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Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding |
Bonding
 Dental bonding is a restorative procedure that fills in decaying teeth with a composite resin (durable plastic) which is hardened with a high-intensity light that essentially “bonds” the material to the tooth. Composites are tooth-colored in order to effectively create a natural looking restoration in either the front or back of the mouth.
Dental bonding can produce one or all of the following results:
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Repair decayed teeth |
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Repair chipped or cracked teeth |
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Lighten discolored teeth |
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Close spaces between teeth |
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Alter the teeth’s length or shape |
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Protect the tooth's root if receding gums have exposed it |
Advantages (of veneering teeth with composite resins):
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It's painless. Often, only minor drilling involved, so there is no need for a local anesthetic. |
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It doesn't take much time. Several teeth can usually be veneered in one visit. |
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It costs a lot less than crowns or porcelain veneers. Before direct veneering, crowns were the only way to improve the look of chipped, widely-spaced or discoloured teeth. |
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It can be used on children, because bonded material can be removed and replaced as children's teeth grow. |
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The bonding substance used to adhere these fillings into your tooth will strengthen your tooth and provide you with restorations which can last between 10-12 years. |
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It's a quick, painless, and affordable way to drastically improve one's smile! |
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