
Clean along the gumline and around the restoration edges to remove plaque buildup.

🦷 Avoid Sticky and Sugary Foods:
Foods like candy or caramel can stick to restoration edges, increasing cavity risk.

🦷 Schedule Regular Check-ups:
Professional cleanings and exams help catch problems early. Dentists use X-rays to monitor areas under restorations.

✨ Did You Know? Fillings and crowns are durable but not invincible! Over time, they may wear down, crack, or loosen, which increases the risk of bacteria entering the tooth. Regular maintenance helps extend their life.

📅 Don’t wait for a problem to develop! Book your check-up today to ensure your fillings and crowns stay in top shape.

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12/12/2024

A 12-year-old came to the office after fracturing his front tooth during playing basketball match. It’s every parent’s nightmare, but we’re here to turn that panic into relief.
The damage might have seemed daunting at first, but thanks to the advancements in dental technology, we’re able to restore smiles quickly, safely, and beautifully—all in one visit!
✨ Using high-quality composite material, we rebuilt the missing portion of the tooth. This material not only mimics the natural look of enamel but also provides long-lasting durability. The result? A seamless restoration that’s nearly impossible to distinguish from the original tooth. Most importantly, our young patient left the office smiling confidently.
TIP of the DAY: To all the parents out there, accidents happen. Wear a mouth guard when playing sports to reduce the chances of accidents like this from happening. 🦷

12/11/2024

"How Much Saliva Do You Produce?"

💧 Did you know your mouth is a superpower in disguise? Over your lifetime, your salivary glands will produce about 25,000 liters of saliva—enough to fill two swimming pools!

🦷 Why Does Saliva Matter?
Saliva does more than keep your mouth moist:

- Neutralizes Acids: Saliva protects your teeth by buffering acids that can erode enamel.
- Washes Away Food Particles: It helps cleanse your mouth between meals, reducing cavity risk.
- Prevents Dry Mouth: Keeps gums and soft tissues hydrated, preventing discomfort and bad breath.
- Kickstarts Digestion: The enzymes in saliva begin breaking down food before it reaches your stomach.

🚨 Signs You May Need Help:
A lack of saliva (dry mouth) can increase your risk of cavities, gum disease, and bad breath. It’s often caused by medications, dehydration, or medical conditions like diabetes or Sjögren’s syndrome.

💡 Fun Fact: Your body produces more saliva when you chew, which is why sugar-free gum is recommended for a quick oral health boost!

📅 Concerned about dry mouth or oral health? Book an appointment today for expert guidance and personalized care.

12/10/2024

🛡️ Custom Guards vs. Store-Bought Guards: Which is Right for You? 🏀⚽

Your smile deserves the best protection, especially when you're out on the field, court, or ring. But not all sports guards are created equal! Here's why custom guards are a game-changer:

✨ Custom-Fitted Guards:
✔️ Perfect Fit: Made specifically for your teeth for unmatched comfort and stability.
✔️ Superior Protection: Tailored to absorb impact and reduce risk of dental and jaw injuries.
✔️ Durable and Reliable: Made from high-quality materials that last longer.
✔️ Play Comfortably: No slipping, no bulk—just seamless protection!

🏷️ Store-Bought Guards:
❌ One-Size-Fits-All: Often too big, too small, or uncomfortable to wear.
❌ Limited Protection: May not fully cover teeth or absorb impact effectively.
❌ Short Lifespan: Prone to wear and tear, requiring frequent replacements.

💡 Pro Tip: If you’re serious about protecting your smile, a custom guard is the way to go.

12/08/2024

🚨 Periodontal disease is no joke— If left untreated, it can damage your gums, the bone supporting your teeth, and eventually lead to tooth loss. Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Early detection and proper care are your best defense against gum disease! 🦷Did you know that periodontal disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults? 😲 But the good news is—it’s preventable and treatable! 🦷 Don’t wait for symptoms—schedule a check-up today to keep your gums healthy and your smile intact! 💪

Address

12850 10th Street
Chino, CA
91710

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 4pm
Saturday	8am - 2pm

Website

http://www.ChinoValleySmileCenter.com/

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