Doctor Powell Dentist in Palmdale, California

Name: James Powell, DDS
Last name: Powell
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1985
Years experience: 38
Primary Specialty: Dentist
Business: James D. Powell, D.D.S., P.C.
Address: 41230 11th St. W
Address suite: Ste. F
City: Palmdale
State: California
Zip Code: 93551
Country: US
Consulting Fees: 0$
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges
  • UCLA School of Dentistry Associate Clinical Instructor Restorative Division
Education
  • Dental: DDS, Loma Linda University
GPS coordinates on map: 34.6894,-118.1350021

Primary location
Location name: Lancaster
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 34.6894,-118.1350021
Google plus: https://plus.google.com/+JamesDPowellDDSPCPalmdale/posts?hl=en

James Powell, DDS

Treatments
  • Dental Bonding
  • Dental Crown
  • Dental Implants
  • Lumineers
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Smile Makeover
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Tooth Repair
  • Zoom Whitening

RealSelf Info

Profile views: 1012
Answer count: 11
Star rating: 2.0473720558371
Profile created: May 16, 2011
Profile modified: Oct 2, 2019
Profile photo modified: Feb 21, 2020
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Dentist
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Doctor Designation Start Time: Nov 1, 2011
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Lancaster, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 34.6894,-118.1350021

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
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Upper lip frenulum deformed after accident 2 years ago. Will incision by laser prevent the frenulum f
Frenectomy
Apr 28, 2014
I’d recommend that you visit a Periodontist or a General Dentist who uses laser. The advantage of a laser is that it causes less inflamation, and bio-stimulation which initiates faster healing with less pain versus a scalpel that causes inflammation and slower healing.It is possible that it may grow back with either procedure, however, the success will largely depend on the skill and technique of the dentist.Best Wishes,Dr. Powell
Will Zoom Whitening Adversely Affect my Cosmetically Bonded Front Teeth?
Whitening will not affect your bonded front teeth
Aug 13, 2012
Zoom whitening should not affect your front teeth that are bonded, but be aware that the color of your surrounding teeth may become whiter than your bonded teeth. Your teeth over time become lighter and less white but the bonding material color will always stay the same (although the margins of the bonding may turn darker). Therefore, if you do have the whitening done and the colors do not completely match (esthetically), you might opt to have the composite bonding redone, or try…
Can I Get an Implant and Wait for the Crown Until I Straighten my Teeth?
Braces before implants
Aug 13, 2012
In my experience I have seen greater results when braces are done before the implant is actually placed. There is a lot of bone movement when teeth are being shifted with braces so it would be a good idea to let all the shifting be complete before and implant is placed in the bone, for maximum stability. The braces could even give more space for the implant if it is necessary. Hopefully this makes sense, it would be easier for you to visually see how your jaw bone is specifically with a…
My Dentist Does Not Recommend Veneers Because I Grind my Teeth?
Would suggest consult with cosmetic or specially trained dentist
Aug 7, 2012
Some dentists recommend not to have veneers put on if you’re a grinder because if the actual teeth are being worn, then that means that the veneers would also suffer damage- whether they become worn or even popped off. Some dentists, such as myself, go through specialized training considered neuromuscular dentistry to where they can use TENS units to get the bite where it should be (this has to do with the way the muscles, joints, and bones fit together), then veneers can be placed…
Why Does My Dentist Say I Cant Get an Implant for My Extracted Molar?
Bone grafting could be your answer
May 16, 2012
An implant could be an option for just about anyone. You may not have enough bone in that area due to the infection, but a bone graft could be an option for you. A bone graft could be completed, then an implant could be placed after the bone heals. You would have to have an xray that shows 3D images so the bone level in all aspects could be evaluated-a referral to an oral surgeon or a periodontist may be necessary. If an implant is placed, keep in mind that good oral…
Is There Anything I Can Do for This Chipped Tooth?
You’re never out of luck!
May 16, 2012
The chipped tooth could definitely be fixed, with options such as a composite filling or a porcelain veneer. The only problem is that if it is chipping now, a placed restoration could chip also. You could possibly be grinding or clenching your teeth (during the day or even at night) so the teeth are hitting each other abnormally. It might be a good idea that you have your bite evaluated when the tooth is restored, or maybe you can have a night guard made so it would protect your teeth at night.
Receding Gums from Gingivitis, Can Anything be Done to Help?
Options to Fix Gum Contours
Apr 4, 2012
A couple options to fix your gum contours would be either gingival grafting (taking tissues from elsewhere in the mouth and placing/modeling the gums to where it gives you new contours) or porcelain veneers (placing porcelain over your natural teeth and using the porcelain to fit to your gums-this could also contain some kind of gum surgery). With either option, it would be best to discuss the options with your dentist and/or periodontist so they can design options to your…

Last updated on 12/25/2023