Stages of Gum Disease

Caused by bacteria in plaque, gum disease can lead to pain, inflammation, and tooth loss. Though gum disease can occur at any age, it is most commonly seen in adults. Conservative estimates suggest that 80 percent of adults in this country have some level of gum...

What is Preventive Dentistry?

Did you know that a full mouth reconstruction can cost up to $80,000? Not taking care of your teeth and gums can impact your dental health, overall wellness, and pocketbook. Preventive dentistry focuses on home hygiene care and routine dental checkups so that you can...

The Scoop on Wisdom Teeth

Usually in your late teens and early twenties, your final set of molars, or wisdom teeth, erupt. Some people never have any issues with their wisdom teeth, but usually these molars are misaligned and require removal. Wisdom teeth that come in crooked can crowd other...

The Facts about Dental Implants at our Newport Beach CA Dental Office

Missing teeth can make you feel self-conscious and compromise your oral health. With an incomplete smile, remaining teeth may shift, other teeth may be lost, and your diet may suffer. Dental implants can restore the health and appearance of your smile. Designed to...

Test Your Dental Know-How

Everybody knows basic oral health care: brush twice a day and floss regularly. Beyond these simple facts, many people may not know the truth about other important dental care tips. You only get one set of teeth, so it’s important to take good care of them. Take the...

Stop Snoring and Get Some Sleep

Estimates suggest that as many as 90 million people in the United States keep themselves or their sleep partners awake with snoring. In fact, about 45 percent of men and 30 percent of women snore regularly. The rough, vibrating sound made during sleep, snoring is...