With decades of experience and genuine concern for your dental well-being, our Irvine dentistry strive to make your visit as safe and comfortable as possible. Request your stress-free dental consultation in Irvine with us today. Looking forward to meeting you!
With decades of experience and genuine concern for your dental well-being, our Irvine dentistry strive to make your visit as safe and comfortable as possible. Request your stress-free dental consultation in Irvine with us today. Looking forward to meeting you!
“All the staff are incredibly kind and understanding. My stress level starts to go down once I am in the chair.” – Asha S. (August 2018)
"very patient centric approach and take time explaining the small details" - Mohan M.
"They're great about working with your schedule and budget" - Cailey F.
"Flexible, friendly and they treat you like family. " - Shoba V.
"very open and candid [...] and made me feel important and valued" - Alexandra L.
Looking for a trusted dentist in Irvine for dental fillings? We provide durable, natural-looking fillings that stop decay, relieve sensitivity, and restore your tooth’s strength. Whether you need a new filling or want to replace an old, worn one, our Irvine dental team removes the decay gently and seals your tooth for a comfortable, lasting fit. Proudly serving Irvine and the Great Park Neighborhoods, schedule your dental filling appointment today and protect your smile!
A filling is the most common way to repair a cavity and keep a small problem from becoming a painful, costly one. Dr. Stan Chien removes the decay, cleans the area, and seals the tooth with a durable filling that restores its shape and function. Caught early, most cavities can be treated in a single visit. Cavities often don’t cause symptoms until decay has moved past the enamel into deeper layers of the tooth, which is why regular checkups matter. Left untreated, a cavity can lead to infection, and once decay reaches the tooth’s pulp, a filling alone can no longer fix it. Treatment is done with local anesthesia to keep you comfortable, and tooth-colored options can be used on both front and back teeth.
A dental filling repairs a tooth that has been damaged by decay or minor fractures. After the decayed portion is removed, the space is filled with a restorative material that seals the tooth, prevents bacteria from re-entering, and restores normal chewing.
Cavities don’t always hurt in the early stages, which is why regular exams matter. Common signs include:
Tooth-colored resin that blends in with your natural teeth and can be used on front or back teeth.
A very durable, silver-colored option that’s more affordable than tooth-colored fillings.
Dr. Chien will recommend the best material based on the size and location of the cavity, your bite, and your preferences.
Most fillings are completed in a single visit.
A filling is ideal for small to moderate cavities where most of the tooth is still healthy. When decay or damage affects a large portion of the tooth, a filling may not be strong enough to hold, and Dr. Chien may recommend a dental crown for full protection. If decay has reached the nerve, a root canal may be needed first.
Choosing the right dentist for your fillings matters more than many patients expect. A well-placed filling seals out bacteria, fits your bite comfortably, and protects your tooth for years. At our Irvine dental office, Dr. Stan Chien is committed to providing careful, high-quality care in a comfortable, supportive environment. Here’s why patients trust him with their fillings:
Dr. Chien brings more than 25 years of dental practice experience to every filling he places. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at USC, along with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, a background that shapes how he looks at the way each tooth handles chewing forces. That matters with fillings, because a restoration that sits too high or doesn’t seal properly can lead to sensitivity or new decay. He was also recognized among America’s Best Dentists in 2015 by the National Consumer Advisory Board.
Dr. Chien removes only the decayed portion of the tooth and preserves as much healthy structure as possible. He’ll walk you through your filling material options and recommend the one that best fits the size and location of your cavity. If the damage is too extensive for a filling to hold, he’ll explain why a dental crown may be the better option before any work begins, so you can decide with the full picture.
Many of our patients tell us they used to dread visiting the dentist. Dr. Chien takes the time to explain each step, answer your questions, and recommend only the treatment you actually need. After your visit, he personally follows up to check on how you’re doing. Our office has proudly served Irvine and the Great Park Neighborhoods for more than 20 years, and Dr. Chien is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society.
We accept PPO dental insurance, including Cigna, Guardian, MetLife, and Delta Dental. Coverage for fillings varies by plan. Our team will help you check your benefits before treatment. We also offer flexible payment plans.
The tooth is fully numbed, so most patients feel only light pressure. Mild sensitivity afterward is normal and fades on its own.
Fillings commonly last many years. How long depends on the material, the size of the filling, and your oral hygiene and habits.
Yes. You can eat as soon as your appointment is over, but it’s best to wait until the numbness wears off so you don’t accidentally bite your cheek or tongue.
Decay keeps spreading. Over time it can reach the nerve, causing pain or infection that may require a root canal, crown, or extraction.
Yes. Cracked, worn, or leaking fillings should be replaced to prevent new decay underneath.
