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Patients in need of dental restorations near Ladera Ranch benefit from many types of beautiful, durable crowns

Dental professionals of today like Drs. Alex and Nina Basti have numerous materials to rebuild or restore tooth structure damaged by decay and accidents. These materials include:
  • Gold alloys
  • Base metal alloys
  • Porcelain-fused-to-metal
  • All-porcelain or ceramic
Alloys are a mix of two or more metals. These alloys might be made from gold or copper, or base metals. While very strong, gold is quite costly. It might also be best for a back tooth that isn't visible. While base metal alloys are less costly than silver, the color can be a turnoff.

Traditionally, porcelain fused to metal (PFM) has provided both durability and an aesthetically pleasing look. The problem with PFM is you can see a dark stripe near the gum line. This is the darker metal peeking through the porcelain.

The porcelain teeth provided by Drs. Alex and Nina Basti are designed to look just like your natural teeth, down to how the light reflects off the tooth. Unlike porcelain teeth of yesteryear, you don't have to sacrifice strength for a beautiful appearance.

Basti Dental Care can also use porcelain in a number of different ways, including:
  • To restore a badly-damaged tooth with a crown
  • To cover a dental implant
  • To make a new tooth in a bridge
  • As a dental filling
  • For a veneer to cover imperfections
Since the porcelain is shaped and designed to look and function just like your natural teeth, no additional hygiene instructions are needed. Just be sure to brush, floss, and keep up with regular checkups and professional cleanings as you normally would.

While there are many materials to restore your teeth, and dental porcelain has evolved to be a durable and versatile option, we will need to consult with you. Considerations that could affect if porcelain teeth are used to make your smile beautiful and healthy include location of the tooth, extent of decay, and pre-existing habits and characteristics such as teeth grinding.

To find out which of the many types of crowns are best for you, call Basti Dental Care. Located near Ladera Ranch, Drs. Basti and their team can be reached at 949-427-2096.

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