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!
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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!
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Do you need an emergency dental appointment? It’s 10:00pm on a Friday night. You’re tooth starting aching this morning and you’ve tried ice packs, over-the-counter pain relievers, and whatever else you can find on the internet, but nothing is helping. You’re having a dental emergency! When you need us most, we want to be here for you! That’s why Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson and the Advanced Dental Care team in Costa Mesa, CA are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your comfort and convenience!
(more…)Brushing our teeth at least two minutes, twice a day is one of the most effective methods for maintaining good oral health in between visits to the dentist. Proper brushing technique is equally important to ensure effectiveness and to prevent any damage to the enamel and gums.
Brushing too hard can lead to:
If you use a manual toothbrush, we highly suggest you use a soft-bristled toothbrush. Even better, we offer two fantastic toothbrushes at Advanced Dental Care: Sonicare and Oral-B. Our RDH Lisa Thurm prefers the Oral B Professional 5000. The round toothbrush head allows for easy access to all surfaces of the tooth and the rotating bristles work effectively to remove plaque and tartar.
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By Dr. Jeremy B. Jorgenson
Bad breath is the unpleasant side effect of the active bacteria in our mouths, foods we eat, smoking/tobacco use, poor dental health, and other medical conditions. More often than not, bad breath can be kept under control by regular brushing and flossing, including after meals. If you notice you are experiencing bad breath more frequently, this may be a sign of an underlying issue such as periodontal (gum) disease, infection, dry mouth caused by medication or mouth breathing, or diseases including acid reflux, liver disorders, kidney disorders, diabetes, cancers, etc. (more…)
By Elizabeth M. Thurm, RDH
Fluoride is an all natural element that is present in water supplies, minerals, and many foods. When it is delivered to the tooth surface it can dramatically reduce the rate of caries and have a reparative effect. Fluoride treatment works primarily and most effectively as a topical mechanism (whether it is being delivered through drinking tap water, foods, products, or beverages) to remineralize tooth structure, to prevent demineralization and to inhibit plaque bacteria. When fluoride is present on the tooth surface and in plaque it inhibits acid demineralization by reducing the solubility of the tooth mineral. Fluoride treatment accelerates the remineralization process by adsorbing to mineral crystals within the tooth and attracting calcium ions. In addition, fluoride ions incorporate into the remineralizing tooth structure, resulting in the development of fluorapatite-like crystals. These crystals are less soluble than the original enamel mineral and make remineralized lesions less susceptible to future demineralization.
In plain English, fluoride helps strengthen your teeth and prevents them from eroding!
Everyone can benefit from the use of fluoride treatment and it’s effects through their toothpaste, although, some patients may need an added amount due to different circumstances such as root exposure, sensitivity, high plaque levels, dry mouth and the individual’s caries risk. Don’t forget to ask your dentist or dental hygienist if you can benefit from added amounts of fluoride.
Welcome to our Be Smile Smart blog. Dr. Jeremy B. Jorgenson is the owner and dentist at Advanced Dental Care in Costa Mesa, CA. Dr. Jorgenson and the Advanced Dental Care staff service all of Orange County and beyond. We are a full-service dental office specializing in family and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Jorgenson invests in state-of-the-art equipment and staff to bring you the latest in minimally invasive dental procedures performed by qualified, caring providers.
If you follow us on social media (we’re on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+), you might have noticed we tag content that pertains to keeping your smile healthy and beautiful with #BeSmileSmart. Now you can also visit this Be Smile Smart blog to read more in-depth articles about creating and maintaining a dazzling smile!
If you ever have specific requests for information on oral health, dental procedures or anything at all, please submit it here and we will do the research for you! Knowledge is power and we want to make sure our patients and friends have the best information to make the best decisions about their health. Dental procedures may seem complicated and scary, but our goal is to educate and care for our patients so they have nothing to worry about! We will take care of everything for you. Sit back and relax. It’s dentistry so simple, it will make you smile.
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