Dr. Chiang Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Newport Beach Dentist

December: The Month of Unused Dental Insurance

DrChiang — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:01:13 +0000

Every year, dental insurance companies count on employees to ‘forget’ to use their dental insurance in the month of December. That way, these companies benefit from unused monthly premiums and seek greater end-of-the-year profits. Most often, dental insurance starts at the new calendar year and unused benefits are NOT carried over to the following year. Don’t let this happen to you! Call your dentist and schedule that crown or filling you’ve been putting off all year today.

Back to School

DrChiang — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:00:23 +0000

For a limited time, mention that you found us on Yelp.com and receive a complimentary check up and xray for your child. Please call our office at for details. Expires 10/29/2009.

Will daily exercise reduce Periodontal Disease?

DrChiang — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:59:25 +0000

When your gums are bleeding (or inflamed), the bleeding stimulates cytokine signaling molecules. These signaling molecules direct the process of bone and gum destruction. Cytokines also stimulate a protein called CRP (C-reactive protein). A high level of CRP is predictive of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.

In Australia, the National Survey of Adult Oral Health conducted a survey from 2004 to 2006 evaluating activity levels and periodontal health in 751 subjects. The subjects were divided into four groups based on time spent exercising a minimum of 30 minutes five times per week. The study showed as exercise time increased, CRP levels decreased in the periodontitis group, but remained the same level for healthy subjects (without periodontal disease).

Yet another study linking periodontal disease to physical health. Keep those gums healthy by exercising and by frequently visiting your dental professionals!

‘My teeth broke’

DrChiang — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:58:24 +0000

A few weeks ago, an Orange County patient came to our office and asked me to fix his teeth that he recently chipped. In addition, he was also concerned with the straightness of his other top teeth. After discussing braces and crowns with the patient, he elected to proceed with cosmetic dentistry.

With the patient’s permission- I am very excited to share his progress with all of you. A little cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference in self perception. Keep in mind the latest photos of his teeth are still in plastic temporary shells. Just imagine what his final porcelain teeth will look like. Doesn’t he look great!

Please check back soon for a future update once everything is permanently cemented.

Costa Mesa and Irvine Dental Screenings

DrChiang — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:56:28 +0000

In April – May 2009, I volunteered to screen Orange County children who lack access to dental care. The screening program is entering its second year and I have been there from the beginning. Here are a few photos of our kids from Costa Mesa and Irvine school districts. To find out where we will be in 2010, please check with the Irvine-Costa Mesa Rotary Club.

Beginning in 2008, there is a state mandate that all children entering grade school be screened for their dental health. Please check with your local school district to find out more information.