Restore Your Smile With Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a cosmetic procedure that uses composite resin to reshape or repair your smile. It’s an ideal solution for those looking to improve their smile’s appearance without the high cost or invasiveness of procedures like orthodontics or veneers. Bonding is perfect for fixing chipped or uneven teeth, offering an affordable way to restore your self-confidence.
One of the main advantages of bonding is that it can often be completed in just one visit, without the need for anesthesia. While dental bonding may wear and discolor over time, it is a durable option that typically lasts for many years.
Reasons for Cosmetic Bonding
- Closing gaps or spaces between teeth
- Repairing chipped or fractured teeth
- Restoring decayed teeth with cavities
- Lengthening uneven or short teeth
- Protecting exposed tooth roots caused by receding gums
- Restoring badly discolored teeth for a more uniform appearance
What Does Dental Bonding Involve?
To begin, the dentist will isolate the teeth included in the procedure, etching them in preparation for bonding. After applying the etching conditioning liquid, the surface of the teeth will have small crevices that allow the tooth stronger adhesion with the bonding agent.
The dentist will then apply a bonding resin which cements the composite in place. After several layers of tooth-colored composite are applied, the composite and bonding resin are shaped and hardened with a specially calibrated light. Once the composite is fully set, the bonded areas are smoothed, buffed, and polished to blend in naturally with the surrounding teeth.
If you want to regain confidence in your smile, contact our practice to learn more about bonding.