281-446-4700Cosmetic dental bonding is a simple procedure in which tooth-colored resin is applied and hardened on your teeth to improve their appearance. While it is often used solely for cosmetic purposes, our dentists may also recommend it to repair decayed, chipped, cracked or gapped teeth. Dental bonding is also an excellent way to protect the tooth roots when they have been exposed by gum recession.
Dental bonding is among the easiest and least expensive cosmetic treatment options available. It can also usually be completed in a single visit to Aesthetic Dentistry Associates unless there are multiple teeth involved. Your results from dental bonding will typically last three to 10 years, depending on your oral habits and the amount of bonding material used, before any modification or replacement is necessary.
Uses of Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic bonding is commonly used to:
- Repair chipped and cracked teeth
- Repair decayed teeth
- Close spaces and gaps between the teeth
- Improve the shape of the teeth
- Lighten yellow, discolored or stained teeth
- Offer a cosmetic alternative to dental fillings
- Protect exposed tooth roots
The Cosmetic Bonding Procedure
Unlike other cosmetic and restorative procedures, little to no tooth preparation is required for cosmetic bonding. Our dentists will first choose a resin color that closely matches the shade of your teeth. The composite will then be bonded to your tooth, hardened and polished until it matches the sheen of your teeth. This typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes.
Taking Care of Your Cosmetic Bonding
As with all dental procedures, maintaining good oral hygiene is necessary to keep your bonding and your teeth in good condition. Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing at least once a day will help maintain good oral health of your teeth and cosmetic bonds. Regular dental exams with our dentists will also continue to be important so we can detect issues like cracked bonds early. Cosmetic bonds can easily be damaged by biting on hard objects like pens, ice or hard foods. If you think you may have damaged your bonding, then please give us a call so we can repair the bonding right away.
How Long Does Bonding Last?
The lifespan of dental bonding varies depending on your oral habits and can be extended through proper oral hygiene. Most dental bonding treatments last from three to 10 years before our dentists will need to modify or replace them.
Why Choose Cosmetic Bonding?
Cosmetic bonding is inexpensive to receive and simple for our dentists to perform. Unless multiple teeth are receiving bonding, it can also be completed in a single visit to Aesthetic Dentistry Associates. It is a minimally invasive procedure, especially when compared to dental veneers and crowns, and requires little or no removal of your tooth enamel. Bonding is also very comfortable, and an anesthetic is typically not needed unless the tooth being treated has a cavity or other problem.
For more information about dental bonding in Atascocita, Texas, and to schedule a consultation with Drs. Umansky and Nikmard, call our office today at 281-446-4700.