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Tooth Bonding

What is the Procedure for Tooth Bonding in Cosmetic Dentistry?

Chipping a tooth is common but unlike in the past when you had to get used to the change in your smile, there is a solution today. The solution is tooth bonding. This is a simple and moderately comfortable dental procedure for restoring weakened or broken teeth. When you compare this procedure with others, bonding is fast and guarantees lasting results. If you are considering bonding to correct a tooth problem, here are the steps you should get ready for.

Are you looking for new teeth-in-a-day to transform your loose teeth or old dentures into a confidence-boosting smile? If so, Dr. Adam Chapnick, a renowned cosmetic dentist in Toronto, is here for you. We will make sure your self-esteem remains high as you improve your social connections. The immediately functional Toronto cosmetic dentistry we provide will get you talking, smiling, and laughing without any worries.

Before the Procedure

Bonding will help you achieve a perfect smile and permanently deal away with the pain associated with chipped teeth. Even so, it is good to note that bonding is not the only option when you are dealing with a broken or weakened tooth. The procedure will work best in the areas where there is low bite pressure such on the front teeth and other teeth that just need minor restorations. If the damage to the tooth is extreme or if the damage is on teeth that experience high bite pressure, the dentist may recommend the crown or veneer treatment. The dentist will help pick the right treatment after an evaluation.

During

Tooth bonding relies on the application of a resin which is afterwards molded and then hardened to fill chips or cracks on teeth. Once the treatment is done, you will not be able to easily distinguish the natural enamel from the resin one. Prior to the application of the resin, the tooth is first prepared. This may lead to sensitivity before the resin is applied. At times, in aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry, the dentist may numb the area more so if the damage is severe. Resin is then applied and shaped carefully. The dentist uses a special light to harden the molded resin. You may be asked to bite down multiple times to feel if there is excess resin that requires smoothing.

AFTER

How Long Will Bonding Last?

After bonding, most patients feel the treated tooth feels strange. The good news is that overtime the strangeness will go away. Bonding doesn’t last as long as the veneers but you will surely enjoy decades of wear depending on what you bite on and the location of the treated tooth. It is good to note that just because the tooth has been treated it will not resist stains. The same goes for veneers and crowns.

Whitening Treatments

The treated tooth will also not respond to the available whitening treatments. You should follow healthy oral hygiene to ensure that you keep the treated tooth as bright and healthy as possible. Dentists recommend that you use a reputable all-purpose toothpaste. In addition to that, you need to avoid anything that may cause the treated tooth to crack. This includes biting on hard objects or using the teeth to open wrappers.

All things considered, tooth bonding offers many benefits over other solutions. It takes less time for a tooth to be treated using this method. You can have everything done in just one afternoon. The best thing is that the results are instant. The only thing you need to do is to ensure you work with the most experienced and highly recommended dentist.

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At our dental office, we provide family dentistry services. Toronto and Barrie dentist, Dr. Adam Chapnick, works with every child to build trust and comfort throughout the entire dental visit process.

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