Is Cosmetic Dental Bonding Right for Me?

If you have minor tooth damage that needs to be repaired but doesn’t require the serious intervention of more complex restorations like veneers, crowns, or dental implants, you may be able to correct that damage with the help of cosmetic dental bonding. This versatile treatment uses the same composite resin used in tooth-colored fillings to provide a variety of different tooth repair options that are both budget-friendly and long-lasting. Here are just a few cosmetic problems you can treat with cosmetic dental bonding!

Discoloration and Stains

There are many reasons teeth can become stained. Everything from your diet, habits, medications, and even your age can all play a role in changing the color of your smile, but often it can be difficult to restore their original luster with brushing alone. In some cases, deep stains may not even budge with the help of professional whitening. When a stronger treatment is needed to change the shade of your teeth, cosmetic dental bonding can be an effective, affordable solution. Your dentist can match your stained tooth with the rest of your smile or even use composite resin to change the shade of multiple teeth.

Chips or Cracks

Are your teeth chipped or cracked? For minor damage, you may be able to repair them with cosmetic dental bonding instead of a more complex treatment such as a dental crown. Though you must still be careful not to chip your newly bonded teeth, this treatment restores the appearance and function of broken teeth and can last for many years with proper care and use.

Exposed Tooth Roots

If you have receding gums, you may have some tooth root exposure visible in your smile. This can appear as brown or yellow along the gumline. Your dentist may need to treat your gums for gum disease first, but if any roots are still exposed following periodontal therapy, your dentist can cover them with cosmetic dental bonding to protect the tooth and prevent them from being visible in your smile.

Closing Gaps

While some patients with gaps between their teeth can benefit from orthodontic treatment to close those unsightly spaces, your dentist may be able to close small gaps in your smile with cosmetic dental bonding. This can save you both time and money over more involved solutions such as braces or Invisalign. In some cases, you may benefit from both cosmetic dental bonding and Invisalign, using bonding as a finishing touch.

Cosmetic dental bonding is a durable, versatile treatment. With proper care and use, you can expect this budget-friendly treatment to last five or more years. If you’d like to learn more about whether this treatment is right for you, schedule a consultation with your dentist today!

About Our Practice

At Sweet Smiles Family Dentistry, Dr. Siddiqui and Dr. Chanana are proud to offer a variety of cosmetic dental procedures to help give you the smile you’ve been dreaming of. If you’re interested in learning more about cosmetic dental bonding and if this versatile treatment can help you achieve your own smile goals, please schedule a consultation with Sweet Smiles Family Dentistry by visiting our website or calling us directly at 262-672-2393.