Gaps, discoloration, and large chips can make you feel uncomfortable about the way your teeth look, but dentists today have a simple solution—dental bonding. Using state-of-the-art composite resins designed to mimic the opacity and shade of your natural teeth, dentists can rebuild or restore your grin in as little as a single visit. Here is more information about the dental bonding process and how to care for the repairs afterwards. 

Understanding Dental Bonding

What Should You Expect During Dental Bonding? 

Before teeth can be restored with dental bonding, they need to be cleaned carefully and checked for decay. Once the tooth is determined to be healthy and clean, dentists will apply a special etching compound to the area, which creates a microscopically roughened surface to improve adhesion. Next, shade will be determined and a resin color will be chosen, and then the compound will be piped into place. After the material is cured with a UV light, your dentist can trim, polish, and clean the repair. 

How Can You Take Care Of Your Bonded Teeth? 

Modern dental bonding is incredibly durable, with repairs lasting as long as a decade with proper care and maintenance. New materials for bonding are even capable of flexing with the tooth, which improves the longevity of bonded teeth. However, since bonding agents are foreign materials, they may lighten or darken differently than the rest of the teeth if the smile is stained or whitened. Patients should monitor repaired areas carefully during their normal daily hygiene routine, and mention any changes to their doctor. 

Do you have dental damage that you are embarrassed about? Take care of it today by booking an appointment with Robert A Klement, DDS. As an experienced Wisconsin Rapids, WI dentist who specializes in cosmetic restorations, this professional can help you to enjoy a smile that looks great and feels even better. To learn more about how he can help, visit his website or call (715) 421-3030.