Avra Dental
Avra Dental brings you honest, easy-to-understand conversations about dental health from Ventura, California. Hosted by the team at Avra Dental — led by Dr. Tariq Jabaiti, DDS, a faculty member at USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry — this show breaks down what you actually need to know about your teeth, without the pressure or the jargon.
Each episode tackles the questions real patients ask: how to tell whether a treatment plan is right for you, what modern options like prepless (no-drill) veneers and dental implants really involve, how to handle a dental emergency, and why preventive care saves you time and money down the road. It's the same straightforward, no-upselling approach that's earned Avra Dental a 4.8-star reputation with hundreds of Ventura County patients.
Whether you're overdue for a checkup, weighing a cosmetic decision, or just want a second opinion you can trust, you'll leave each episode more confident about your care.
Avra Dental · 1708 S Victoria Ave, Suite B, Ventura, CA 93003 · (805) 941-1001 · avradental.com
Avra Dental brings you honest, easy-to-understand conversations about dental health from Ventura, California. Hosted by the team at Avra Dental — led by Dr. Tariq Jabaiti, DDS, a faculty member at USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry — this show breaks down what you actually need to know about your teeth, without the pressure or the jargon.
Each episode tackles the questions real patients ask: how to tell whether a treatment plan is right for you, what modern options like prepless (no-drill) veneers and dental implants really involve, how to handle a dental emergency, and why preventive care saves you time and money down the road. It's the same straightforward, no-upselling approach that's earned Avra Dental a 4.8-star reputation with hundreds of Ventura County patients.
Whether you're overdue for a checkup, weighing a cosmetic decision, or just want a second opinion you can trust, you'll leave each episode more confident about your care.
Avra Dental · 1708 S Victoria Ave, Suite B, Ventura, CA 93003 · (805) 941-1001 · avradental.com
Episodes

Sep 17, 2026
Sep 17, 2026
19 min
The signs of a dental emergency are pain that wakes you or does not respond to over-the-counter relievers, swelling in the gums, jaw, or face, bleeding that will not slow after steady pressure, a tooth knocked out or deeply cracked, a lost crown or filling, and a pimple-like bump on the gum. Each one calls for same-day care.
In this short episode we walk through how our Ventura team separates an emergency from a problem that can wait, and which situations belong at a hospital emergency room instead. Educational information only — every case is assessed in person.
Avra Dental · 1708 S Victoria Ave B, Ventura, CA 93003 · +1 805-765-3206
Signs and first steps: https://avradental.com/dental-services/emergency-dentist/
Our Google Business Profile post on this topic: https://share.google/3glDX8xrXyKPxFeeC
If any of these signs sound familiar, contact our Ventura dental office to find out more about same-day options.
This episode is narrated using an AI-generated voice. The information it contains was written and reviewed by the Avra Dental team.
Sep 17, 2026
19 min

Sep 16, 2026
Sep 16, 2026
42 sec
Wondering what a full set of dental implants really costs? Dr. Tariq Jabaiti (USC dental faculty) explains the factors that actually drive the price — implant count, bridge vs. denture, and whether grafting is needed first.
Get the full details: https://avradental.com/dental-services/dental-implants/?utm_source=podbean&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=paa&utm_content=audio_full_set_implants_cost
See the related GBP post here: https://share.google/VWvUCPsXFytVb1y5u
#DentalImplants #VenturaDentist #ImplantCost #RestorativeDentistry
Sep 16, 2026
42 sec

Aug 31, 2026
Aug 31, 2026
1 min
What doctor treats gum disease in Ventura? In most cases, it's a general dentist, not a periodontist. This episode breaks down when a general dentist can treat gingivitis and periodontal disease in-house, and when a specialist referral actually makes sense — featuring insight from Dr. Tariq Jabaiti, DDS, a USC dental school faculty member at Avra Dental in Ventura.
Learn more about Gum disease treatment: https://avradental.com/dental-services/gum-disease/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=paa (in description)
Read our Post: https://share.google/2l0rBBKyaqhH3dwWt
#GumDisease #VenturaDentist #DentalHealth #Periodontal #OralHealthPodcast
Aug 31, 2026
1 min

Aug 12, 2026
Aug 12, 2026
1 min
A full set of dental implants in Ventura, CA doesn't come with a fixed price. This audio breaks down the real factors that drive the cost, from implant count and prosthetic type to grafting needs and sedation, plus how to get an accurate, personalized number.
Learn more: https://avradental.com/dental-services/dental-implants/ GMB: https://share.google/SSAnfzXfvJk7ldiXA
#DentalImplants #VenturaCA #RestorativeDentistry #DentalCare #FullMouthReconstruction
Aug 12, 2026
1 min

Jul 31, 2026
Jul 31, 2026
19 min
How much does it actually cost to treat gum disease in Ventura, CA? This audio breaks down the real factors that drive the price, from gingivitis to advanced periodontal disease, and explains why a second opinion is worth getting before committing to any treatment plan.
Visit: https://avradental.com/dental-services/gum-disease/
Find us on Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kbeLWvVREFTXcQWdA
#GumDisease #VenturaDentist #PeriodontalHealth #DentalHealth #VenturaCA
Jul 31, 2026
19 min

Jul 28, 2026
Can You Get Rid Of Gum Disease?
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
16 min
Bleeding gums don't have to be a life sentence. In this episode, we break down the honest answer to a question patients ask all the time: can gum disease actually be cured? Drawing on the approach used at Avra Dental in Ventura — led by USC Dental School faculty member Dr. Tariq Jabaiti — we explain the crucial difference between gingivitis, the early stage that's completely reversible with a professional cleaning and better home care, and periodontitis, where the damage is permanent but can still be stopped and controlled to protect your natural teeth. You'll learn why catching it early changes everything, and what genuinely honest dental care looks like when no one's trying to upsell you.
Jul 28, 2026
16 min

About Avra Dental
At Avra Dental in Ventura, CA, we offer honest, high-tech dental care with no upselling and no pressure. Led by Dr. Tariq Jabaiti, DDS — a faculty member at USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry — our team delivers university-level expertise and clear explanations, so you always know exactly what you need and why.
From cleanings and preventive care to dental implants, emergency visits, and prepless (no-drill) veneers, we provide comprehensive care for the whole family. Whether you want a long-term dental home or an honest second opinion, we're here to help.
Avra Dental · 1708 S Victoria Ave, Suite B, Ventura, CA 93003 · (805) 941-1001 · avradental.com








