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What are dental veneers?Dental veneers are some of the most versatile tools we have when it comes to correcting defects in your teeth. Dental veneers, also known as ceramic or porcelain veneers, are extremely thin pieces of porcelain that we use to replace the damaged enamel on your teeth. The reason dental veneers are so…

More people are getting dental implants than ever before.  This is because people around the country have discovered that they do not have to live with the stigma of tooth loss. Tooth loss can be extremely traumatic for some people, especially when the tooth loss happens at a young age. Dealing with the embarrassment is compounded…

If you have damaged a tooth, CEREC crowns are one of the best and fastest ways to restore it. At Basti Dental Care, we know our Mission Viejo, CA patients are busy. Taking time out to visit the dentist is not always easy, especially if the appointment is to restore a damaged tooth. Traditionally, this…

At Basti Dental Care, we recommend dental implants as a way to replace missing teeth. If you are comparing dental implants vs. dentures, you should visit an implant dentist in Mission Viejo, CA. Drs. Alex & Nina Basti can examine you, determine the density of your jawbone, and make a recommendation as to which solution…

At Basti Dental Care, we use the latest in technology to improve the overall health of our patients while helping them obtain a truly beautiful smile. While everyone wants one, few are born with a near-perfect smile. Fortunately, if you live in Mission Viejo, CA or the 92691 area, it is easy to get one.…

We are an experienced Dentistry for Kids and families.  Parents trust us to take care of their children and to keep them in good oral health.  This is something that we take very seriously and preventative care is the most important part of the equation.  If we can help your child to stay healthy and…

When it comes to your oral health, one of the smartest things you can do for your teeth is to visit our dental office for the best preventative dentistry methods. If you don't begin taking care of your teeth now, you may suffer from oral health issues and end up costing yourself more money and…

In our dental office in Mission Viejo, we are regularly asked questions about oral health, and some of the things we hear are based on myth rather than reality. It is normal for dental myths to circulate throughout the community, but a few can lead to unhealthy habits, so it is important to visit our…

As a kids dentist in Mission Viejo, the largest single challenge that we face does not come in the form of rare disease or children's special developmental needs. The largest problem that most kid's dentists face is the idea, which too many parents have, that children do not need to visit the dentist on a…

It’s estimated one of every three kids in Orange County has untreated tooth decay. In fact, one of every seven kids has never visited a dentist. Basti Dental Care has built a practice designed with the youngest of patients in mind. While the most important consideration is to get your teeth back to health, Drs.…

 A lot has been made of Invisalign's cosmetic appeal, and the comfort and convenience afforded by patients' ability to remove the straightening aligner trays for cleaning or brushing. A lot has also been made of the treatment process and how patients get to see their straight teeth before the first aligner tray is placed, thanks…

Rethink the process of getting a dental crown. CEREC® one-day crown and traditional crown procedures start the same way: Basti Dental Care examines a patient's tooth, partly to see how much existing tooth structure is left. From there, a pain reliever is administered to make for the most comfortable experience. The tooth to be crowned is…