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Bonding
Bonding, also known as composite bonding, can be used to repair chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth. Bonding can also be used to fill in gaps between teeth, protect the root of a tooth, or d as an alternative to silver amalgam fillings. Bonding is more susceptible to staining or chipping than other forms of restoration. Requiring a single office visit, bonding lasts for years.
The Bonding Procedure
The shade of composite resin (bonding material) is selected which is closest to the shade of your teeth. Then, your teeth is abraded. A special liquid is applied on your teeth which helps the bonding material adhere to the teeth. The composite resin is then applied to the teeth, smoothed into the desired shape, and hardened with a high intensity light. After the resin has hardened, the cosmetic dentist will make the final touches and polish the tooth until it resembles the other teeth
Crowns, also known as caps, are used in cases where other procedures will not be effective. Crowns have the longest life expectancy of all cosmetic restorations, but are the most time consuming.
