The Key to Unlocking Better Sleep

Discover a path to better sleep and a healthy marriage!

Did you know that Spath Dentistry is offering oral sleep appliances, also known as mandibular advancement devices? We’ve offered these for a while but they’re a hidden gem. They pull the lower jaw forward and prevent your airway from being obstructed. This allows you to sleep deeper, better, and prevents you from waking up your wife – the key to a happy marriage! We have two different options available. The Silent Night appliance is one piece and a great way to see if it will work for you. We also have the Dorsal Fin appliance which is two pieces. Both appliances are great alternatives to a CPAP machine and are really great for travel. If you’re looking to improve your life in many different facets give us a call to inquire about pricing or schedule your consultation with us today!

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With a virtual consultation, you will receive professional insights directly from Dr. Spath from the comfort of your home.

  • Upload Photos
  • Describe Smile Goals
  • Receive Video from Dr. Spath
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Composite Resin Veneers – A Cosmetic Game Changer

Before & After Composite Resin Veneers

Looking To Enhance Your Smile?

Composite resin veneers might be the right option. In the past, the only option that was available was porcelain veneers that would reshape the teeth, change the color, increase the brightness, and produce a vibrant smile. Composite resin veneers don’t require any removal or modification of the underlying teeth that porcelain veneers require while still delivering the same benefits. 

If you have any questions about whether or not you’re a candidate for composite resin veneers check out our virtual consultation where we can professionally assess your smile. 

Interested? Submit A Free

Virtual Consultation

With a virtual consultation, you will receive professional insights directly from Dr. Spath from the comfort of your home.

  • Upload Photos
  • Describe Smile Goals
  • Receive Video from Dr. Spath
Virtual Consultation (Free)

Cryptocurrency & Cosmetic Dentistry

It seems like everyone is getting in on the cryptocurrency economy, but what if you heard that you could use crypto for cosmetic surgery, or even get your teeth done!? In this bite-sized guide, we’re covering the basics of what crypto is, how it works, and why some people are paying for cosmetic procedures using Dogecoin!

What is Cryptocurrency?

The word “cryptocurrency” covers a range of different blockchain-based currencies. While the most obvious and popular is Bitcoin, there are other options available. These include (but are not at all limited to):

  • Ethereum
  • Lite Coin
  • Monero
  • Dogecoin

All of these have individualized value. However, they can all be used to pay for goods and services, including cosmetic dentistry!

Why Use Cryptocurrency for Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures?

For cryptocurrencies, their biggest draw is their anonymity. These currencies function by using anonymous tokens, which determine whose wallet they belong in. When someone purchases an item using any cryptocurrency, this “token” is swiftly and quietly transferred to the seller. This eliminates the need for individuals to deal with having a procedure they may want to keep quiet about from showing on their bank statements.

In addition to this, cryptocurrency offers a centralized way to pay for large purchases. Whereas one might have formerly had to split a charge across accounts, a cryptocurrency payment can be made with a single click! The resulting payment is quick, easy, and fast. As a result, you have far less things to worry about, and we don’t have to fret about chasing people around for payment.

All of this works because of the decentralized nature of cryptocurrency. Without a bank as a mediating middleman, crypto payments are directly transferred from one account to another. There are no fees, no wait times, and no headache involved for either party.

What Does This Mean for You?

At Spath Dentistry, we are proud to be at the forefront of technology. Our procedures are cutting edge, designed to maximize the look of your new smile and minimize recovery time. To pair with this innovation, we offer you the ability to pay for the work we do on your teeth, even our virtual consultations in crypto!

Your Spath Dentistry, dentist in Newport Beach is locally owned and operated. If you’re ready to meet a brighter, happier smile, then we’re ready to meet you! Sign up today for a virtual consultation, and we’ll discuss what we can do for you. We offer everything from simple exams and cleanings to full procedures, such as dental implants and teeth whitening.

Don’t wait to see the difference a smile can make!

The Virtual Era Is Taking On Virtual Dentistry

Whether you’re in a big city like Los Angeles, Chicago, New York or a small suburb like Springfield or Sarasota you want to find a dentist that you connect with and trust. That’s why Spath Dentistry is adding a virtual platform to offer greater access. It should come as no surprise with working remotely, and having telehealth meetings that dentistry would follow suit.

We value your time just as much as we value ours so why not make the most of it. Let’s take out the drive to the appointment, the waiting room experience, and all the in-between. We want to help you make the most of your appointment and our new platform, SmileVirtual does just that.

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This new platform will allow patients anywhere in the world to connect with Dr. Spath in a way they never have before. Smile Virtual, allows the patient to create a chart and request an appointment from their smartphone or laptop in under a minute. Dr. Spath will be able to view the information and create an action plan, cost breakdown, and answer any lingering questions you may have.

During your experience with SmileVirtual, you will be able to meet your dentist to determine if they’re a good fit for you. You’ll also be able to clearly understand your treatment options as well as price breakdown. At Spath Dentistry we understand shopping around for a dentist that fits you, after all, it’s not a one size fits all approach.

This clear and concise platform is a huge step forward in getting the help you need without the hassle. It allows you to get the facts, numbers, and dentist right in front of you. After you receive the feedback from the dentist you are able to schedule an appointment, reach out with more in depth questions, or decide that this isn’t the best fit for you. If you’re interested in this platform or you have questions about this new tool please don’t hesitate to call or visit Spath Dentistry in Newport Beach, California.

