Bonding
Bonding is a conservative way to repair slightly chipped, discolored, or crooked teeth. During dental bonding, a white resin material is applied to your tooth and a special light is used to harden the material. This material “bonds” with your tooth providing a permanent restoration. The bonding material comes in a variety of shades to allow the dentist to closely match the appearance of your natural teeth.
Bonding can also be used for fillings instead of silver amalgams. Many patients prefer bonded fillings because the white color is much less noticeable than silver amalgam fillings. Bonding can be used on front and back teeth, depending on the extent of tooth decay.
Dental bonding can often be used to:
- Repair decayed teeth
- Change the shape of teeth
- Repair chipped or cracked teeth
- Replace amalgam (silver) fillings to provide a cosmetic enhancement
- Protect exposed root surfaces in cases where gums have receded
Bonding is less expensive than other cosmetic treatments and usually can be completed in one visit to our office. However, bonding can stain and is easier to break than other cosmetic treatments such as porcelain veneers. The bonding can generally be easily patched or repaired in one visit.
For more information on bonding, or to set up a consultation time to discuss options that may be right for you, contact our office.
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