The term "dental bonding" is used when there is an application to the mouth, like veneers, crowns, etc. When bonding is used this way, it’s referred to as adhesive bonding.
Direct composite bonding applications are a way to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing smile without the more extensive procedures required for the placement of porcelain veneers and/or dental crowns.
It is named after its technique of bonding a natural-looking mix of resin and adhesive to the existing tooth and curing it with a high-intensity light.
It can be used to improve the color of teeth as well as close up gaps between teeth or sometimes even make them appear longer. Direct composite bonding can even be used to protect the tooth’s root when it becomes exposed from gum recession.
Direct composite bonding involves your dentist using natural-looking materials to repair the tooth and reshape as needed by applying and then sculpting the medium to blend into the area.
It takes little preparation or anesthetic unless it’s being used to hide a larger decayed area that’s been cleaned out. Your dentist will match the color of the bonding material to the shade of your existing teeth and then proceed.
Advantages of Dental Bonding
There are some major advantages to dental bonding. Some of these advantages include:
- A beautiful, natural look
- A minimally expensive cosmetic dentistry option
- Quick turnaround, with as little as one visit
- No removal of natural tooth enamel (unless larger areas of decay are present)
- May not require the use of anesthesia
Whether your dentist and you opt for dental bonding or porcelain veneers, you are sure to be happy with your beautiful restoration. To learn more, reach out today for a consultation where we can discuss your options.
