If you are looking for a dentist in Lake Forest, CA, The Tooth Co. is just over the city line in Irvine, at 114 Pacifica, Suite 310. Most patients from Lake Forest reach us in about 15 minutes via I-5 or Alton Parkway.
Our office is not in Lake Forest, but it is close enough that many residents make the drive for cosmetic work they want planned with care. You meet Dr. Conor Perrin one on one, in a private treatment suite, and leave with a clear plan.
We would rather be honest about where we are. There are good dental offices along El Toro Road and Lake Forest Drive, and a Lake Forest dentist down the street makes sense for many families. If you live up the hill, a Foothill Ranch dentist may be closer still.
Patients who come to us from Foothill Ranch, Portola Hills or Baker Ranch usually have a specific reason. Some want a second opinion on a large treatment plan. Others want to preview a cosmetic result before they commit. If you are comparing dentists in Lake Forest, California, a dentist in Foothill Ranch or a Portola Hills dentist, include location and the treatment you need in that decision. Our Irvine dentist near Lake Forest welcomes patients from all of these neighborhoods. Patients comparing a cosmetic dentist in Foothill Ranch can discuss veneers and other cosmetic options at our Irvine office.
The drive is short and parking is simple. Pull through the Pacifica Medical Center driveway and park in the structure behind the building. Parking is free and needs no validation. We are open Monday through Thursday. Friday: By request only. Saturday appointments are also by request. Check parking and directions before your first visit. If you need a weekend dentist near Lake Forest, Saturday appointments are by request; call to confirm availability.
If you are looking for a Lake Forest cosmetic dentist, training is the first thing to check. A cosmetic dentist and a general dentist start with the same dental degree. The difference is the extra training in smile design and ceramics. When comparing a cosmetic dentist vs a general dentist, look at the care you need and the dentist’s additional training rather than the label alone.
Dr. Perrin is a member of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and has completed cosmetic mini-residencies focused on porcelain and bonded veneer techniques. He is also a graduate of the Kois Center in Seattle, a distinction held by fewer than 1,200 dentists worldwide.
Read more about Dr. Conor Perrin or see the full range of cosmetic dentistry at The Tooth Co.
Veneers are one answer, not the only one. Straightening first can change the plan, and it sometimes means fewer teeth need covering. Invisalign treatment at our office typically runs $4,000 to $7,000 and takes 12 to 18 months. Lake Forest, CA patients considering an Invisalign dentist can have their alignment and cosmetic goals reviewed together before choosing treatment.
Whitening with the KöR system can also come first, so any porcelain is matched to your brighter shade. A smaller problem, such as a chipped edge, may suit cosmetic bonding done in one visit with little or no tooth preparation.
When several teeth need a change in shape and length, porcelain veneers are usually the stronger option. Dr. Perrin will tell you which route fits your teeth, including when the smaller fix is enough. For a smile makeover, Lake Forest and Foothill Ranch patients can discuss dental veneers at our Irvine office. When deciding between a crown or veneer, we look first at the tooth’s condition: a veneer changes the front surface, while a crown protects a tooth that needs more extensive coverage. If you are considering veneers near Lake Forest, CA, our Irvine consultation can help you compare the options before committing.
Each stage is planned so you know what comes next before it happens.
Our page on porcelain veneers in Irvine covers materials. Veneers are not permanent, and they can chip or wear over time.
A smile makeover with porcelain veneers starts at $15,000. That figure includes design and lab work, every appointment, the veneers and a nightguard. Nitrous sedation, gum tissue work, whitening and Invisalign before veneers are charged separately. The 2D photo preview is free.
Cosmetic veneers are generally not covered by dental insurance. Where you live does not change your coverage, and we are in network with most PPO dental plans and file claims on your behalf. Financing is available through Cherry and CareCredit.
Our insurance and payment options page covers PPO plans and financing in more detail.
Plenty of patients from Lake Forest come to us to repair or replace teeth rather than change how they look. Our approach is to keep as much natural tooth as possible. Dr. Perrin chooses between a crown and a more conservative inlay or onlay based on how much healthy structure remains. Crowns at our office range from $1,000 to $2,200 depending on your insurance and the restoration you need. Dental crowns and tooth reconstruction for Lake Forest patients may involve a smaller inlay or onlay when it can predictably protect the tooth.
When a tooth cannot be saved, dental implant treatment is planned with Cone Beam 3D imaging. Bone grafting may be needed, and the process can take several months. An in-house, board-certified periodontist places the implants, and Dr. Perrin restores them. We also provide root canal treatment and cleanings, so you do not need a separate office for the basics. If you are comparing Lake Forest dental implants or an implant dentist near Lake Forest, CA, the first step is to decide whether the tooth can be saved. Root canal treatment and dental cleanings are also available at our Irvine office. Patients looking for ongoing family dental care can review our family and general dentistry page. We typically treat patients 15 and older and do not generally see younger children.
We also offer full-arch treatment using an individualized All-on-X approach, typically with five implants; six may be recommended when appropriate. Both snap-on and fixed implant dentures are available, and final full-arch restorations are made from zirconia. We do not offer mini implants. A consultation with our periodontist typically costs $150 and is not credited toward treatment.
If you crack a tooth or wake up with swelling, call 949.383.5582 before you get in the car so we can plan the next step. We accept walk-in emergency patients and prioritize same-day treatment, though we cannot guarantee it. Lake Forest, CA patients looking for an emergency dentist can ask us about availability in Irvine before making the trip.
After hours, leave a voicemail for our office team. We do not offer Sunday emergency appointments. If your problem needs prompt attention and you cannot reach us, contact an available emergency dental provider rather than waiting for a callback. Read more about emergency dental care in Irvine.
Finished work is one of the most useful ways to judge a cosmetic dentist. Our gallery shows real cases, mostly porcelain veneers and smile makeovers, so you can compare tooth shape and shade across different patients before your consult.
See more cases in our smile gallery.
We are at 114 Pacifica, Suite 310, in Irvine, which borders Lake Forest. Most patients arrive in about 15 minutes via I-5 or Alton Parkway, depending on where they start and the time of day. Parking in the structure behind the building is free.
No. The Tooth Co. has one office, in Irvine. We see patients from across Lake Forest there, including Foothill Ranch and Portola Hills. If you want a dentist within walking distance of home, a Lake Forest office may suit you better.
It usually takes several weeks. After the consult and design, you wear temporaries for several weeks before the final porcelain is bonded, then return for a check about one week later.
Look at training and at finished results. Ask about cosmetic education beyond dental school and whether you can preview the result before any teeth are shaped. We do not rank ourselves as the best. We would rather show you how we plan and let you decide.
Yes. A virtual consultation costs $75 and lets you talk through your goals from home. If treatment looks like a good fit, the next step is the in-person consult with Dr. Perrin, and the $250 fee is credited toward treatment if you proceed.
Quite a lot, starting with a note when you book. The Comfort Menu includes noise-cancelling headphones and warm towelettes. We offer nitrous oxide, prescription anti-anxiety medication and IV sedation by arrangement. For more extensive surgery, we recommend arranging care with our anesthesiologist. Every appointment takes place in a private treatment suite.
A single repair and a full smile design start the same way. Tell us what you want to change, and Dr. Perrin will show you the options that fit your teeth. We are at 114 Pacifica, Suite 310, Irvine, CA 92618, a short drive from Lake Forest.
