Dr. Sarah Kim, DDS · California Dental Board License #47821, Active. 4,800+ Orange County patients served since 2012. Dental implants with 98%+ success rate. In-office whitening - 6 to 8 shades whiter in one visit. Same-day emergency appointments. Se habla Español · Korean spoken.
4,800+ Orange County patients served since 2012. Most major PPO insurance plans accepted. New patient special $149 - exam, X-rays, and cleaning.
$149 new patient special includes comprehensive exam, digital X-rays, and cleaning. ADA-recommended checkups every 6 months catch decay early - saving teeth and money. 90%+ of major PPO plans accepted, including Delta Dental and MetLife.
Most Popular2 professional cleanings per year is the ADA recommendation for adults with healthy gums. Professional prophylaxis removes hardened tartar that brushing cannot reach, polishes enamel, and checks for early gum disease. Most PPO plans cover cleanings at 100%.
$3,500 to $5,000 per implant in Orange County, including titanium post, abutment, and zirconia crown. 98%+ success rate. Lasts 25+ years. Preserves jawbone density - bridges and dentures do not. Free implant consultation with 3D CT imaging.
Best Long-Term Value$500 to $1,000 for in-office professional whitening using 35% hydrogen peroxide gel (California dental regulation maximum), achieving 6 to 8 shades whiter in one 60-to-90-minute visit. Custom take-home trays $300 to $600. Results last 1 to 3 years.
30 minutes is the critical survival window for a knocked-out permanent tooth (AAE). Same-day emergency appointments Monday through Friday for toothache, cracked or knocked-out teeth, dental abscess, and lost crowns. Call (949) 555-0199 immediately.
Same-Day74% of adults believe an unattractive smile hurts career success (AACD survey). Porcelain veneers, composite bonding, whitening, and implants customized for Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Irvine patients. Full smile design consultations available.
95% of root canal procedures are completed with no more discomfort than a routine filling, according to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). Completed in 1 to 2 visits at OC Dentist. Eliminates infection and saves your natural tooth.
10 to 15 years is the average lifespan of a zirconia dental crown with proper care (ADA). All-ceramic crowns match the natural color and translucency of your teeth. CEREC same-day crown fabrication available - no second appointment.
OC Dentist was founded in 2012 by Dr. Sarah Kim, DDS after completing her dental degree at UCLA School of Dentistry. 4,800+ patients served with a 97% satisfaction rate. California Dental Board License #47821, Active.
Orange County's dental landscape is distinctive. The affluent coastal communities of Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point drive exceptional demand for cosmetic dentistry. The large Korean-American community across Irvine, Buena Park, and Garden Grove means Dr. Kim's fluency in Korean provides care without a language barrier. The large retirement population in Laguna Woods creates consistent demand for implant restorations.
Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Aetna, and 90%+ of major dental PPO plans are accepted. CareCredit and Lending Club financing are available for implants. No insurance? Ask about the new patient special - comprehensive exam, digital X-rays, and cleaning for $149.
Verified Google and Yelp reviews from Orange County dental patients.
"Dr. Kim replaced my missing molar with a dental implant. The whole process took about 6 months but every step was explained clearly and I felt no pain during any of the procedures. The implant looks and feels exactly like my natural tooth. Best dental experience I have had in Orange County."
"Cracked a tooth on a Saturday evening in Newport Beach. Called OC Dentist and Dr. Kim saw me first thing Monday morning. She saved the tooth with a crown - the whole experience was calm and professional."
"Did the in-office whitening before my sister's wedding. The whole appointment took about 75 minutes and my teeth went 7 shades whiter. Everyone commented at the wedding. Better results than anything I have tried at home."
Dr. Sarah Kim earned her DDS from UCLA School of Dentistry in 2012 and has practiced dentistry in Orange County for 13 years. She founded OC Dentist with one commitment: outstanding dental care for every member of the Orange County community.
Dr. Kim specializes in full dental implant restoration (titanium post + zirconia crown, 98%+ success rate), cosmetic smile design for Orange County's coastal communities, same-day emergency care, and root canal treatment that is comfortable and predictable. She is fluent in English and Korean, providing full dental care to Orange County's Korean-American community in Irvine, Buena Park, and Garden Grove without a language barrier.
