Patient laughing in the treatment chair at Smile By Design Dental Group in Irvine, California

General and Family Dentistry in Irvine, CA

A Dentist Irvine Patients Stay With for Decades

Many of Dr. Choi's patients have been with him 10, 15, even 20 years. Start with a thorough exam and a plan you actually understand.

Now accepting new patients of all ages in Irvine.
15,000+ implant procedures
Dr. Choi in dentistry since 1986
Most PPO plans accepted

Sound familiar?

Tired of Being Rushed Through Your Appointment?

Most people have sat in a chair, heard a list of treatments, and left with no idea what was urgent or why. That is how small problems turn into expensive ones.

Dr. Michael Choi, DMD of Smile By Design Dental Group

Your dentist

Meet Dr. Michael Choi, DMD

Dr. Choi is a prosthodontist and implant specialist who trained at UCLA and Loma Linda University, taught there as an assistant professor, and still lectures to other dentists. Your cleaning is handled by a hygienist with more than 20 years of experience.

Dentist reviewing a treatment plan with a patient

What to expect

Your First Visit, Start to Finish

Plan on about an hour. We take X-rays, your hygienist cleans your teeth, then Dr. Choi examines you and walks you through exactly what he found, what needs attention now, and what can wait.

Services

One Practice for the Whole Family

Exams and cleanings, fillings, same-day crowns, gum health, oral cancer screening, extractions, and cosmetic work. When something complex comes up, you are already sitting in a specialist's chair.

Exams and Cleanings

A full exam with X-rays plus a cleaning from a hygienist with more than 20 years of experience. Recommended every six months.

Fillings and Same-Day Crowns

Decay treated early, and crowns made and fitted without weeks of waiting on a temporary.

Gum Health and Screenings

Gum recession, dental pockets, and oral cancer screening checked at every visit, because early is cheaper than late.

Extractions and Wisdom Teeth

Handled in house, with sedation available when you need it.

Cosmetic Work

Veneers, whitening, and smile makeovers from a dentist who also trained in cosmetic dentistry.

Implants and Full Mouth Cases

When something complex comes up, you are already sitting in a prosthodontist and implant specialist’s chair.

Featured reviews

Real Patient Experience

“I've been going to Dr. Choi for over 10 years now. He's the best in the business. Super professional and incredible at what he does.”
Kylie N.
“I have been visiting Dr. Choi for more than 15 years and have had a great experience. Definitely recommend this to everyone.”
Lily P.
“The hygienists do a wonderful job for routine checkups and Dr. Choi is very knowledgeable and helpful for more complex situations.”
Mark P.

Cost and insurance

Straight Answers About Cost

Insurance
We accept most PPO insurance plans. We do not accept Medi-Cal, Medicaid, or HMO plans.
Payment plans
In-house payment plans plus CareCredit, so a treatment plan can be spread out.
No surprises
Dr. Choi walks you through what needs attention now and what can wait, with the cost, before anything is decided.

Please note we do not accept Medi-Cal, Medicaid, or HMO plans.

Current offer

Your consult goes toward treatment

Your consultation fee is applied toward your treatment when you decide to move forward.

Treatment room at Smile By Design Dental Group in Irvine

Visit us

Easy to Get To, Easy to Fit In

We are on Waterworks Way in Irvine with Friday appointments starting at 7:00 AM, so you can be done before work. Call and we will find a time that fits your week.

Hours

Monday
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Get started

Request Your Appointment

Send us your details and we will call to confirm a time. Remember, your consultation fee goes toward your treatment if you choose to move forward.

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