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With today's modern dental technology, just about any less than perfect smile can be made over into a dazzling new one. People who are uncomfortable with the way their teeth look can find the help they need from an Orange County CA dentist who can fix their dental issues.

Aesthetic dental problems vary among patients and include such issues as missing or misshapen teeth, discoloration, and malocclusion. At the initial consultation, the dentist will examine the patient's mouth, take some x-rays, and possibly make a plaster impression of the teeth.

A simple case of crooked teeth or poorly aligned jaws will usually be referred for orthodontics. Patients can either choose traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, or the popular Invisalign system of removable aligners to correct this problem.

Missing teeth can be replaced by dental implants, which are surgically installed prosthetic teeth attached to a small metal post. Veneers are a good solution for teeth which are unsightly for any reason, these shell-like coverings made of porcelain or composite materials act as a new face for them.

Some patients just want whiter teeth, which can be done either with a take-home bleaching kit, or by an in-office procedure that uses a peroxide based gel which is activated by a laser light. Both of these methods can effectively lighten teeth up to several shades and produce good results.

The Orange County CA dentist will discuss with the patient his or her dental concerns, and fully evaluate the mouth. The patient can find out what the best alternative is to achieve the look he or she wishes to have. After the teeth are corrected accordingly, patients can enjoy their brilliant new smiles.