A healthy and sparkling smile defines your personality. It helps boost your self-esteem, and enhance your social interactions in this image-conscious world! And what if you are deprived of a beautiful smile? Worry not! The Ladera Ranch dentist and their expert team have expertise in offering a gorgeous smile through dental bonding.
But what is dental bonding? Scroll down to learn everything about this instant smile rejuvenation procedure.
What is dental bonding?
Dental bonding is a cosmetic procedure that uses a tooth-colored composite resin material to enhance your smile. It is a more cost-effective procedure than other cosmetic treatments like orthodontic braces or veneers.
When is dental bonding indicated?
Dental bonding is the most common procedure in cosmetic dentistry. It is a non-invasive treatment for minor damage and imperfections on your teeth. It is recommended for the following reasons:
- Fixing chipped or fractured teeth
- Closing diastema (space between the teeth)
- Restoring or fixing teeth with caries (composite fillings)
- Lengthening uneven teeth
- Camouflage tooth discoloration
- Protecting roots exposed due to gum recession
- A cosmetic alternative to an amalgam filling
Does dental bonding offer any benefits?
Cosmetic dental bonding offers many benefits, such as:
- It is cost effective
- Minimally invasive (does not involve trauma to the surrounding tissues and structures) procedure
- It is versatile since it conceals a wide range of imperfections like cracks, fractures, or discoloration
- Dental bonding can be completed in a single office visit
How is dental bonding performed?
Dental bonding is a safe, painless, and quick procedure.
- The process begins with a consultation with your dentist to assess your teeth and discuss your goals and expectations.
- Generally, anesthesia may not be needed unless bonding is used to fill an extensive cavity.
- Your teeth will be cleaned and air-dried to prevent moisture
- The teeth to be treated will be isolated using cotton or rubber dam
- The teeth will be roughened to apply a special conditioning solution to help bonding material adhere to the tooth (acid etching).
- After etching, the resin material will be applied, and molded into the desired shape
- The composite resin will be hardened with a special curing light that bonds the material to the tooth surface
- Once the composite is set, the bonded areas are trimmed, smoothed, buffed, and polished to match the natural teeth.
Overall dental bonding is a popular and effective cosmetic dental treatment for improving the appearance of teeth and achieving a more confident smile. However, remember to consult a qualified dentist to determine if it’s the right option for your specific dental needs.