South OC Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics near Laguna Hills, California, understands that preventive dentistry is the cornerstone of good oral health. Our Mission Viejo pediatric team, including Dr. John De Lorme and Sam Wu, has years of experience and specialized training in pediatric dentistry. By focusing on the best preventive dental care, we help protect young smiles and set the foundation […]

Children have an intense preference for saltness and sweetness from birth, and it doesn’t stop until late teens. While there is nothing to worry about your child’s liking for sweet things, overindulgence can compromise your child’s smile. South OC Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, California, looks at how sugar can affect your young one’s oral […]

Do you have overcrowded, gapped, or misaligned teeth? Do you have malocclusion issues like overbites, underbites, or crossbites? Invisalign clear aligners from South OC Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, California, are an excellent choice for you. This teeth straightening system uses transparent, removable trays to align smiles without metal wires and braces. Available for tweens, teens, and […]

Oh no! Your pediatric dentist recently told you that your child has an extensively damaged or decayed tooth and that a filling isn’t sufficient to properly restore the tooth. What next?  South OC Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, California, offers pediatric dental crowns for baby teeth. So, if your child has large cavity,  our pediatric dentists […]

You always want the best for your child’s smile. That’s why you ensure they clean their teeth diligently to prevent cavities. Never stop encouraging your child to observe conscientious oral hygiene. While optimal oral hygiene can prevent dental decay, sometimes cavities have a way of sneaking into your child’s teeth. Fortunately, pediatric dental fillings from South OC […]

Maintaining optimal oral hygiene in your children is vital for a lifelong healthy smile. While home dental care and routine dental visits are important, you should also know about pediatric dental emergencies. Dental woes can strike anytime, and you should know how to restore your child’s oral health.  Dental trauma is one of the most common […]

X-rays are taken for prevention, diagnostic, and treatment purposes. Routine x-rays are taken of your child’s mouth to look for oral health problems that cannot be seen with the naked eye. By taking a high-definition image of your child’s teeth, we can see the position of your child’s teeth, beneath the teeth, and the gums.  Read […]

Having a beautiful smile gives anyone the boost in confidence to show up in social situations with a different attitude. And it is not just about having a beautiful smile, it’s also about having a healthy one. If it’s not healthy, it will stop being beautiful.  There are a lot of things we can do […]

Does it seem like you’ve been unfairly burdened with more cavities than your peers and even the rest of your family? The truth is, there may be some truth to this. While the best way to prevent cavities is still to adequately brush and floss, eat a healthy diet, and regularly go to the dentist, […]