What is Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is a cosmetic procedure that uses a tooth colored composite resin to improve your teeth. The bonding material is applied directly to the tooth, shaped to match your natural teeth and hardened with a special light (often ultraviolet light or another special curing light). Once the resin bonds to your tooth, it looks completely natural and can even help strengthen a damaged tooth.
This is a go to procedure for those who want to fix chips, cover discoloration or fill small gaps between teeth. It’s perfect for minor cosmetic touch ups or a complete smile makeover. Unlike veneers or crowns, dental bonding is minimally invasive and often requires no anesthesia.
Bonding is the application of tooth-colored composite resin to enhance the appearance of your smile.
It can be used:
- To correct cracks or gaps in teeth
- To cover up stains or discolored teeth
- As a filling after a cavity has been removed
First, the doctor will choose a shade of composite resin that will match and enhance your smile. Then the composite resin will be applied and sculpted over your tooth. After the resin has been applied, an LED light is used to harden the resin. It will then be polished. Results are achieved immediately and can subtly or drastically change the appearance of your smile. Bonding is a safe, affordable and aesthetically pleasing solution for many dental problems.