Tooth Bonding, Teeth Bonding

Cosmetic Dentist serving Philadelphia, Main Line, and Ardmore, Pennsylvania

Do you have some minor defects in your smile but would rather not have porcelain veneers to correct them? Tooth bonding, also called dental bonding, is excellent for correction of many dental defects. It uses a resin material made from ceramic and plastic mixed with other components. This combination provides a durable surface once the material has been hardened and it.

Philadelphia Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Marshall uses tooth bonding as a quick, simple, but very effective way to correct:

• Chips in the teeth
• Spots and discoloration that do not respond to tooth whitening
• Misshapen teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Unevenness of sizing

The term “bonding” refers both to the procedure and to the material used. A similar material is used for tooth-colored fillings.

The Dental Bonding Procedure

A teeth bonding procedure is not unlike sculpting or pottery work done by an artist. Dr. Marshall applies the material in small increments, building up the right contours and depth. The first step is to slightly etch the tooth to give it a good bonding surface with tiny grooves to allow the bonding to attach strongly and permanently.

When the right amount of bonding has been applied, a curing light is used to harden it. Dr. Marshall will test your bite to make sure you are comfortable and will then polish the restored tooth. It will match your natural teeth because bonding comes in an array of shades and a good match can be made for everyone.

You can have bonding done on one tooth or many, depending on your particular needs and preferences. It can be combined with other cosmetic dentistry procedures such as replacing your old metal fillings with porcelain fillings or replacing one or more missing teeth with dental implants. Tooth bonding is often part of a smile makeover.

Regardless of what dental issues you might have, Dr. Marshall can use her LVI training, up-to-date dentistry techniques, and our high-quality technology to transform your smile into one that you can be proud to show to the world.

Please contact our Philadelphia cosmetic dentist, Dr. Marshall to learn how she can best serve your tooth bonding needs. Set up a teeth bonding consultation today and let us begin your smile rejuvenation process!

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