Dental bonding is a cosmetic dentistry procedure that involves the application of a tooth-colored resin material to the teeth. This material is hardened with a special light, ultimately bonding the material to the tooth to improve a person's smile. Dr. Christopher Cummings at Cummings Dental in Bloomington, IN, is a skilled practitioner of this treatment, which is used to repair decayed, chipped, fractured or discolored teeth, and to reduce gaps between them. It's a simple, cost-effective technique that can make a significant difference in your smile.
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Why Should I Get Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is an excellent option for those who want to enhance their smile quickly and affordably. Unlike veneers or crowns, which are manufactured in a laboratory and require a customized mold to achieve a proper fit, bonding can be done in a single visit to Cummings Dental. The procedure is also ideal for people who have minor front tooth imperfections they wish to correct. It’s less extensive than other dental procedures, preserving the natural tooth structure while still delivering noticeable improvements.
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Dental bonding can last up to 10 years with proper care!
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The Benefits Of Dental Bonding
Enhances Your Smile
Dental bonding can significantly enhance your smile by correcting minor imperfections such as chipped or discolored teeth. The resin used in the procedure is matched to the color of your teeth, ensuring a natural look. It's a simple way to boost your confidence and feel great about your appearance.
Minimally Invasive
Compared to other dental procedures, bonding is minimally invasive. It requires little to no removal of enamel and doesn't usually require anesthesia unless it's being used to fill a decayed tooth. This makes it a safe and comfortable treatment option for most patients.
Cost-Effective
Dental bonding is one of the most cost-effective cosmetic dental procedures. It provides a significant improvement in the appearance of your teeth at a fraction of the cost of other treatments such as veneers or crowns.
The Dental Bonding Treatment Process
Preparation
The preparation for dental bonding is straightforward. Dr. Cummings will use a shade guide to select a composite resin color that closely matches the color of your existing teeth. This ensures a natural-looking result.
Bonding Application
Once the right shade has been chosen, Dr. Cummings will roughen the surface of the tooth and apply a conditioning liquid. These steps help the bonding material adhere to the tooth. Then, the tooth-colored resin is applied, molded, and smoothed to the desired shape.
Hardening and Polishing
The final step involves hardening the resin with an ultraviolet light or laser. After the material is hardened, Dr. Cummings will further trim and shape it, then polish it to match the sheen of the rest of the tooth surface. The entire process takes about 30 to 60 minutes per tooth.
Before & Afters
A smile is worth 1,000 words.
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