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Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a quick and cost-effective procedure that uses tooth-colored resin to correct flaws such as chips, cracks, discoloration, and minor gaps. Bonding is painless and usually completed in a single visit by our Largo, FL, cosmetic dentist, offering an immediate enhancement that blends seamlessly with your natural teeth for a beautifully refined smile.
Learn more about the dental bonding process and how it can transform your smile below.
Who Is Dental Bonding For?
If you’re looking to address minor cosmetic dental issues, may be right for you. Dr. Piper will have to conduct an oral exam first, but primarily, it’s ideal for patients who:
- Have Minor Chips or Cracks: Dental bonding can repair damage to teeth that have suffered small chips or cracks, restoring the natural appearance of the tooth.
- Want to Close Gaps: For those with extra space between their teeth, bonding provides a simple solution to close gaps without the need for orthodontics like clear aligners.
- Need to Improve Tooth Shape or Size: If you are unhappy with the shape or size of your teeth, bonding material can be sculpted to make teeth appear longer or to better match the surrounding teeth.
- Seek a Less Invasive Option: Unlike veneers or crowns, bonding requires minimal alteration to the original tooth structure, making it a conservative treatment option.
- Desire Quick Results: The procedure can typically be completed in one visit to our Largo, FL, dental office, offering an immediate improvement.
The cosmetic bonding procedure is particularly appealing for those seeking a fast and effective way to enhance their smile without undergoing extensive dental work.
The Dental Bonding Procedure
Dental bonding is straightforward and as mentioned above, is usually completed within one appointment. Here’s what you can expect during a typical dental bonding session:
- Surface Preparation: The tooth’s surface is roughened and a conditioning liquid is applied to help the bonding material adhere.
- Application of Composite Resin: Dr. Piper then applies a tooth-colored, putty-like resin to the tooth, molding and smoothing it to achieve the desired shape.
- Curing: The resin is hardened using a special light. This step may be repeated several times to layer the composite resin to the proper thickness.
- Finishing Touches: After the resin has hardened, Dr. Piper will make any final adjustments to shape and polish the bonded tooth so that it matches the sheen of the rest of the teeth.
The time it takes to complete the entire process will depend on how much dental bonding you require but typically, it takes 30 to 60 minutes per tooth.
Quickly Correct Your Smile
Whether you are looking to fix a minor imperfection or enhance the overall look of your teeth, dental bonding from our cosmetic dentist in Largo, FL, can provide significant improvements with minimal discomfort and no downtime. Call or text David W. Piper, DMD Family Dentistry today at (727) 548-7100 to request an appointmentand get started.