Ladera Ranch area options to repair damaged teeth

Your smile is precious in many ways. Nothing speaks of confidence and friendliness like a dazzling smile to greet a new friend or business acquaintance. It is also important to your health and wellbeing. Damaged teeth from oral injury, deep decay, or other causes can ruin the appearance of an otherwise attractive smile as well as causing considerable pain. Drs. Nina and Alex Basti offer a full range of restorative options, to get you out of pain and into a dazzling smile, quickly and comfortably.

Dental crowns

A crown encases the entire tooth in high-strength porcelain. It is a great solution for repairing a broken off tooth, or one that has worn down severely. Crowns are also recommended for weak teeth, because they provide full protection. When replacing old, failing or unattractive dental work crowns are sometimes used on teeth that had large fillings. If there is any decay behind the filling, fractures around it, or other damage to the tooth, it may not be strong enough to support a new filling. Crowns are also frequently used on teeth following root canal treatment.

Cosmetic fillings

In most cases, a cavity does not cause enough damage to require the protection of a crown. Cosmetic tooth fillings are the modern, beautiful, and biocompatible alternative to traditional silver. We use a composite resin material, which is colored to match your tooth for an indiscernible restoration. Unlike silver fillings, the material bonds to the tooth. Therefore, the cavity does not need to be shaped for retention, enabling us to leave the healthy part of the tooth intact.

Bonding or veneers

In many cases, minor damage such as chips can be repaired with cosmetic dental bonding or porcelain veneers. Bonding is very similar to tooth colored fillings, as it utilizes a color-matched resin material. However, it is applied to the tooth surface. It can also be used to cover stains or other minor cosmetic concerns. If you wish to alter the overall color, size, or shape of the tooth as well as repairing minor damage, a porcelain veneer may be the best choice.

We will be happy to discuss your options, and help you choose the best procedure to restore your health, comfort, and smile! Call us at and schedule a consultation today. Our office is conveniently located in Mission Viejo, close to Ladera Ranch, Laguna Niguel, and other area communities.