Dr. Justin Nguyen graduated from Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health (ASDOH) in 2009 where he excelled in general dentistry and special needs dentistry. His love of general dentistry has afforded him to further his career by studying the latest in Cosmetic Dentistry, Implantology (dental implants), and Endodontics (root canals).
He is an active member California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society, and American Dental Association. He is committed to giving back to the community through charitable services and volunteering. He is an active member of Fallbrook Rotary Club.
Dr. Nguyen, his wife Sidney, his two daughters Jade and Jane, and son John, are active members of their church and community. He also takes frequent mission trip to provide free dental care services to undeserved populations in third world countries. In his free time he loves to play sports, play drum, and do wood working projects. Above all, Dr. Nguyen is passionate about dentistry and looks forward to serving your dental needs.
I have a passion for dentistry and have been in this field for over 27 years. One of the reasons I love what I do is being able to help my patients. I've been married to my husband Ezequiel for 26 years and we have 4 wonderful children. Alex, my oldest son, is 20 years old attends Palomar College. Then I have my little monkeys Jared, Izabella and Alejandra, our set of triplets! triple the joy, and triple the trouble. Our household is always busy but always loving. In my free time, you can always find me in the soccer fields or in the kitchen. I volunteer at my church, Mother Theresa of Calcutta, and love giving back to my community. Here at the office you can find me assisting you with all your financial needs, insurance questions, and greeting you with a happy smile.
Allison was raised in San Clemente, CA and now lives in Bonsall, she found dentistry as a passion while exploring health care careers. As a dental hygienist, she strives daily to give our patients the highest standard of care, because she believes the mouth is the gateway to overall holistic health. When not in the office, she enjoys outdoor activities such as playing soccer, having fun at the beach with family and friends, and hiking up the Sierras. Allison and her husband have one son named Odin and two dogs.
Do you have missing teeth? It is critically important to replace missing teeth. Eating and chewing with missing teeth can sabotage your bite and lead to incessant discomfort. Missing teeth can give rise to a mouth rearrangement that often results in facial changes that look decrepit.
A single tooth implant procedure may be done if a tooth has been extracted or is missing. A titanium implant base is placed into the jawbone to resemble the tooth root. We allow a period of time for the jawbone to heal over the implant base before fitting for a crown.
A crown is sometimes termed a 'cap' or 'jacket.' A crown will restore a large filling or a cracked tooth to its original size, shape and tooth color. A crown may be recommended after root canal therapy has been completed, as the tooth tends to become brittle and is more likely to fracture. A crown can strengthen and protect the remaining tooth structure and improves the appearance of your teeth. With the advances in technology, we now have the ability to make ceramic crowns with no metal.
To place a crown, your dentist must reduce 1-2 mm of the tooth to make room for it. Your dentist will then use a piece of thread or cord or use a laser to push the gum down around the tooth, to take an impression of the tooth. The impressions are sent to the lab where the crown is made. During that time, you will have a temporary crown. These crowns are usually made of plastic and are made in your dentist's office on the day of your visit. They are not meant to last. If a temporary crown is left in the mouth, the cement eventually washes out and the tooth can decay. At a second visit, your dentist will remove the temporary crown and test the permanent one. Sometimes crowns need additional polishing, glaze or some other adjustment before they are placed. Once the crown is ready, it's cemented to your tooth.
If your smile is in need of a makeover, crowns can provide predictable results. Crowns can give an unattractive tooth back its beautiful shape and color. For smaller or worn down teeth, a crown can restore the natural size of the old tooth. A crown can replace either part of or the tooth's entire structure. For procedures requiring only the areas visible from the outside, a veneer may be an alternative option.
The most common type of crown and has a proven track record. PFM crowns are fairly aesthetic and they look like real teeth. However, the margins or borders may appear dark because PFM crowns have a metal substructure with layers of porcelain fired over the substructure. Porcelain is very hard, much harder than natural enamel and may cause excessive wear of the enamel of opposing teeth. Porcelain may break with extreme biting forces.