In todays world, a big concern for people in choosing a dentist is trust. Life used to be so much simpler. Thats where we can help. Dr. Balaze comes from a long history of small-town family doctors and dentists. We have built our practice on time-tested values of compassion, service, quality, professionalism, hard work, dedication, and trust.
Whenever you place yourself in the care of another individual, the relationship should be based on trust, understanding and respect. In our office, we stress this concept of Personalized Dental Care. We develop this by listening to your concerns and working with you to help you achieve a healthy mouth and an attractive smile.
Implants, porcelain veneers, bonding, tooth whitening, invisible tooth-colored fillings, sealants, microsonics, minimally invasive fillings, lasers, smile makeovers, etc. Remarkable things are possible today! The most valuable service we offer is informing you about how the many miracles of modern dental care might benefit you.
The use of current techniques can virtually eliminate any discomfort during dental treatment. Since your comfort is our first concern, we take the time to insure we understand how to make your visits pleasant.
Since 1977, we have been the leader and preferred provider of quality dental services to our patients in Laguna Niguel and the surrounding area of south Orange County. We offer comprehensive dental examinations and specialize in cosmetic, preventative, general and specialized dental services.
In our mission to provide the best dental services possible, we use only the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology available. Dr. Balaze believes doing things right the first time saves time, money, and lots and lots of frustration. We are committed to educating ourselves and our patients and providing personalized dental services to those who live in and around our beautiful community of Laguna Niguel. If you have been a patient of ours, you already know that we genuinely care about your health and are dedicated to providing exceptional service to everyone who walks through our door.
A native Michigander, I was raised in a small town outside Flint, Michigan. My maternal grandfather worked for GE, and my paternal grandparents were both detectives for the Detroit police department. My mother was a speech therapist, and my father continues to practice dentistryin Lapeer, MI
Very early on, my parentssawmy love of music,andfoundexcellent private instruction for me. As a young bass player, I was accepted into the studios of Steve Molina [Detroit Symphony], and Peter Dominguez [Michigan State University]. I studied with them through my high school education. Though I worked in my fathers dental office occasionally, I chose to pursue music. After graduating from the Interlochen Arts Academy, I was accepted to some of the best music schools in the country. Being able to train with the members of the Cleveland Orchestra appealed greatly to me, and in 2001 I completed my music training at the world class Cleveland Institute of Music with the assistant principle bassist, Scott Haigh.
With the desire to follow in my fathers footsteps, I soon found myself at the doors ofCase Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine. With the ability to continue to work with my hands in what I consider a very artistic environment, dentistry became my music. Similar to my studies in music, I continued my studies at the prestigious Pankey Institute. Graduatingfrom their core curriculum in 2013, Iearned myFellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry [FAGD] in 2014. Through my continued training I am privileged to count many of dentistrys great leaders as friends and mentors.
With ever-increasing frequency, there are many new technologies available, and incredible advances in dental medicine. It is my belief that they need to be shown, through research, to be superior before they enter into our practice. When we do introduce new technology to you, know that it is only after diligent research that we are comfortable doing so.
The community in which I live has always been a big part of my life. We are still new here, but I have already begun to serve as a volunteer member of the South Coast Symphony bass section. It is a fabulous group that I have found fun and rewarding to play in. If you are ever at a performance, please find me afterwards and say hello!
I am married to my college sweetheart, Lin, who also completed her music training at the Cleveland Institute of Music. We now are making our home in Laguna Niguel, CA, with our two beautiful daughters where I am privileged to work and learn alongside an amazing mentor, Dr. Bill Gregg.
Jo isa registered dental hygienist who is excited to have joined our team in May. Shegrew up and still lives in Oceanside, CA. When She is not at the office brightening peoples smiles, she canbe found somewhere outdoors. During the warmer months, herbackyard is a sanctuary for nine endangered desert tortoises she cares for. She also loves riding her road bike or playing in the garden.