Don’t let a small cavity turn into a bigger problem. Treating decay early is quicker, more comfortable, and more affordable.
If you’ve noticed sensitivity to hot or cold, a toothache, or a dark spot on a tooth, or if an old filling feels worn or has fallen out, now is a good time to have it checked. Dr. Chien will take the time to explain what he finds, walk you through your options, and answer any questions before treatment begins.
We accept PPO dental insurance, including Cigna, Guardian, MetLife, and Delta Dental, and our team will help you check your benefits before your visit. Call us at (949) 379-8010 or request your appointment online.
“Dr. Chien is knowledgeable, professional, skilled and friendly. He is always patient and explain with you the root cause and care plan.” – Lina G. (August 2017)
I have had Dr. Chien as my dentist for the last 15 years. I have had great results there. I have had general dental care and also a couple implants, fillings and crowns.
I am a bruxer so have had night guards to prevent that.
I myself am an ENT doctor so I am probably very discriminating about dental care. I have always felt safe and well cared for by Dr. Chien and his staff. I recommend him to my friends and also my patients who can go to Irvine.
Always kind, detailed, and professional. I have complete trust in Dr Chien and his staff.
I am so grateful to have found Dr. Chien! He is so kind and thorough in his work, even with a routine check-up and cleaning. It was a very comfortable experience and I highly recommend him.
I had my teeth cleaned today and as always I was very pleased with the service/staff. Dr. Stan Chien was extremely knowledgeable & polite. He answered all my questions/concerns and put me at ease. I highly recommend him for your dental needs.
Very friendly and professional staff. Dr. Chien is outgoing and personable. He truly is concerned about his patients and takes time to get to know his patients. Everyone, from the front desk to the hygienist and including Dr. Chien, go above and beyond to ensure that I am comfortable and fully informed of what is happening, what they are doing next and how long the process will take. They truly make me feel like a “VIP”.
If you are like me, I have always disliked (despised) visiting the dentist. I know it is necessary but I have always thought of a visit as a necessary evil. And, as a result, have often procrastinated…resulting in more pain and expense…
These professionals in this office make me reassess my thoughts and impressions of dental visits. I look forward to going. Not only do I leave with clean teeth (a feeling I truly enjoy) and a level of comfort knowing my mouth is healthy – I also leave feeling like I have just received VIP treatment – which I have.
Looking for a new dental professional? I highly recommend Dr. Chien and his staff. I believe you will see why I leave feeling like a very confident VIP!
I hate going to the dentist. Period.
However, Dr. Chien is the best dentist I have ever had! He explains everything to you in detail, is very honest, and gives great advice. He even gives you a call to check on everything, a day after you go in for something big like a tooth ache, crown, etc. That really impressed me since my previous dentists never did that! His staff members are friendly, the office is always clean, and they have nice high-tech equipment.
My advice is: if they tell you to floss more, do it. If you need to wear a night guard, do it. If they tell you to come in for cleanings every 4 months instead of 6, do it. They really are trying to help you improve your dental health, and you can avoid making even more trips to the dentist each year! I would definitely recommend Dr. Chien to everyone!
It was my first visit with Dr. Stan Chien. It was everything the comments have mentioned from previous patients. I wanted to find someone closer to where I live. He was very professional and I find that he has a “warm” approach with patients. I wanted to leave this review as I know how comments really assist others. I am glad to have made my first visit. His staff was very professional.
My first visit was such a nice experience.. Stan the dentist was very attentive and took the time to review everything with me ! I highly recommend them!
Been going here for a year. Costs are great, dentist is always friendly, hygienist does their best for me! They are incredibly accommodating with reschedules. I wish I lived in Irvine sooner!
I cannot speak highly enough of Dr.Stan Chein and his incredible team. After being told by another dentist that I needed three urgent crowns, and two root canals for the pain which started after I had gotten two crowns by him. I was lucky enough to find Dr. Chein and went in for a second opinion.
From the moment I stepped into his office, I knew that I was in good hands. Dr. Chein is not only honest, but also incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. He took the time to thoroughly examine my teeth and develop a treatment plan that was both conservative and effective. Dr. Chein found the true source of my pain, which was bad occlusion of the previous crown that I had gotten. I was amazed by his level of care and attention to detail. He saved my teeth from needing unnecessary root canals and urgent crowns and my pain is completely gone! His gentle and conservative approach to dentistry is truly remarkable, and I felt confident that I was receiving the best possible care.
Overall, Dr.Chein is hands down the best dentist I have ever been to, and I would not trust anyone else with my dental care. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a skilled, honest, and caring dentist. Thank you, Dr. Chein, for everything!
