Have you ever wondered why you need to have your teeth professionally cleaned? Seeing your dentist regularly is important for many reasons, but professional cleanings are essential to maintaining good oral hygiene. Check out what our patients have to say about us!
There any many types of teeth whitening on the market, some available for purchase over-the-counter and some administered in a dental office. If you’ve ever tried teeth whitening strips or teeth whitening toothpaste, you may have seen little to no change in the shade of your teeth. If you’ve ever done in-office professional teeth whitening, you know that to see the most effective results, whitening should be performed by a professional.
Dental veneers are an excellent, permanent solution to achieving that perfect smile. Whether you’re wanting to fix a cracked tooth, chipped tooth, broken tooth, straighten teeth, or just need to update your smile, there are some key things you should do to prepare for your appointment. If you have not already had a dental veneer consultation, schedule one! The first step is getting the information you need to be able to move forward with veneers. Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson and the Advanced Dental Care team are here to help with all of your questions!
How many times have you found yourself scrutinizing your smile in the mirror? Or analyzing your smile in photos on Facebook and Instagram? You’ve probably thought that achieving your perfect smile is simply out of reach, but what you might not know is that there are so many implant & cosmetic dentistry options for improving your smile.
Possessing a strong sense of pride and well-being leads to more smiling and smiling is known to be contagious. People who love their smile tend to be happier, more outgoing, and more successful. Implant & cosmetic dentistry help you achieve these goals by improving the look and health of your smile. So what are you waiting for?
Common reasons people don’t love their smile include staining, chipped teeth, cracked teeth, small teeth, large teeth, gum recession, gummy smile, crooked teeth, crowded teeth, overlapping teeth, overbite, under bite, and missing teeth. The great news is all of these conditions can be treated right in our Costa Mesa dental office by Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson.
Dental implants are a great long-term solution to replacing missing teeth. We strongly recommend choosing an experienced doctor and an implant made by a reputable company. Remember, cheaper is definitely not better when it comes to your health.
We place dental implants in a 3-step process. During step 1, we place the implant screw into the jaw and allow 3-4 months for the jaw bone to grow in around the screw like a natural tooth root. You will have a temporary tooth during this time.
Next, we place the custom abutment and prep for the permanent crown. The custom abutment is the anchor for the dental crown and made for the specific screw that was placed. In the last step, we cement the permanent crown, all-ceramic, strong, natural-looking tooth, that attaches to the abutment.
There are many procedures that fall under Cosmetic Dentistry so we want to tell you about our top 4 ways to quickly and effectively enhance 
the look of your smile.
We offer 3 types of teeth whitening at our Costa Mesa dental office. Depending on types of staining, condition of teeth, sensitivity level, and budget, we will recommend the best solution to achieve the best results. See Jose R. here and Kathy B. here.
Dental bonding is also a great way to quickly repair chips or add size or dimension to a tooth. The bonding procedure is similar to dental fillings in that we use the same composite material and match the composite to your tooth shade for a natural looking repair in just one visit. See Courtney D. here and Alicia M. here.
Dental veneers are thin-sheets of porcelain that we bond to the front of your tooth. The great thing about dental veneers is that you can change the look, shade, and shape of your smile allowing you to choose the type of smile you want to achieve. The veneers are custom-made just for when and to the specifications you choose with Dr. Jorgenson. See Libby J. here.
Invisalign is also an orthodontic procedure and provides not only a more desirable smile, but a healthier one too! Straight teeth in the correct alignment often resolves many grinding, clenching, TMJ, gum recession, and plaque/tartar issues that result from crooked or misaligned teeth. The Invisalign process starts with a custom treatment plan with custom made trays just for you! The teeth slowly move into the correct position until treatment is complete. With Invisalign you also have the added benefit of being able to take the trays out to eat and to brush your teeth. See Mike P. here.
Explore your options during a consult with Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson at our Costa Mesa dental office today! Call 714-424-9099 or book online anytime at www.mycostamesadentist.com.
Have you scheduled your child’s dental appointment?Did you know that children who miss their regularly scheduled child’s dental appointments could suffer both health and academic consequences? According to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health, “Children with poorer oral health status were more likely to experience dental pain, miss school, and perform poorly in school.”¹ As a parent, we know your number one priority is to ensure the health and well-being of your child. You can ensure your child’s dental health is in tip-top shape by seeing your dentist before the school year starts!