Veneers vs Invisalign | What You Need to Know

Two of the most common procedures we perform here at Spath Dentistry are dental veneers and Invisalign orthodontics. The most important thing to note is that veneers aren’t meant to move teeth and if your current dentist is using them to move your teeth, this is probably reducing your teeth or grinding on your teeth in order to move them. So, if you come in and the teeth are misaligned, we always recommend Invisalign first.

Now, if your teeth are discolored, misshapenly, or need to be brightened up, that’s when veneers are a great option. Especially if bleaching isn’t doing the trick. Often times we’ll do a little bit of Invisalign to get the teeth positioned perfectly in order to be as conservative as we can when we do the veneers, or even do preface veneers.

Interested in veneers or Invisalign? Schedule a consultation online!

How to Choose the Right Toothpaste

One of the most common questions we get as dentists is what kind of toothpaste we recommend. The answer is that it depends on your current situation. If you’re somebody that gets many cavities, our recommendation is the CTx4 Gel by CariFree. This can come with or without fluoride and is available here in our office. You can also purchase it on Amazon! For everyone else, our recommendation would be the Sensodyne toothpaste. It tends to be nonabrasive and help with sensitivity. Particularly because our diets tend to be very acidic, which creates a lot of sensitivity within the teeth. Sensodyne is very effective for this!

What you really want to avoid is any toothpaste with whitening in it. Whitening toothpaste scrapes off the surface of the tooth over time, and while taking away the stain, also takes away tooth structure. However, you can still whiten your teeth in other ways, but the whitening toothpaste is not an effective or safe way of whitening the teeth.

If you have any questions, stop by and see us or give us a call! (949) 612-2356

Accelerated Invisalign Procedure at Spath Dentistry in Newport Beach, CA

Hello everyone. I wanted to go through one of our more popular procedures, the Invisalign procedure, and why it’s different here than at other dental offices. Invisalign is a set of clear liners that snap onto the teeth and move the teeth to the more ideal position that we’ve predetermined through our software. What makes our Accelerated Invisalign a little bit different here is that we offer something called an AcceleDent.

AcceleDent is a vibrating bite plate that fits between the teeth. The patient wears it for 20 minutes a day and it stimulates the movement of the teeth. This allows the aligners to sit on the teeth even better, allowing for faster, more effective tooth movement. In many cases, we’re actually moving people along almost twice as fast through their Invisalign treatment. Most other dental offices will charge anywhere from $1,000+ for this device. However, we include it at no extra charge for all of our full Accelerated Invisalign cases.

If you have any interest in finding out about Invisalign, schedule a consultation with us online!

~ Dr Andrew Spath, Newport Beach CA Dentist.

How to Determine if Your Crown (or) Veneer Will Fit Right

Hello, everyone. I’m going to let you in on a little secret today. One of the best ways to determine whether your crown or veneer restoration fits before the dentist cements, is have them take an x-ray. You can tell pretty quickly if there is a big gap between the crown or the restoration. At this point you can assess if the fitting needs to be closed more before he cements it. Hopefully that helps some people out and keeps you from getting your crown that doesn’t fit quite right and will lead to problems in the future.

~ Dr Andrew Spath, Newport Beach CA Dentist.

COVID-19 Update

We hope you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety. Infection control has always been a top priority for our practice as you may have seen during your previous visits to our office. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. We want to tell you a about the infection control procedures we follow in our practice to keep patients and staff safe. Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow the activities of these agencies so that we are up-to-date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued. We do this to make sure that our infection control procedures are current and adhere to each agencies’ recommendations. You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example for your safety when returning to our office the following protocols will be in effect.

  • All staff will be wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is disposed of after each patient.
  • We have installed new state of the art HEPA air filters in each operatory. Each filter is designed for a space of 700 sq. ft. and each operatory is approximately 100 sq. ft.
  • We are lengthening the procedure times and the times between appointments to allow for double sterilization of each operatory after each procedure. You may notice a slight changing in your appointment time due to this.
  • Your temperature will be taken and documented upon arrival.
  • A quick health questionnaire will be requested from you upon arrival
  • Only one patient will be allowed in the reception area at a time to ensure social distancing.
  • We will be requesting patients wear a face mask when able to during their visit.
  • Each morning our staff will undergo a series of questions that would indicate any risk for COVID-19 in addition to having their temperature taken.
  • We will be working the landlord on cleaning all common areas in the building including the elevator, door handles, and bathrooms.
  • Patients over the age of 65 are advised to consider postponing any non-emergency or elective dental care.
  • As added safety measures we recommend that patients with known pre-existing medical conditions including obesity, diabetes, COPD, hypertension, cardio-vascular, or immune-suppressed individuals consider postponing any non-emergency or elective dental care.

In addition to the protocols above we will be implementing precautions to limit production of aerosols including utilization of rubber dam, Isolite suction, and temporarily eliminating the use of the dental hygiene air polisher and ultrasonic instrument.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding while these safety protocols are in place. We feel confident that by following these protocols we can safely practice dentistry and provide you the best possible care. Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors and friends to the office.

When to Consider Dentures & Today’s Technology

Transitioning to prosthetic teeth or dentures can be a cumbersome time that many don’t want to accept.. However, with breakthroughs in dental & denture technology, today’s denture offers a very realistic and very function option for teeth. Listen to Newport Beach Dentist Dr. Andrew Spath go over dentures options for his patients.

To learn more, ask a question, or anything else oabout the adavances in dentures, call our office and one our friendly staff will be there to greet you, (949) 612-2356 or reach us via our email!