Fluoride is present in most of the foods we eat, and tap water in the US has been treated with the mineral (a process known as fluoridation) due to its benefits for oral health. Most people know that fluoride has been linked to healthy teeth, but do you know why fluoride is necessary? Dr. Jorgenson, your Costa Mesa dentist, explains the function of the mineral and your smile’s need for it.
At Advanced Dental Care, we don’t just treat our patients, we get to know them! It’s one of the greatest perks of our job. Our patients are amazing people, doing amazing things in our communities and we want you to know about them.
Our first Featured Patient Spotlight is actually two patients: Devin and Courtney Lucas! The Lucas’ are no stranger to the Costa Mesa community. They are the local business owners of Lucas Real Estate and active supporters of the Costa Mesa community. We first met the Lucas’ at the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce. We are so glad we get to know them. Now they are loyal patients, real estate gurus, and oh-so-happy new parents!
Devin and Courtney Lucas of Lucas Real Estate
Devin R. Lucas is a real estate attorney, broker and REALTOR® specializing in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Orange County communities, along with real estate legal issues throughout California. Mr. Lucas was named the “2014 REALTOR® of the Year” by the Newport Beach Association of REALTORS®, served as a Director of the California Association of REALTORS®, is an active member of multiple local and statewide REALTOR® committees, serves on the Board of the Orange County Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm Section and is an active member of the Orange County Bar Association’s Real Estate Section.
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A long time ago, losing a tooth was an exciting occassion. Remember? You put the tooth under your pillow, the tooth fairy came while you were sleeping, and in the morning.. CASH! As an adult, tooth loss is not an exciting occassion. The reasons for tooth loss—severe decay, injury, damage, periodontal disease and infection—are all quite serious. Missing teeth can cause bone loss and really impact how you feel about your smile. Replacing missing teeth is essential to both your oral and overall health. There are several options for tooth replacement such as dentures or a multi-unit crown and bridge, but for the most functional and aesthetic results, dental implants are the preferred choice.
By Libby Dahl
I wanted to write a blog post about my recent wisdom teeth removal experience. When I was younger, I had a gap in between my two front teeth. I was always told that when my wisdom teeth came in the gap would close itself. However, around age 16, my wisdom teeth still had not come in. I went through a dramatic and socially devastating 9 month traditional braces treatment in 10th grade, but my gap was finally closed. At some point in my 20s, I grew two wisdom teeth on the top only. At first they did not bother me, but since I did not have bottom wisdom teeth, the top ones super-erupted and were longer than my regular molars.
Wisdom Teeth
Over the last few years as long work days and stress increased, I began grinding my teeth at night and clenching which cause the super-erupted molars to dig into my cheeks and gums. Just before Christmas, our hygienist Lisa Thurm was cleaning my teeth and informed me that I had two large cavities on each of my wisdom teeth. I told her that I had no idea, because I hadn’t experienced any pain, and that it was hard to get my toothbrush back there. The last straw was during the holidays. My jaw, teeth, and cheeks had just about had it. I finally asked Dr. Jorgenson if he could pull them for me. I help patients with wisdom teeth removal all the time, but never had experienced it myself. I have heard of many different experiences from wisdom teeth removal that seemed extreme and unpleasant; however, I knew I was in excellent hands with Dr. Jorgenson. I wasn’t nervous, but at the same time wasn’t sure what to expect.
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This week we are joining the nation in honoring and appreciating our registered dental assistants (RDA)! Jayme Branch is our wonderful, fantastic, amazing lead dental assistant at Advanced Dental Care in Costa Mesa, CA. We wanted to take this opportunity to tell the rest of the world more about Jayme and why she makes our office a better place by having her in it! (more…)
