When you have tooth loss, dentures offer an excellent solution for restoration. However, with many types of dentures — immediate, full, partial, and implant-supported — it can be challenging to know which is most comfortable to wear and best suits your smile. Sterling Plaza Dentistry / Tom Alexander, DDS in Irvine, California, offers several denture […]

Like diet and exercise, sleep is integral to your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Unfortunately, getting quality sleep at night can be difficult or near impossible for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This sleep disorder causes stoppages in breathing when sleeping, denying your body adequate oxygen and sleep. Continued deprivation of these vital elements […]

A beautiful smile can open doors. but you may not feel like smiling if your smile is marred by discoloration or misalignment . If this resonates with you, don’t despair! Cosmetic dentistry in Irvine, California, can change your smile for the better. Dr. Tom Alexander uses porcelain veneers at Sterling Plaza Dentistry / Tom Alexander, […]

Dental emergencies can be frustrating and anxiety-provoking, especially during odd hours. Thankfully,  you can rely on a dependable emergency dentist who can help you with your specific situation. Whether you are suffering with a terrible toothache, a crown that came out, prolonged  bleeding, or sporting accident, Sterling Plaza Dentistry / Tom Alexander, DDS in Irvine, […]

One of the beauties of dental implants is their versatility. They can be used to replace single missing teeth, multiple missing teeth, or all of your teeth if they have to be removed due to decay or periodontal disease. Full-mouth dental implants will give you back the function and beauty of your teeth so you […]

Few things are prettier than a beautiful healthy smile! People all over the Irvine, California area know that having a beautiful smile with straight teeth aids in confidence and ensures that you look your very best, putting your best self forward. Traditionally, if people wanted to straighten their teeth, they had to endure bulky metal […]

Tooth decay, otherwise known as a “cavity” can happen to the best of us. Research shows that a large percentage of patients will develop a cavity at some point during their lifetime. When decay is diagnosed or a cavity is found, it is vital that patients are proactive about having the problem treated to protect […]

Dental crowns are crafted from strong porcelain that should last 10 to 15 years, or more, when properly cared for. However, just because these crowns are strong, it does not make them invincible. A dental crown can require replacement before you reach that 10-to-15-year mark due to decay around the root of the tooth or […]

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a condition that makes it hard for the body and brain to get the oxygen they need during sleep at night. OSA can interrupt your sleep, waking you from restful sleep and leaving you tired the next day. At Sterling Plaza Dentistry, Tom Alexander, DDS, we evaluate individuals and families in […]

Determining when it’s time to get dentures is a decision that will ultimately be made by both you and your dentist. Many of our patients, however, want to know what they should look for or alert the  dentist to in order to start this important conversation.  The following signs don’t necessarily mean that you or […]

Try as you may to take good care of your teeth, they may at some point become compromised due to poor oral habits, decay, or dental trauma. If your teeth become damaged by decay or traumatic injury, talk to your dentist about dental crown treatment. Dental crowns, also known as “caps”  are a covering that […]