Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Cincinnati area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is. Today in the Endres Gateway Dentistry dental blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry.
The dental bonding procedure uses a resin material that is sturdy and tooth-colored. It is applied to the teeth while soft, like putty, and then hardened or set with a special light. The material bonds with the tooth and can then be shaped and polished.
Dentists will usually consider the option of bonding when 1) decayed, 2) chipped, or 3) cracked teeth need to be repaired.
4) Large spaces between teeth can be filled with bonding material, and 5) roots can be protected by bonding after gums recede.
6) Discolored teeth can also be improved using the bonding process
7) Teeth can be shaped to look longer. Bonding is often used, along with teeth whitening as part of a total smile makeover.
If you are in the Montgomery, Blue Ash, or Kenwood area and are in need of dental care or have cosmetic dentistry questions, please give us a call at 513-791-8880.
We hope to hear from you soon!
The following website was used as source material for this blog:
http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/dental-bonding, accessed on March 7, 2013
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