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Quick, Natural-Looking Tooth Repair with Bonding
With slightly chipped, discolored, or crooked teeth, a conservative method for repair is what we call “bonding”. Bonding is when a white filling is placed onto your tooth in order to improve its appearance. The filling “bonds” with your teeth and closely matches your natural look. This is so successful due to the fact it comes in a variety of tooth-colored shades.Bonding can also be employed for teeth fillings in place of the traditional amalgam fillings. The white color of the bonded fillings are often preferred over the traditional silver amalgam fillings because they look like your normal teeth. Depending on the extent and location of the tooth decay, both front and back teeth are candidates for bonding fillings.
Bonding can be completed in typically one dental visit and is also less expensive than the other treatments. Bonding is however easier to break and stain than other cosmetic methods like porcelain veneers. Inform your dentist if they do happen to chip or break for they can easily be repaired in just one appointment.
How Does Dental Bonding Work
In most cases, treatment can be completed in a single visit. The duration and number of visits depend on the extent of the work and the number of teeth involved.
A dental professional begins by roughening the tooth surface to ensure a secure bond for the resin. The resin is then carefully applied, shaped, and smoothed. An ultraviolet light or laser is used to harden the resin, and the bonding is finished and polished for the perfect shape and appearance.
Who can benefit from Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is a cosmetic procedure designed to address aesthetic concerns with one or more teeth. It is an ideal solution for patients dealing with:
- Discoloration: For patients with severely stained teeth that whitening can't fix.
- Chipped or Broken Teeth: Ideal for patients with chipped or damaged teeth.
- Gaps Between Teeth: Perfect for patients with noticeable spaces between teeth.
- Short or Misshapen Teeth: A great option for patients looking to lengthen or reshape their teeth.
Dental bonding is a more cost-effective and quicker alternative to porcelain veneers. However, one drawback is that the composite resin is more prone to staining. We advise patients with dental bonding to avoid smoking and be cautious with foods and drinks that may cause stains.
