Dental Bonding

Do you have a minor cosmetic issue with your teeth you wish you could have repaired? Have you always thought that cosmetic dentistry was out of your reach?

Minor aesthetic flaws can sometimes be corrected using an affordable, non-invasive procedure called dental bonding. Composite dental bonding is perfect for patients who want to avoid involved procedures but have small concerns about the appearance of their teeth.

What Aesthetic Problems Can You Correct with Dental Bonding?

We use the same material for cosmetic bonding as tooth-colored fillings because it has a natural appearance and can be custom-shaded to match your smile. Some of the aesthetic issues we correct with bonding include:

Gaps between teeth
Chipped tooth
Broken tooth
Tooth shape or size differences
Teeth that appear too short
Exposed tooth roots
Discolored teeth that can't be whitened

How Does Cosmetic Dental Bonding Work?

If you're considering whitening your teeth, it's best to do so before the bonding procedure. The composite resin used for bonding cannot be bleached, so whitening your teeth first allows us to choose the proper shade to blend seamlessly for a virtually invisible repair.

First, we etch or roughen the surface of the area we're treating. We then apply a conditioning agent to prepare your tooth and bond to the composite material. Next, we apply the composite material in several layers, shaping it to match the tooth's natural contours and hardening it with a special curing light.

Once the final layer is applied, we polish and smooth the composite to blend perfectly with your natural tooth.

Benefits of Cosmetic Dental Bonding

One advantage of cosmetic bonding is that your dentist does minimal preparation of the tooth, meaning your tooth is left intact, and we add the composite material as needed. Because bonding is non-invasive, we can often perform the procedure without numbing the tooth. It's also a straightforward procedure that allows us to treat several teeth in one appointment.

Cosmetic bonding is a versatile method for improving the aesthetics of teeth. Our dentist can help you determine whether dental bonding is right for your unique needs.

Call our office today to schedule an exam. We will be happy to answer all your questions and get you on track for the beautiful smile of your dreams.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have a chip in my front tooth. Can you use dental bonding to repair it?

If the chip in your tooth is small and located in the right place, we may be able to repair it using dental bonding. Our doctor will perform an exam to determine if dental bonding can benefit you.

Is dental bonding expensive?

Dental bonding is one of the most affordable cosmetic treatments available. Because it is non-invasive, requires less prep work on your tooth, and eliminates the need for a dental lab, it is very affordable for many of our patients.

I have a gap in my teeth. Can you fix it?

Small dental flaws, such as gaps between your teeth, can sometimes be fixed with cosmetic dental bonding. Bonding is a cost-effective treatment that is non-invasive and effective. To determine if your particular problem can be solved with dental bonding, call our office to schedule an exam.