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…
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Is A Tooth Implant The Same As A Dental Crown?
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?
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
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
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
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?
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…
Not Too Late To Get Them Straight
Are you an adult with misaligned teeth? Do you regret not having orthodontic treatment when you were a teen? It’s not too late to straighten your teeth – and at Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, you can do it more discreetly than you may imagine with clear braces. If you don’t want the whole world…
Beware Of Hidden Sugar
At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we tell our patients to watch their sugar intake in order to prevent cavities and other health issues. If you are trying to get as much sugar out of your diet as possible, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar…
Protect Teeth From Cracks
Ouch! No one wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so in this blog post from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem. The first thing to remember is that avoiding a cracked tooth is not rocket science. You should steer clear of…