Irvine, CA Dentist - Heritage Family Dental

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Our Irvine Dental Practice

When you visit our Irvine dentist, your healthy smile is our top priority. For the past 18 years, Heritage Family Dental has been providing high quality dental care to the residents Irvine and the surrounding communities of Lake Forest, Tustin, Costa Mesa, and Laguna Niguel. Our entire team is dedicated to listening and serving you with the personalized, trusted care that you deserve. We welcome you to our practice and look forward to building a lifelong relationship as your family's dental care provider.

Visit With Our Irvine Dentist

At Heritage Family Dental, we offer a team of dental health professionals with an unbeatable focus on training and clinical skills. We understand the importance of helping you maintain a healthy smile, and we pride ourselves in the quality of care that is offered. Our ongoing education and learning ensure that you have access to the best dental services available today. You can expect the latest products, techniques, and equipment in our modern dental office. When you visit with our Irvine dentist, rest assured knowing that you are accessing state-of-the-art dental treatments.

While we offer the most advanced dental technology and services, it is our kindness and compassion that enable us to treat each patient as an extended member of our family. This commitment to the health and well-being of our patients throughout the Irvine, CA area has allowed Heritage Family Dental to become the highly regarded dental wellness center that it is today.

Our Comprehensive Irvine Dental Services

As two of the premier dentists in Irvine, Dr. Gregory Clibon and Dr. Chris Herring provide a comprehensive scope of dental services in our modern, high tech dental office.

Our wide range of family and cosmetic dental treatments allow us to conveniently care for patients with all types of dental needs within our office, so our patients don't need to utilize multiple dental specialists like other offices. Some of our most popular dental services include:

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New patients click here to learn about appointments & payment options as well as find answers to frequently asked questions, download patient forms & more.

Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs. This website is a resource we hope you’ll find both useful and interesting.

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Please browse through our website and be sure to contact us if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment. You may also use our online appointment request form to schedule your appointment.

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Business Hours:
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:  9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:  8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:  8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:  8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
(closed some Friday's)

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Endodontics Home Care Dental Emergencies Sealants Dental Exams & Cleanings Periodontal Disease Simple Tooth Extractions Fluoride Treatment Orthodontics Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Porcelain Inlays Periodontics Porcelain Onlays Digital X-Rays Restorations Porcelain Fixed Bridges Porcelain Crowns (Caps)Composite Fillings

Endodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry that deals with the complex structures found inside the teeth. The Greek word “Endodontics” literally means “inside the tooth,” and relates to the tooth pulp, tissues, nerves and arterioles. Endodontists receive additional dental training after completing dental school to enable them to perform both complex and simple procedures, including root canal therapy. Historically, a tooth with a diseased nerve would be removed immediately, but endodontists are now able to save the natural tooth in...

A beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime is our ultimate goal when treating patients. Your personal home care plays an important role in achieving that goal. Your personal home care starts by eating balanced meals, reducing the number of snacks you eat, and correctly using the various dental aids that help control the plaque and bacteria that cause dental disease. Tooth brushing – Brush your teeth at least twice a day (especially before going to bed at night) with an ADA approved soft bristle brush and toothpaste. ...

Dental emergencies are quite frightening and often painful. Prompt treatment is almost always required to alleviate pain and to ensure the teeth have the best possible chance of survival. Sometimes teeth become fractured by trauma, grinding or biting on hard objects. In other cases, fillings, crowns and other restorative devices can be damaged or fall out of the mouth completely. If there is severe pain, it is essential to make an appointment with the dentist as quickly as possible. The pain caused by dental emergencies almost always...

A sealant is a thin, plastic coating applied to the chewing surface of molars, premolars and any deep grooves (called pits and fissures) of teeth. More than 75% of dental decay begins in these deep grooves. Teeth with these conditions are hard to clean and are very susceptible to decay. A sealant protects the tooth by sealing deep grooves, creating a smooth, easy to clean surface. Sealants can protect teeth from decay for many years, but need to be checked for wear and chipping at regular dental visits. Reasons for sealants: Children and...

Dental Exam A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will perform the following: Examination of diagnostic X-rays (radiographs): Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss. X-rays also help determine tooth and root positions. Oral cancer screening: Check the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for any signs of oral cancer. Gum disease...

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What should I do if I have bad breath?

Bad breath (halitosis) can be an unpleasant and embarrassing condition. Many of us may not realize that we have bad breath, but everyone has it from time to time, especially in the morning. There are various reasons one may have bad breath, but in healthy people, the major reason is due to... ...Read More

How often should I brush and floss?

Brushing and flossing help control the plaque and bacteria that cause dental disease. Plaque is a film of food debris, bacteria, and saliva that sticks to the teeth and gums. The bacteria in plaque convert certain food particles into acids that cause tooth decay. Also, if plaque is not removed,... ...Read More

Are amalgam (silver) fillings safe?

Over the years there has been some concern as to the safety of amalgam (silver) fillings. An amalgam is a blend of copper, silver, tin and zinc, bound by elemental mercury. Dentists have used this blended metal to fill teeth for more than 100 years. The controversy is due to claims that the... ...Read More

How often should I have a dental exam and cleaning?

You should have your teeth checked and cleaned at least twice a year, though your dentist or dental hygienist may recommend more frequent visits. Regular dental exams and cleaning visits are essential in preventing dental problems and maintaining the health of your teeth and gums. At these visits,... ...Read More

How can I tell if I have gingivitis or periodontitis (gum disease)?

Four out of five people have periodontal disease and don’t know it! Most people are not aware of it because the disease is usually painless in the early stages. Unlike tooth decay, which often causes discomfort, it is possible to have periodontal disease without noticeable symptoms. Having... ...Read More

Why is it important to use dental floss?

Brushing our teeth removes food particles, plaque, and bacteria from all tooth surfaces, except in between the teeth. Unfortunately, our toothbrush can’t reach these areas that are highly susceptible to decay and periodontal (gum) disease. Daily flossing is the best way to clean between the teeth... ...Read More

How can cosmetic dentistry help improve the appearance of my smile?

If you’re feeling somewhat self-conscious about your teeth, or just want to improve your smile, cosmetic dental treatments may be the answer to a more beautiful, confident smile. Cosmetic dentistry has become very popular in the last several years, not only due to the many advances in cosmetic... ...Read More

What are porcelain veneers and how can they improve my smile?

Porcelain veneers are very thin shells of tooth-shaped porcelain that are individually crafted to cover the fronts of teeth. They are very durable and will not stain, making them a very popular solution for those seeking to restore or enhance the beauty of their smile. Veneers may be used to... ...Read More

What can I do about stained or discolored teeth?

Since teeth whitening has now become the number one aesthetic concern of many patients, there are many products and methods available to achieve a brighter smile. Professional teeth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth... ...Read More

What are my options if I have missing teeth?

With many state-of-the-art dental treatments and prevention options available in dentistry today, there are fewer reasons for having to extract (remove) teeth. When something does go wrong with a tooth, we try to do everything possible to restore the tooth to its original function. Removing a... ...Read More

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