At your child’s dental appointment, our team will ensure that your child’s smile is free of decay and provide the necessary preventative care to keep them healthy until their next visit. Depending on the age of your child and how frequent they visit 
ental hygienists will then perform a hygiene exam to check the gums and tongue for any signs of trouble. Then Dr. Jorgenson will perform his comprehensive exam to check for any abnormalities, decay, or possible future issues to monitor.
If the exams and x-rays show no signs of disease, decay, or other dental health issues, we will perform a teeth cleaning, polish the teeth, and apply fluoride to protect the tooth enamel (as needed). Before the end of the child’s dental appointment, one of our hygienists will review tips for maintaining a happy, healthy smile! This includes proper brushing and flossing technique and review of foods and drinks that are good or bad for teeth. Children can practice using a toothbrush on an oversized mouth model for education and for fun!
During your child’s dental comprehensive exam, there may be conditions discovered that require treatment. Depending on the condition, the necessary treatment can be performed immediately in our Costa Mesa dental office or just something Dr. Jorgenson wants to keep an eye on. Any possible issues will be discussed in full, allowing time for discussion of all treatment options, and any questions you or your child might have. Some common conditions include:
We know that most children (and most adults) don’t love going to the dentist. Our professional and knowledgeable dental team understand this and are also parents. We have tools and techniques to help ensure your child is comfortable and relaxed throughout their child’s dental appointment. If your child has a more severe dental anxiety, please call to ask about conscious oral sedation. Remember the more familiar your child is with Dr. Jorgenson, our hygienists, our assistants, and our office staff, the more comfortable he or she will be on subsequent visits.
Our office is in-network with almost all PPO Dental Insurances and offers our own Be Smile Smart dental plan for patients with no dental insurance. Most dental insurance plans cover exams, x-rays, and cleanings at 100% meaning no out-of-pocket costs to you!
For more information on your child’s dental appointment or proper dental care for children, please contact us at (714) 424-9099 or visit us online at www.mycostamesadentist.com. We offer early morning, late evening, and Saturday dental appointments to accommodate your family’s busy schedule!
We love back to school season at Advanced Dental Care — but we also know kids’ dental health can get a little out of whack during August and September. Bruxism, or nighttime teeth grinding, may occur as your child starts to adjust their sleeping schedules to wake up early again. As your child gets back into the figurative grind, make sure their teeth aren’t getting into one, too. Learn more about preventing stress and associated bruxism in this week’s blog post from your dentist in Costa Mesa, Dr. Jeremy B. Jorgenson!
Emergency Dental Care in Costa MesaHave a broken tooth? Often times patients do not come to see their dentist unless a dental condition has become urgent and painful! By the time a patient is experiencing acute, sharp, throbbing pain, the condition is not so cute. Whether you just broke a tooth or have had a broken tooth for some time, it is best to see your dentist ASAP!
Teeth can break for a variety of reasons, including physical injury, biting into a hard or tough piece of food, decay that weakens the tooth enamel. They can chip, crack, or fracture, damaging one or more layers of the tooth, and break above, at, or below the gum line. Fractures of the tooth root, which are not visible to the eye, are also serious and consequently damage the blood vessels and nerves that supply the tooth. Lastly, your tooth can become loosened or displaced from their socket.
Depending on the severity of damage to the tooth and its root and how fast you act, your dentist has more opportunities to save your tooth! Surface chips and cracks can most often be fixed with fillings or bonding. Cracks or fractures that extend beyond the gum line, can be more difficult to repair, requiring a root canal and/or dental crown.
Infections in decayed or broken teeth can spread to the surrounding gum tissue, jaw bone, and can even become systemic. Your dentist can treat the infection and may be able to repair the tooth, however, some infected teeth cannot be saved. Teeth that have lost blood and nerve supply, necrosis, are usually recommended to remove.
If the tooth cannot be saved, don’t worry! There are many tooth replacement options available to restore your smile to its full function and aesthetic. At Advanced Dental Care in Costa Mesa, we offer personalized treatment to your condition and budget, including dental implants, several types of dental bridges, crowns, and dentures.
Physical trauma or injury to your face or head or excessive bleeding, swelling, or pain are serious. Please get emergency care immediately! When you take swift action, injuries resulting from trauma have the best chance for recovery. In addition, swelling, extreme pain, redness, and heat, can all be signs of a serious infection.
