Dr.Greg Vigoren

07/15/2025

📍 Newport Beach’s Premier Restorative Dentist
With over 54 years of clinical experience and nearly five decades serving the Newport Beach community, Dr. Greg Vigoren is more than a dentist — he’s a master of restorative precision.

🦷 A pioneer in micro-invasive dentistry
🔬 40+ years operating under a surgical microscope
🎓 Faculty at USC & UCLA
⚖️ Trusted expert witness in dental litigation for 30+ years
📷 Consultant to Canon & Apple on clinical photography
🌍 70+ lectures delivered in 5 countries

His approach is simple yet rare: preserve what’s natural, prevent what’s avoidable, and restore with integrity. Every treatment plan is crafted with intention — balancing science, aesthetics, and long-term function.

“It’s not about the smile in the mirror. It’s about how you feel when you know your teeth are truly healthy.”

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📍 1401 Avocado Ave #202, Newport Beach, CA
🌐 drvigoren.com

07/15/2025

Visit us at 1401 Avocado Ave #202, Newport Beach, CA, or call +1(949)760-1152 to book your appointment. Your dream smile awaits!

05/28/2025

A leading educator with nearly 50 years of experience in academic and continuing dental education shares a powerful yet simple observation:
Dental students are being trained in a system that slows them down and holds back the quality of care.

This video explores:
– Why working solo makes students inefficient
– How pairing students can double productivity
– The transformative power of high-resolution photography and magnification
– A blueprint for improving dental education and patient outcomes
– Why dental schools resist these changes — and how patients can push progress forward

Dental education doesn’t need a revolution — just common sense, teamwork, and a camera.

Topics: dental school reform, magnification in dentistry, dental photography, clinical education, restorative dentistry, teaching methodology, dental innovation.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results may vary. Always consult a licensed professional.

A leading educator with nearly 50 years of experience in academic and continuing dental education shares a powerful yet simple observation:Dental students ar...

05/14/2025

This is a question I hear more often than you might think. And the short answer is — yes, the bacteria that cause cavities can be transmitted through kissing. But let’s take a closer look at how likely that really is.
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Cavity-causing bacteria typically colonize the mouth in early childhood. If someone in your family has tooth decay, poorly done dental work, or lacks proper oral hygiene, those bacteria are often passed on to children long before their first kiss.
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So by the time you’re in high school, college, or adulthood — you and your partner likely already share many of the same oral microbes. Transmission through kissing becomes highly unlikely, simply because most of us already have those bacteria.
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What really matters isn’t who you kiss, but how they care for their mouth.
Someone with fresh breath and good oral hygiene habits — that’s a great sign not just for dental health, but for overall well-being.
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This goes beyond bacteria.
Let’s talk about viruses — specifically herpes and shingles. These aren’t typically acquired in adulthood through kissing.
They’re usually picked up much earlier, when a two-year-old plays in the park or goes to preschool and catches a common cold. What seems like just a cold is often the first contact with the herpes virus.
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Roughly 20% of those children will carry that virus in their nervous system for life. It stays dormant in a protected space and can reactivate later — with stress, sunlight, trauma, or a weakened immune system. That’s what shingles is.
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So, what’s the takeaway?
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You don’t need to fear kissing.
But you should pay attention to oral hygiene — your own and your partner’s. That tells you more than you might think.

This is a question I hear more often than you might think. And the short answer is — yes, the bacteria that cause cavities can be transmitted through kissing...

03/19/2025

🌸 Welcome Spring with a Healthier Smile! 🌼 Embrace the season of renewal by focusing on your dental health. Discover how restorative dentistry can rejuvenate your smile just in time for spring! Visit us for more information: https://www.drvigoren.com/

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11/15/2024

11/28/2023

Beneath the surface lies the story of our dental health. 🦷

🔍 This cross-section of a tooth reveals the impact of decay, reminding us that what we don’t see can hurt us.
Prevention is key: regular brushing, flossing, and check-ups keep such issues at bay. Take action today for a pain-free tomorrow!

