At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of the questions…
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Your Smile Doesn’t Have To Show Your Age

As we grow older we experience many physical changes, from wrinkles to gray hair to aches and pains that come out of nowhere. Fortunately, your smile can remain attractive and healthy with a little help from cosmetic and restorative dentistry at Michelsen Dental in Orange CA. Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of…
Smile Transformations At Michelsen Dental

This post is for people who aren’t comfortable with their smiles. Cosmetic Dentistry from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA may be just what they need! Common complaints we hear about include yellow, misaligned, or missing teeth, too much or too little gum tissue, or weakened teeth. Few of us have naturally beautiful smiles. Cosmetic dentistry…
You, Only Better

Having a flawless smile is a personal benefit that you can’t put a pricetag on. Is your smile less than flawless? You’re not alone! But with cosmetic dentistry from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, those flaws can be corrected. Before we continue, though, we must point out a misconception. A lot of people think that…
Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?

In this blog post from Michelsen Dental in Orange CA we are going to talk about dry mouth, an unpleasant condition that can have a negative impact on your dental health. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STOE-me-uh. It’s a common side effect of certain medications, and is also common…
Don’t Settle For An Unattractive Smile

No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we have the cosmetic dentistry solutions for your smile issues. Cosmetic dentistry refers to a group of procedures that, individually or collectively, create positive changes to your smile. One procedure, such…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?

At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA we use dental crowns in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching the crown to…
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?

If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine? We’re asked about this from time to time at Michelsen Dental in Orange CA. Our answer is short and sweet: “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not…
Why Aren’t You Smiling?

It’s unfortunate, but true: a lot of people don’t smile because they are embarrassed by the state of their teeth. At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, cosmetic dentistry can improve just about any aspect of your smile! When we think of smiles, the first thing we think of are the teeth, of course. But we…
Why Visit The Dentist?

At Michelsen Dental in Orange CA, we want to see each one of our patients for a cleaning and checkup twice a year. Most of the time we try to schedule your next appointment even as you leave the office from your latest one. There are some very good reasons for that. Along with daily…