A tooth with a large chip, crack, or break at or near the gum line, may not bleed or swell, but be very painful. The biggest risks associated with large or deep cracks/chips is damage to the nerve and blood supply and infection. Call your dentist as soon as possible to get in for emergency dental care!
You may not notice when you have small chips or fractures, while other chips might be sharp or jagged. Sharp or jagged chips cause irritation to your tongue and cheeks. You should still see your dentist as soon as possible, even if you are not currently experiencing pain. Small cracks and chips can expose the inner layers of your teeth leaving them susceptible to decay, infection, and further breakage.
Call now for your free consultation with Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson at our Costa Mesa dentist office. We are available by phone at (714) 424-9099 anytime or visit us online at www.mycostamesadentist.com. In addition, we are in network with all PPO dental insurances! No dental insurance? No problem! We also offer our own plan with no maximum or deductibles, and most importantly, you can sign up today!.
Dr. Jeremy B. Jorgenson
Cosmetic dentistry can be used to quickly and easily fix imperfections in your smile. Cosmetic bonding and dental fillings can be great options to repair a chipped tooth or alter the size and shape of a tooth in just one visit! And you’re in great hands at Advanced Dental Care.. Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson is not only the best dentist in Costa Mesa, but an artist when it comes to restoring teeth with cosmetic bonding or dental fillings!
Cosmetic bonding is a procedure that uses a composite resin or a dense, formable plastic that looks and feels just like the enamel on your tooth. The composite material can be used to fill in chips or to add length or width to a tooth to achieve the size and shape you desire. With a skilled dentist like Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson, you can achieve the look you want in just one visit. Dr. Jorgenson will review the bonding process and collaborate with you to determine the size, shape, and color you desire. Then he will directly apply the composite material to your tooth and use a curing light to harden the material. Voila! You have a beautiful, strong, healthy smile!
Check out our patient Courtney’s 10 minute bonding transformation!
Dental fillings are used when the tooth is decayed or fractured requiring both a clinical and cosmetic fix. Dr. Jorgenson uses the same composite resin used in dental bonding, but also removes any decay from the tooth ensuring the tooth is healthy and prepped for the bonding. Both the indirect and direct bonding techniques are actually comprised of several procedures.
Prepping the Tooth: may be necessary to trim away any decayed or sharp surfacesEach step is necessary to ensure that your bonding restoration is the perfect size, shape, smoothness, and color to achieve the best function, health, and aesthetic of the tooth!
To schedule your free consultation with the best dentist in Costa Mesa, Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson, you can call or text us at (714) 424-9099 or book right on our website at www.mycostamesadentist.com!
Do you avoid smiling, because you don’t like about your smile? 
Did you know Cosmetic Dentistry in Costa Mesa can be simple and affordable?
When you are happy, it’s only natural you want to smile, but if you’re hiding your smile, because of a chipped tooth, discolored tooth, or missing teeth, you’re not experiencing the happiness you deserve. Cosmetic dentistry has so many options to help you get a smile you’re proud of and improves your overall health. Even better, it doesn’t have to cost you a ton of money. Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson to learn about the cosmetic dental options that are perfect for you!
Cosmetic dentistry is a specialty within the dental field. A cosmetic dentist is specially trained toto create the most aesthetic smile for each patient’s facial structure, proportions, and desired look. Cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry often overlap, because repairing, replacing, and restoring teeth for cosmetic purposes can also improve function! Examples of cosmetic dentistry services include:
Call Advanced Dental Care in Costa Mesa to set up your free cosmetic dentistry consultation now at (714) 424-9099. We also offer a variety of finance options. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is available 24/7 to help you determine what options are best for you!
You can also reach us by email at info@mycostamesadentist.com or book online right from our website at www.mycostamesdentist.com!
Dr. Jeremy B. Jorgenson
Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson is the owner/dentist of Advanced Dental Care located at 3033 Bristol St. Ste. AA, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
So you’re finally ready to have that straight, healthy smile you know you’ve always deserved? Excellent! As Invisalign Preferred Providers, we are here to make sure you understand the Invisalign process every step of the way! Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson is your invislign provider in costa mesa along with all of our amazing team at Advanced Dental Care in Costa Mesa have completed Invisalign treatment. We know first hand what to expect and how to achieve the best outcomes for your treatment!
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