Dental Bonding: Benefits and Types

Some people have misshapen, or crooked teeth while others have large spaces between their teeth. These imperfections could make one depressed and feel shameful to display a smile. Don't get disappointed! A simple dental procedure like dental bonding can help you get that bright smile and enhance confidence.

Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material is applied to fix a decayed, discolored tooth or to achieve some other cosmetic purpose. The procedure is quick and non-invasive, and the results will last for long with the right care.

Need for Dental Bonding

During the dental bonding procedure, a tooth-colored resin is applied to the tooth surface and hardened with a high-intensity curing light. This application bonds tightly with the teeth to resolve dental issues. 

Dental bonding can do the following:

• Repair decayed teeth 
• Repair chipped or cracked teeth
• Improve the appearance of discolored teeth
• Close the gap between teeth
• Make teeth look longer
• Change the appearance of misshapen teeth
• Replace amalgam fillings with a cosmetic alternative
• Advantages of Dental Bonding
• It is a single-visit treatment
• Just enough tooth enamel is removed for a secure bonding process
• Anesthesia is generally not required unless dental bonding is done to fill a cavity
• It is not an expensive dental treatment
• Its aftercare is simple

Types of Dental Bonding

• Direct Composite Bonding

Direct composite bonding is a type of dental bonding in which composite resin is applied directly to the tooth. Then, the composite material is hardened with a curing light to complete the process. The procedure is often used to treat cavities, repair chipped teeth, and close small gaps.

• Adhesive Bonding

Adhesive bonding is a type of dental bonding that involves material, a bonding agent, and ultraviolet light to cure the tooth and resin. The dentist matches the color of the resin to that of the tooth. 

Then, tooth surfaces are roughened using a gentle phosphoric acid solution. A liquid bonding agent is then applied and tooth-colored resin is added following this. Finally, the resin gets hardened with the curing light. Adhesive bonding is commonly used with a dental crown or filling.

If you are looking for the best dental bonding treatment that provides a long-lasting solution to preserve your dazzling smile, visit us at Primary Dental Clinic, 4519 N Garfield St., Suite 16A, Midland, TX 79705. Call us at (432) 570-7080 to book an appointment.