Cosmetic Dental Bonding
At River’s Bend Family Dental, we create a comfortable environment to address the unique dental needs of your family.
What Is Cosmetic Dental Bonding?
If you have front teeth with chips, cracks, exposed roots, spaces between teeth, or just general decay, you might benefit from cosmetic dental bonding. Bonding material, or composite, is a strong tooth-colored material designed to look and feel like natural teeth.
When in the hands of a dental artist, the bonding material is like a gooey tooth-colored material that can be sculpted and set into magnificent works of art that are your teeth and smile.
The following are the most common reasons patients decide to have dental bonding procedures done:
- Covering up discoloration
- Changing the shape of a tooth
- Repairing cracks or chips on teeth
- Repairing decay on teeth
- Filling a small space between two teeth
- Protecting exposed roots of a tooth
If you’re experiencing any of the above issues, consider scheduling an appointment to discuss tooth bonding as an option. Ignoring chips or cracks can increase the likelihood of decay and additional damage to the tooth.
River’s Bend Family Dental offers a wide range of dental bonding procedures, making it convenient for your entire family to attend to their dental needs.
Tooth Bonding Process
The first step in the tooth bonding process is cleaning the tooth and isolating it for repair. With the right cleansers applied and rinsed off of the tooth, the dental bonding resin is ready for application. The resin has several different adhesives as well as other coloring components. These are applied and shaped until the best shape and thickness are achieved.
The length of the procedure depends on the number of teeth and surfaces involved. Once finished, the resin is set with UV curing light, polished, and adjusted to fit your natural bite and smile.
The beauty of this dental bonding procedure is within the teeth bonding resin material. The chameleon-like properties with a well-chosen color can match your exact natural teeth. A job well done is when none of your closest friends and family can tell the difference between teeth bonding material and natural tooth.
Tooth Bonding vs Veneers
If we consider veneers as the Cadillac of cosmetic dentistry, tooth bonding is the more economical Toyota. Dental bonding and veneers are two different techniques that still produce similar results. You can think of dental bonding as a simplified version of veneers. The process is faster, less invasive, and more affordable than veneers.
They both change the shape, color, and size of natural teeth and require only minimal cutting. The dramatic changes to your smile and teeth with the procedure can also be life-changing. If you want to know more about veneers, check them out here: porcelain veneers.
The Benefits of Teeth Bonding
Instant Gratification: Teeth bonding is quick and can usually be completed in just one visit to the office. The change in your personal confidence and sense of self-worth is boosted the moment you step out of the office with your new teeth. Throwing out the self-conscious feelings with cracked and chipped teeth. Ask us about teeth bonding and whether it is right for you.
Family Dentistry
At River’s Bend Family Dental, we create a comfortable environment to address the unique dental needs of your family.
Dental Bonding Aftercare
No need to change your diet or eating habits after receiving new dentally bonded teeth. There aren’t even any specific restrictions. It’s simply important for you to follow up with good dental hygiene practices, brushing and flossing at least twice a day. Continue to schedule your dentist appointments every six months as well.
Associated Costs
Every person’s situation and specific insurance plan are unique and different. With most tooth bonding procedures, what and how much a procedure will be covered is ultimately determined by your specific policy and plan. If you do not currently have dental insurance coverage or have questions about payment options, always feel free to contact our knowledgeable staff. They are always happy to discuss possible options with you.