Tooth bonding is used for cosmetic dentistry. It is used to fix chips and cracks on teeth. It is also used to correct discolorations. It helps to improve your smile, as it provides adjustments for uneven teeth. When there are gaps and spaces between teeth, bonding can be employed to fill those gaps. Bonding is also a foundation for other dental procedures that requires fixed appliances.

The process of a bonding is very easy and can be completed in a single appointment. Our professionals assess your teeth to see if bonding is ideal for you. Then, we use a shade guide to help select a composite resin that would match the color of your natural teeth. Then we gently roughen the surface of the tooth, priming it with a liquid that will hold the bonding agent in place. Next, we would apply the resin on the liquid and work to mold and shape it to desire. Finally, an ultraviolet light is used to quickly harden the composite resin in place. It is a painless and fast procedure, so anesthesia is not needed.

Teeth bonding is a simple and inexpensive procedure with very little side effects. Patients should understand that composite resin is not as sturdy as their natural teeth, so durability is relative. Getting teeth bonding would mean that you have to keep your teeth away from really tough food. You should not bite down on hard stuff such as ice, candy, your fingernails, or a pen or pencils.

Composite resin is also not resistant to staining, so discoloration may occur if you a lot coffee or tea (or soft drinks). Also, we often recommend that teeth whitening be done before choosing a resin shade. Once the resin is bonded, you cannot whiten your teeth any further.