COSMETIC TREATMENTS

Bonding

Bonding can be used as a restorative procedure for teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored or misarranged.  Bonding can also be placed as a filling in place of amalgam (silver) fillings depending on the location and size of filling needed.

How does it work?

The tooth is prepared for the procedure by lightly etching the surface and applying a bonding liquid. Once the liquid sets, a plastic resin is applied and sculpted into the desired shape by the dentist. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed and polished to a natural appearance.

Considerations

The bonding procedure is often completed in a single office visit, and can improve the appearance of a tooth significantly. However, since the plastic resin used is not as strong as your natural tooth enamel, it is more likely to stain, chip or break than natural teeth. Bonding can typically be repaired if broken or stained.