Fix Your Smile Imperfections with Bonding

Your teeth are one of your most noticeable features on your face and when they have imperfections, it is reasonable to have insecurities because of them.  Cracks, chips, gaps and stains are just a few ways that your teeth can look less than ideal.  When these imperfections are present, the simple fact is that you smile less.  You hide who you are because you feel uncomfortable with how you look.  The good news is that you don't have to continue hiding.  There are many options available in cosmetic dentistry that can help you to look your best.  One of the most affordable and fast ways to fix your teeth is with bonding.

What is bonding?

Bonding is a process where a tooth-colored resin is applied to the teeth. The resin is then hardened with a special light that bonds the material to the teeth, creating a natural and cohesive look to the tooth.  The process takes about an hour to complete, per tooth. Unless bonding is being used to fill a cavity, the procedure typically does not require anesthesia.  

When is bonding the right choice for you?

Bonding is an option that can help with a variety of cosmetic imperfections in the teeth.  These include cracked teeth, chipped teeth, spaces between teeth, to change the shape of teeth, improve discolorations, repair decayed teeth and to protect the tooth's root if it has been exposed due to gum recession.  

Bonding can be a good alternative to veneers and crowns when you are dealing with imperfections that are relatively small and/or relegated to a minimal number of teeth. Instead of having tooth enamel removed, as with these other two options, bonding creates a new look by bonding to your original teeth.  The resin is shaped and smoothed to the desired tooth shape, making a natural transition to a more appealing smile.  The process can usually be completed within one office visit as well, since molds of your teeth do not need to be taken to create your new smile.  

Composite bonding for cavities

If you have cavities that need to be repaired, composite bonding is an ideal way to fix the problem in a way that is still aesthetically pleasing.  Dark fillings can just be, for lack of a better word, ugly.  You can have old fillings replaced with composite bonding for a more natural look for your teeth.

Individualized Treatment

No matter what your need is for bonding - whether you have staining that cannot be removed or spaces between your teeth or cavities you need repaired - Dr. Siman takes your individual needs into account and will be able to recommend the best course of action for your smile.  If bonding is the right choice for fixing your specific smile issues, you can expect that the process will be tailored to create your most attractive smile.  From the color to the shape to the texture, your bonding will be a natural looking fix so that you can start smiling freely again.