This message from Michelsen Dentistry in Orange CA is about oral cancer. When it comes to oral cancer statistics, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of people who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers…
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Patient Education Is A Priority At Michelsen Dental
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we enjoy providing guidance on dental health. Good dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. When patients are in need of a dental procedure such as a filling or a crown, we take the time…
Can You Handle A Dental Emergency?
Categories: Emergency dentistry
At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we hope you never need emergency dental care. It’s critical, however, to know what to do in such an urgent situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral problems. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. Cut off the…
The Challenge Of Oral Hygiene For Orthodontic Patients
This post from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA is for orthodontic patients. Among our many services, we offer everything from metal to clear braces. There is no doubt about it – it is harder to keep your teeth clean if you wear traditional braces. It’s unfortunate (and ironic) when brace wearers develop tooth decay and…
Is A Tooth Implant The Same As A Dental Crown?
Categories: Dental crowns, Dental implants
What’s the difference between a dental implant and a crown? The relationship betweenthe two can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure. And both can be used with other restorations. In this post from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we’ll try to clear up the confusion. 1. A dental implant can work as a…
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
This post from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA explains why it’s difficult to find out the cost of dental implants in an online search. Trying to find the cost and getting a simple answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that. It can be confusing to research the cost of getting a…
Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
In this post from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we’ll take a look at smile transformations. Some Orange patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. Is the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips in…
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
A healthy smile is priceless, and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment. At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we are committed to superior dentistry and to maintaining the dental health of each of our patients. The cost for treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise when you go…
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
For those people who feel tooth pain when you sip your morning coffee, or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Michelsen Dental in Orange CA is here for you. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can lead to receding gums, which causes the…
Making Life Sweet?
Categories: Dental health
Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we want to remind you what it is that sugar can do to your teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and…
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