Bonding
Bonding can be an important part of restoring or completing your smile. When a dental problem has surfaced in your mouth and causes unsightly flaws and/or slight discomfort, dental bonding will improve and strengthen your confidence in your smile.
Although a consultation and full analysis with the dentist is recommended before treatment, there are many reasons that bonding may become necessary. These reasons may include the following:
- Change the shape of teeth
- Close spaces between teeth
- Repair decay in teeth
- Repair chip or crack in teeth
- Cosmetic improvement
- Protection of sensitive teeth
After bonding, your teeth will be stronger, your smile can be brighter, and your confidence level will be higher. The smile you’ve always wanted may not be far away. Like most restorative dental services, bonding may need to be treated or replaced at a future date. Usually the bonding will last for many years before any replacements will need to take place.
Procedure
The bonding process is usually completed in one visit. In preparation to bonding, the surface of the tooth will be prepared and conditioned for the application of a putty-like material called resin. The resin is then applied with careful sculpting, shaping and coloring to contribute to the naturally grown teeth in your mouth. A high-intense light then causes the resin to harden (bond) to the surface of your teeth. The resin is then smoothed and polished to look and feel like your naturally grown teeth.
After the procedure the doctor will inform you with care and maintenance instructions for the new bond. By following consistent hygiene practices you will aid the life of the bond. It is also important that you attend regular dental appointments.
