Dental bonding will improve the look of your teeth quickly and easily. Cracks can grow and spread, and chips can lead to decay.
Dental bonding is a simple way to repair minor damage to your teeth and improve the appearance of your smile. It can be used to close small gaps between teeth, fix chips or minor cracks, repair certain areas of decay, and cover exposed tooth roots. The procedure involves applying a tooth-colored composite resin directly to the affected tooth. This material is shaped to match your natural teeth and then hardened to create a durable restoration. Unlike dental bridges or implants, bonding works with your existing tooth to restore its appearance and function.
At Northside Dental, we believe good dental care starts with understanding our patients and their individual needs. We take your comfort, schedule, budget, and any concerns about treatment into consideration when developing your dental care plan. Our staff is here to answer your questions, explain your options, and help you feel comfortable with the care you receive. If you would like to learn more about dental bonding, call Northside Dental at 317-342-9446 to schedule an evaluation, or visit our office at 15026 Greyhound Ct., Carmel, IN 46032.
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The Dental Bonding Procedure
Dental bonding is both quick and quite easy. The tooth that needs attention will be cleaned and dried. We will then apply cleansers and adhesives to the tooth to prepare it to receive the dental bonding application.
This preparation of the tooth allows for the dental bonding to permanently attach to the existing tooth surface. The bonding resin is made up of several components, which include a glue-like substance that adheres the resin composite to the surface of the tooth. We will apply the resin in layers until the desired thickness is achieved. We can shape, sculpt, and mold this putty-like substance to our liking to keep your tooth looking natural.
We will color the compound to match your neighboring teeth, and then, after we have shaped the resin, it is hardened using a special light that will set the compound quickly and easily. We will clean and polish your new tooth, and we will adjust it to fit your bite and your smile. The entire dental bonding process usually takes 1-2 hours, depending on the number of teeth we wish to address with the bonding and the severity of the damage to the tooth or teeth being improved.
The Benefits of Dental Bonding
There are numerous benefits to having dental bonding applied to your teeth. The first benefit is that it will instantly improve the look of your teeth and your smile. This will come as a great relief if you struggle with cracked or chipped teeth and cannot wait to get them fixed.
A second benefit is that the bonding can also strengthen that tooth overall; when a tooth is cracked, it is more susceptible to bacteria, infection, and even further damage. Restoring the natural shape of a cracked or chipped tooth will also mean that some of the strength can be restored as well.
Another benefit of dental bonding is that it is immediate. Most dental bonding treatments can be completed in just one visit with Northside Dental, which means you really do not need to walk around with chipped or cracked teeth any longer. You can always have your dental bonding touched up at any future dental visits if you notice the bonding is wearing away or if it needs to be replaced.
Candidate for Dental Bonding?
Are you simply tired of looking at that gap between your teeth? Are you feeling self-conscious about the crack in your front tooth? Dental bonding will improve the look of your teeth quickly and easily. The longer you put off having chips or cracks treated, the more risk you actually pose to your teeth. Cracks can grow and spread, and chips can lead to decay.
If left unattended and decay or further damage continues, more invasive procedures might be necessary. It is wise to seek treatment and correct your cracked or chipped teeth as soon as possible. Dental bonding is also suitable for children, teenagers, and adults of all ages.
Dental Bonding Provides Lasting Aesthetics
Dental bonding is not permanent, but it certainly can last a long time. When the bonding is cared for properly, and when you visit our staff at Northside Dental on a regular basis for checkups, exams, and touch-ups, dental bonding can last for many years. Proper care of the dental bonding is important because it can start to discolor after some time. If you do not take care of your bonded teeth, you will see discoloration start to occur. If you have severely damaged teeth, your dental bonding might need to be replaced with a more permanent solution or restoration later.
Dental Bonding versus Veneers
Dental bonding is designed for use in simple cosmetic improvements that do not impact the function of your teeth or gums in any way. Chips, cracks, and gaps are the most common defects that dental bonding is so good at correcting. Bonding is different from veneers because veneers are made of layered glass ceramics and crafted outside of the dental clinic in a special dental lab. The veneer is also designed to look and feel like your real teeth, and it adheres to your tooth with a bonding cement. Veneers are more expensive than the dental bonding solution.
Your Comfort and Your Care
At Northside Dental, we know that finding time for dental appointments can be difficult, especially when you have a busy schedule. We do our best to offer convenient appointment times and make each visit as comfortable and efficient as possible. Whether you're coming in for routine care or a specific dental concern, our team is here to help you get the treatment you need. We want to be a dental office that you and your family can rely on for years to come, and we look forward to welcoming you into our practice. Call Northside Dental at 317-342-9446 to schedule an appointment, or visit us at 15026 Greyhound Ct., Carmel, IN 46032.