Dr. Chien has looked after the teeth of me and my family for years. He has always been super attentive to the condition of our teeth and has advised us of potential problems we might face as well as suggested preventive measures to avoid them. Yesterday I went for a temporary crown for a crown that had fallen off. The visit was painless and smooth and I had no problems whatsoever sitting there for 2.5 hours.
A special shoutout to Sally who was his assistant in the procedure and was more than an assistant. She not only knew her work very well but was also very understanding and offered a lot of emotional support. I had the best dental experience yesterday thanks to her and Dr. Chien. Thank you Sally for being such a good friend and for being so caring and supportive!
Dr Chien and his staff were great. His office and different rooms I went to were spotlessly clean and they took every precaution to make me feel safe. They were all very professional, friendly,knowledgeable and thorough in their approach to taking care of me.
I had my teeth cleaned today and as always I was very pleased with the service/staff. Dr. Stan Chien was extremely knowledgeable & polite. He answered all my questions/concerns and put me at ease. I highly recommend him for your dental needs.
I went to Dr. Chien for my implant crown consultation. The front desk staff, Marc, has been very helpful. Dr. Chien is a very knowledgeable dentist. He took his time to explain every detail of implant crown to me and answered my questions patiently. I came out of his office and found myself gaining some important information on what to expect when getting an implant crown. I am glad to have visited Dr. Chien !
A great Dr., who is very personable and has great etiquette. I have been to many many dentists and so far he and his office staff are the BEST. If you hate going to the Dentist, (like I do), you will love this place. All the staff are incredibly kind and understanding. My stress level starts to go down once I am in the chair. Monica is a wonderful hygienist and explains everything!! The front office staff make checking in and checking out a breeze. I cannot remember their names but they are very helpful and explain the amount of the bill very clearly, so there are no surprises. Give this place a try, you won’t regret it!!
Dr. Chien is knowledgeable, professional, skilled and friendly. He is always patient and explain with you the root cause and care plan. He even called to follows up after each treatment which is really impressive. I had one tooth needs to do crown. When he did the needle numbing my gum, I did not feel pain at all. And after the treatment, he gave me a clear care plan to make it comfortable. Dr. Chien is definitely a trustable dentist.
Cleaning service is wonderful. Office is clean and comfortable. His team is friendly and you can have message reminder before appointment.
Highly recommended Dr. Chien and his team.
Your oral health is in great hands with our patient-oriented care
A gentle and caring dentist like Dr. Chien do make a difference during surgery
Find the right solution for your missing teeth by discussing your needs
Fight inflammation with our in-house gum specialist “periodontist”
Detailed treatments to repair your teeth
Family is our goal. Everybody is welcome!
“I have a good time at Dr.Chien’s office thanks to his and his staff friendly and attentive service. He even called me at evening to check my status after a day procedure.” – Ngoc T. (June 2019)
I highly recommend Dr. Chien! He’s very kind and really makes sure you’re comfortable to tell him what you need help with for him to check and help you with what you need. He made sure we were attended on time with no time to waste. He also personally calls to check if everything is ok. Definitely a 5-star service!
Very friendly and professional staff. Dr. Chien is outgoing and personable. He truly is concerned about his patients and takes time to get to know his patients. Everyone, from the front desk to the hygienist and including Dr. Chien, go above and beyond to ensure that I am comfortable and fully informed of what is happening, what they are doing next and how long the process will take. They truly make me feel like a “VIP”.
If you are like me, I have always disliked (despised) visiting the dentist. I know it is necessary but I have always thought of a visit as a necessary evil. And, as a result, have often procrastinated…resulting in more pain and expense…
These professionals in this office make me reassess my thoughts and impressions of dental visits. I look forward to going. Not only do I leave with clean teeth (a feeling I truly enjoy) and a level of comfort knowing my mouth is healthy – I also leave feeling like I have just received VIP treatment – which I have. Looking for a new dental professional? I highly recommend Dr. Chien and his staff. I believe you will see why I leave feeling like a very confident VIP!
It was almost closing time, they told me to come on in, It was a great relief for me. They accommodated me very well and quickly with the short time they had.
Over all I was very pleased with the All the Staff there. DDS Stan Chien was very helpful with my situation.
Dr. Chien is such a professional. And his hygienist s are very meticulous when it comes to cleaning your teeth. I definitely recommend coming here. The facility is very clean and they handled the pandemic with tremendous care. After so many bad experiences with previous dentists, this is where I plan to stay.
"very patient centric approach and take time explaining the small details" - Mohan M.
"They're great about working with your schedule and budget" - Cailey F.
"Flexible, friendly and they treat you like family. " - Shoba V.
"very open and candid [...] and made me feel important and valued" - Alexandra L.
Fight inflammation with our in-house gum specialist “periodontist”
Detailed treatments to repair your teeth
Family is our goal. Everybody is welcome!
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