If you’re interested in enhancing your smile, the good news is that you don’t have to get some extensive/expensive procedure. Sometimes, the smallest change can make the biggest difference. No treatment demonstrates this better than cosmetic bonding (also referred to as direct bonding). In a single appointment, it can fix all types of flaws to make them seem like they were never there in the first place. Plus, the treatment is so gentle that you won’t even need local anesthetic! Here’s a brief list of what cosmetic bonding can do to give you the look you’ve always wanted.
What Exactly is Cosmetic Bonding?
This procedure involves your dentist using a small amount of composite resin (a mixture of dental plastic and small glass particles) and applying it to your tooth/teeth to change the appearance of the enamel. It’s the same material that’s in tooth-colored fillings, so not only is it natural looking, but extremely strong and durable as well.
Your dentist starts by applying an etching agent to the enamel so the resin can firmly bond, and once it’s in place, they can sculpt it to give your tooth the perfect shape or size. Then, they’ll polish and refine it so you can’t tell where the resin ends and your real tooth begins.
How Cosmetic Bonding Can Change Your Smile
Cosmetic bonding is extremely versatile, and with it, your dentist can:
- Close noticeable gaps
- Increase the size of small teeth
- Make the smile look more symmetrical
- Add protection around exposed roots
- Repair small chips & cracks
- Restore weakened teeth
- Cover stains that don’t respond to whitening
In, Out, Beautiful
With cosmetic bonding, you can make a meaningful change to your appearance in just one appointment, all without having to undergo some extensive procedure. And, with the right care (consisting of daily brushing and flossing and regular dental visits), the results can be trusted to last for over a decade. It’s also one of the most affordable cosmetic treatments!
What’s important to keep in mind is that cosmetic bonding is ideal for making small adjustments, but if you want to make a BIG change, or if you have dental issues like cavities or gum disease, then your dentist may recommend you undergo other treatments.
If you’re interested in getting a smile makeover the easy way, be sure to keep cosmetic bonding on your radar!
About the Author
Dr. Moji Chandy opened Aegis Dental’s doors in 2012 and loves helping her patients achieve their dream smiles by providing reliable, personalized cosmetic dentistry. She has completed extensive training in a variety of dental areas, allowing her to provide a wide range of services, including cosmetic bonding. To learn more about the cosmetic services Dr. Chandy offers, visit Aegis Dental’s website or call 972-492-6700.