Since one of the first things someone notices about your appearance is your smile, you want to make sure that your teeth are in the best condition possible. Having chipped, crooked, or discolored teeth can be uncomfortable for anyone to have to deal with.
Fortunately, cosmetic bonding is one of the best ways to solve these issues. uses tooth-colored composite resin to fix decayed teeth and many other aesthetic imperfections.
Take a look at some of the advantages of cosmetic bonding below.
1. No Anesthesia Required
Because teeth bonding is a noninvasive dental procedure, many of our patients don’t need pain relievers. However, each patient is different. If you feel slight discomfort during the procedure, let your dentist know so they can locally anesthetize the area.
During the procedure, your dentist will apply a to the surface of your teeth to fix chips, cracks, discoloration, and other minor cosmetic issues.
This bond is incredibly strong and should last up to ten to fifteen years. You should avoid using your bonded teeth for things like opening packaging or chewing on ice in order to make them last as long as possible.
2. Fixes Many Dental Issues
Dentists can solve a wide array of dental issues through cosmetic bonding, including:
- Discolored teeth
- Chipped teeth
- Spaces and gaps
- Short teeth
- Crookedness
- Misshapen teeth
- Cavities
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3. Inexpensive
, also known as tooth or dental bonding, is one of most inexpensive treatments for flawed teeth. The procedure can cost as little as $100 per tooth, depending on the type and severity of the damage. Other procedures, such as veneers, can cost anywhere from $1000 to $3000 per tooth.
4. Simple
Compared to other extensive dental procedures such as crowns and veneers, dental bonding is an extremely simple treatment. In many cases, the procedure can be completed in a single visit to the dentist, whereas crowns and veneers need to be manufactured in a lab before the procedure can even take place. In fact, the entire cosmetic bonding procedure can be completed in as little as 30 to 60 minutes.
5. Preserves Tooth Enamel
Your dentist may have told you that once tooth enamel is gone, it usually doesn’t come back. Because enamel protects the sensitive inner layers of your teeth, it is crucial for your tooth enamel to remain undamaged.
Unlike crowns and veneers, little to no enamel is removed from the tooth during a dental bonding procedure. Since very little enamel is removed, the natural health and structure of your teeth will remain intact.
6. Painless
Patients rarely feel any pain when receiving a cosmetic bonding treatment. Dentists only need to use numbing medication for cases involving dental decay (cavities). Compared to potentially painful and invasive procedures like root canals, tooth bonding is a breeze.
7. Durable
The composite resin used in dental bonding is a very durable and long-lasting substance. For many patients, the benefits of the procedure last up to 15 years with little maintenance, while veneers only last around 5 to 10 years.
Although cosmetic bonding has many benefits, the procedure is best suited for minor cosmetic changes. To see if cosmetic bonding is the right procedure for you, contact your dental care provider for more information.
Want to Make an Appointment?
To learn more about our Troy cosmetic bonding dentist Kelly Giera DDS and the services we offer, please contact us here or call us at (248) 528-2270. Our dental professionals strive to be the very best at providing patients with optimal care while making them feel right at home here in Troy, MI.
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