11/22/2023

🦷✨ Smile transformation, step by step! Broken filling? No problem. Here’s how we fix it:

1️⃣ Assessment: Detecting the broken filling and the decay beneath.
2️⃣ Cleaning: Carefully removing the damaged filling and decay.
3️⃣ Preparation: Shaping the perfect cavity for a new filling.
4️⃣ Restoration: Filling the clean cavity with a special material that restores the tooth’s shape and function.

👩‍⚕️ Your smile deserves the best care. We use the latest technology and materials to make your teeth look and function like new.

💬 Remember, regular dental visits can help prevent dental problems. Take care of your teeth, and they’ll reward you with a healthy smile!

11/16/2023

The Power of Magnification in Dentistry | Dental Restoration I Toothache

This subject, which I have been lecturing on for over 30 years, encompasses a wide range of tools including cameras, surgical loops, microscopes, and high-re...

11/15/2023

The Consequences of Neglecting Tooth Decay: Insights by Dr. VigorenThe Small Fire Metaphor: Dr. Vigoren likens untreated tooth decay to a small fire. Initial...

11/09/2023

1.Cheese is rich in phosphates, which can contribute to the remineralization of tooth enamel and neutralize acid in the mouth.
2. Leafy greens such as spinach and cabbage are rich in calcium, which can help strengthen teeth and bones.
3. Apples are rich in fiber and water, which can stimulate the production of saliva and wash out food particles and bacteria.
4. Carrots are crispy and high in fiber, which helps to brush your teeth and stimulates the production of saliva.
5. Nuts are rich in protein and fiber, which can help stimulate saliva production and neutralize acid in the mouth.
It is important to note that while these products can help fight tooth decay, they should not replace regular brushing, flossing and dental checkups.

11/04/2023

In this in-depth conversation, Dr. Greg Vigor, a seasoned dentist, and Shane Van Druff, a medical consultant with a focus on Healthcare Management, explore the significant yet often overlooked relationship between dentistry, airway health, and sleep. They initiate the dialogue by sharing their respective backgrounds, establishing a solid foundation for the discussion that follows. Dr. Vigor, drawing from his extensive practice in Newport Beach and Monarch Beach in Southern California, alongside Shane with a decade-long experience in the healthcare industry, delve into how dentistry profoundly affects the airway, and consequently, sleep and breathing.

The discussion illuminates how societal and cultural shifts, particularly in nursing habits, have led to generations with underdeveloped nasal passages. This underdevelopment, they reveal, significantly affects proper ventilation and oxygen absorption during sleep, with a ripple effect on an individual's psychological, emotional, and physical well-being. They articulate how this dental developmental issue has roots in early childhood, and if not addressed timely, may have disruptive consequences throughout one's life.

By bridging insights from various medical specialties, Dr. Vigor and Shane provide a holistic understanding of the importance of nasal breathing for regenerative sleep. They highlight how disorders like sleep apnea, orthodontics issues, tooth crowding, and a plethora of common conditions can trace back to airway and sleep problems. This dialogue unravels the interconnectedness of dental health with systemic health, bringing to light the potential long-term benefits of early interventions and contemporary diagnostic technologies.

Emphasizing the pivotal role of education targeting young mothers, grandmothers, and school-going children, they propose that a well-informed approach can significantly mitigate or prevent the onset of these health issues. They also touch on the potential benefits of certain solutions like CPAP for those with airway issues and underscore the necessity of proactive measures to address the root causes rather than merely treating the symptoms.

This conversation is a treasure trove of insights for anyone keen on understanding the broader impact of dentistry on general health, especially the critical aspect of airway health. It's not just an exploration of problems but a venture into viable solutions that can enhance the quality and longevity of life.

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In this in-depth conversation, Dr. Greg Vigor, a seasoned dentist, and Shane Van Druff, a medical consultant with a focus on Healthcare Management, explore t...