Having a white and bright smile can be very beneficial. If you have recently whitened your smile, you most likely love your appearance more and you most likely experience a higher self-confidence. Our dentists, Drs. Niu, Yuen, Wong and Dang, always want you to love your smile. If you’re interested in maintaining the results of your whitening treatment for as... read more »

If you have any aches or pains in your mouth, there is a chance you have a toothache. Toothaches are infections that are routinely caused by periodontal disease, cracked teeth, and tooth decay. If a toothache does occur, it is important to make sure it is treated immediately before it can do further damage. If you believe a pain in... read more »

Cavities, which are caused by tooth decay, require attention or they will turn into bigger problems down the line. You may not even know that you have a cavity until the decay has reached the dentin. This means that the decay has passed through the tooth enamel to attack the softer dentin below. Once it reaches the dentin, which is... read more »

Your child’s teeth can last a lifetime (that is, if their permanent teeth have grown into place), and they need to take good care of them. Unfortunately, there are many things in the world today, especially habits, that can harm your child’s smile and damage their teeth and gums. Today, Dr. Don Niu would like to talk about a few... read more »

The connection between dentistry and sedation has been well documented for many years. Sedatives often help patients to de-stress before procedures so they can be done safely with as minimal amount of pain as possible. Finding the right sedative is key based on the oral health treatments you require. Gas sedatives such as laughing gas can be used for a... read more »

Dental crowns are a common way to restore a damaged smile. To help you understand more about dental crowns, our staff here at Irvine Dental Group in Irvine, California, is happy to give you some information so you can decide if crowns are right for you. Professional dental crowns are a cap that goes over a tooth and can be... 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 »

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 »