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Help! I have a Broken Tooth. Do I need Emergency Dental Care?

June 16, 2017

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Have 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!

How and why do teeth break?

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.

Can a broken tooth be saved?

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.

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When to see your dentist?

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!.

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Cosmetic Dentistry Can Change Your Life!

May 9, 2017

Cosmetic Dentistry in Costa Mesa

Do you avoid smiling, because you don’t like about your smile? Best Cosmetic Dentist - Best Family Dentist - Costa Mesa - Orange Country - OC - Cosmetic DentistryDid 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!

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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.

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Emergency Dental Appointments in Costa Mesa – We can help!

March 27, 2017

Advanced Dental Care - Costa Mesa - Orange County - Emergency Dentist - Emergency Dental Appointments - Saturday DentistDo 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!

Emergency Dental Care in Costa Mesa

There are many times when a patient is experiencing pain, discomfort, swelling, redness, etc.  It could be as simple as sensitivity resulting from teeth grinding to decay that has reached the root canal to a cancerous lesion on the gums.  Without seeing a dentist, you simply don’t know if you need to be seen for an emergency dental appointment!

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  • Toothache due to decay or gum irritation
  • Bleeding, swelling, redness
  • Chipped tooth
  • Cracked tooth
  • Loss of temporary filling or crown
  • Abscess
  • Physical trauma
  • Loss of tooth

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Are you brushing too hard

February 24, 2016

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:

  • Sensitivity
  • Gum recession
  • Worn Enamel
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  • Red, swollen gums

How to prevent brushing too hard?

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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Just Bad Breath or Halitosis

August 3, 2015

By Dr. Jeremy B. Jorgenson

What Causes Bad Breath?

Don't let bad breath get you down.

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…)

Are you getting the Fluoride Treatment you deserve

January 20, 2015

By Elizabeth M. Thurm, RDH

The Importance of Fluoride

Fluoride Treatment Benefits

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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 Advanced Dental Care

January 6, 2015

New Costa Mesa Dentistry

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.

Stay Tuned and Be Smile Smart!

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