Bad habits like chewing on pencils and pens or crunching on ice can potentially chip one of your teeth. This is even more likely to be a problem if you grind your teeth at night without the protection of a quality dental guard. Even if the chipped tooth doesn’t cause discomfort you should still have it examined and treated at... read more »

Would you like to upgrade and enhance your smile? Cleaning your teeth should be a task that everyone undertakes in order to maintain a happy smile with superb oral health. Likewise, if you do not clean your orthodontic treatments, including your braces, they will not be able to function or serve you appropriately. Listed below are a few terrific questions... read more »

Activate your oral health care shine with Zoom! whitening treatments. With the help of a professional treatment such as Zoom!, your teeth will be brighter and whiter than ever before. Zoom! whitening can even reverse damaging stains and discolorations caused by aging. For a more detailed list of what Zoom! can offer, see below: - Zoom! whitening kits work by... read more »

Many people believe their smile is perfect when they complete orthodontic treatment in Irvine, California. However, even though it appears perfect, it’s not quite there yet. In fact, you need to do all you can to take good care of your teeth and gums so you can have the best orthodontic and oral health results possible. To help you know... read more »

Gum disease attacks the gums and tissues that surround and support the teeth. This infection is a one of the main causes of tooth loss in adults. Gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky bacteria that form on the teeth. Gum disease is usually painless, so you may not know that you have it. However, there are some warning... read more »

Losing a tooth can present some serious complications for your oral health and function. Even if you adapt to the decreased ability to chew or the alterations to your appearance, it could still lead to orthodontic complications. Fortunately, Dr. Don Niu can help prevent these complications. One of the most effective dental restorations is to have a dental implant installed.... read more »

While it might not be obvious, your tooth enamel is actually riddled with microscopic pores and textures. Poor oral hygiene and a propensity for enjoying acidic foods and beverages can gradually create a mildly acidic environment in your mouth. This can cause these pores to grow as your tooth enamel slowly erodes. In many cases of enamel erosion, it often... read more »

Are you reaching expert-level status for flossing yet? If not, do not fret as it is a skill that can constantly be improved as you can spend three minutes a day fine-tuning your skills. In no time at all, you can go from a crooked flosser with bad techniques to an oral hygiene superstar. You can floss like a boss... read more »

Cosmetic dentistry is becoming more and more advanced every year. No longer are we designated to simply brushing and flossing for a healthy smile, although strong oral hygiene habits set the foundation for good oral health along with regular professional dental cleanings, but today's dentistry offers expanded options when it comes to creating a beautiful, healthy smile.  You can achieve... read more »

Here at Irvine Dental Group, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles.... read more »