License verifiable at search.dbc.ca.gov · ADA at ada.org · AACD at aacd.com
$3,500 to $5,000 is the typical cost of a single dental implant in Orange County, including the titanium post, abutment, and porcelain crown. Dental implants last 25+ years versus 10 to 15 years for bridges and 5 to 10 years for dentures. OC Dentist accepts 90%+ of major PPO plans (Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Aetna). CareCredit financing available with 0% interest promotions.
| Option | OC Average Cost | Lifespan | Preserves Jawbone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Implant | $3,500-$5,000 | 25+ years | Yes |
| Fixed Bridge (3-unit) | $2,500-$5,000 | 10-15 years | No |
| Partial Denture | $1,500-$3,000 | 5-10 years | No |
| Full Denture | $1,800-$4,500 | 5-10 years | No |
2 professional cleanings per year is the American Dental Association (ADA) recommendation for adults with healthy gums and no active periodontal disease. Patients with gum disease, a history of cavities, diabetes, or dry mouth may need cleanings every 3 to 4 months - called periodontal maintenance. Professional cleaning removes hardened tartar (calculus) that cannot be removed by brushing alone. Most PPO plans cover 2 cleanings per year at 100%.
25+ years is the documented lifespan of dental implants with proper care, and many implants placed in the 1980s remain functional today. The titanium post fuses permanently with the jawbone through osseointegration over 3 to 6 months. Implants have a 98%+ success rate and are the only tooth replacement option that preserves jawbone density. Proper care: brush twice daily, floss daily, and attend 6-month checkups - same as natural teeth.
30 minutes is the critical window for a knocked-out permanent tooth - a tooth reimplanted within 30 minutes has the best chance of survival (source: AAE, aae.org). For a knocked-out tooth: handle by the crown only, rinse gently without scrubbing, reinsert in the socket if possible or store in milk, and call (949) 555-0199 immediately. For severe toothache: rinse with warm salt water, take OTC pain relief, and call for same-day emergency appointment. OC Dentist offers same-day emergency appointments Monday through Friday.
95% of root canal procedures are completed with no more discomfort than a routine filling, according to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). Modern local anesthesia makes root canal treatment comfortable. Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed pulp, cleans and seals the root canals, and eliminates the toothache-causing infection. Most root canals at OC Dentist are completed in 1 to 2 visits of 60 to 90 minutes each.
$500 to $1,000 is the typical range for professional in-office teeth whitening in Orange County, using a 35% hydrogen peroxide gel (the maximum concentration under California dental regulations), achieving 6 to 8 shades whiter in one 60-to-90-minute visit. Take-home custom trays cost $300 to $600 and produce 3 to 5 shades over 2 weeks. Over-the-counter strips cost $30 to $80 and produce 1 to 2 shades.
| Method | Result | Appointment | OC Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Office Professional | 6-8 shades | 60-90 min (1 visit) | $500-$1,000 |
| Custom Take-Home Trays | 3-5 shades | 2 weeks at home | $300-$600 |
| OTC Whitening Strips | 1-2 shades | 2-4 weeks at home | $30-$80 |
10 to 15 years is the average lifespan of a dental crown with proper care, though well-maintained crowns often last 20+ years. OC Dentist uses all-ceramic zirconia crowns that match the natural color and translucency of your teeth. Crowns are recommended for teeth with large cavities that cannot support a filling, cracked teeth, root-canal-treated teeth, and as the final restoration on a dental implant. CEREC same-day crown fabrication is available at OC Dentist.
1 set of bitewing X-rays per year is the ADA recommendation for adults with cavity risk factors - and every 2 to 3 years for adults with low risk. Dental X-rays detect cavities between teeth, bone loss, and root infections invisible during a visual exam. OC Dentist uses digital radiography exclusively: digital X-rays use 90% less radiation than traditional film, exposing patients to 0.005 millisieverts per set.
90%+ of major dental PPO plans are accepted at OC Dentist, including Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Aetna, United Concordia, Guardian, and Humana. Most PPO plans cover preventive care (exams and cleanings) at 100%, basic restorative work (fillings) at 80%, and major procedures (crowns, implants) at 50% after deductible. HMO/DHMO plans and Medi-Cal are not accepted. CareCredit and Lending Club financing are available for implants and cosmetic treatment plans. Call (949) 555-0199 to verify your specific plan.
OC Dentist welcomes patients from every Orange County city and unincorporated community.
Same-day emergency care · 4,800+ patients served · 90%+ PPO insurance plans accepted · Se habla Español · Korean spoken
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