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Esthetique Dental Can Restore Your Smile With Dental Bonding
Dental Bonding is a restoration procedure in which a tooth-colored resin is bonded to a tooth and cured with ultraviolet light. Bonding is faster and cheaper than veneers or crowns, and can thus be a good option to make small cosmetic improvements to your teeth. Unlike veneers and crowns, bonding can be done within one office visit since nothing has to be custom-made by a dental laboratory. Additionally, the procedure typically requires removing less tooth enamel compared to veneers and crowns. However, since bonding typically doesn’t last as long as other forms of restoration and is less resistant to stains, it is used more often for small cosmetic touchups rather than major restorations.
How it's done?
The bonding procedure typically requires 30 to 60 minutes for each tooth. First, the dentist determines exactly what color shade your teeth are to select a resin that will blend it naturally. Once this is done, the dentist in Keller will prepare the tooth so that the bonding material will adhere more easily. This involves roughening the surface of the affected tooth and applying a liquid conditioner. Once this is complete, the dentist will apply the resin to the tooth, and cure it in place using an ultraviolet light. Finally, our top general dentist in Keller, TX will apply the finishing touches to shaping and polishing the resin for a good fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dental Bonding Used to Fix?
Dental bonding uses tooth-colored composite resin to repair minor cosmetic issues, such as filling gaps between teeth, fixing chips or cracks, reshaping misaligned teeth, and masking discoloration.
How is Dental Bonding Different From Veneers?
Bonding is less invasive and less expensive than veneers. It uses a soft resin applied directly to the tooth and shaped by the dentist in a single visit. Veneers are custom-made porcelain shells crafted in a lab and permanently bonded to the tooth.
How Long Does the Bonding Procedure Take?
Dental bonding is one of the fastest cosmetic procedures we offer, typically taking only 30 to 60 minutes per tooth.
Is Any Drilling or Numbing Required for Dental Bonding?
In most cases, no drilling or anaesthesia is needed, as the procedure involves minimal tooth preparation. It is often a painless, fast, and comfortable process.
How Long Does Dental Bonding Last?
Bonding generally lasts 4 to 8 years, depending on your biting habits and oral hygiene. Because the material is resin, it is not as strong as porcelain and may need touch-ups over time.
Can Bonded Teeth Stain?
Yes. Unlike porcelain veneers, the composite resin material can stain over time, especially if you consume large amounts of coffee, tea, or red wine, or if you smoke. We recommend reducing these habits to maintain the appearance of your bonded teeth.