What are the reasons for dental bonding?

Dental bonding can be carried out for a wide range of cosmetic reasons that your dentist can advise you about. Patients especially find dental bonding an effective treatment for addressing – 

• Crooked or misshapen teeth
• Dental staining
• Cracked or otherwise damaged teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• And more

What are the benefits of dental bonding?

Sessions that can be as short as 30-60 minutes long offer many advantages regardless of why you’re seeking dental bonding. Perhaps the most notable of these is the ease with which dental bonding can be accessed and enjoyed, but other benefits also worth bearing in mind include – 

• A non-invasive, pain-free procedure
• Immediate improvements in the appearance of your smile
• No needles
• Affordability
• Accessibility regardless of age
• Etc.

What happens during dental bonding?

Dental bonding is one of the simplest and fastest cosmetic dental solutions available, but patients can still benefit from understanding what to expect during treatment. As mentioned, sessions tend to be between 30-60 minutes long, and rarely require follow-up bookings. Most often, your dentist will approach dental bonding in two simple steps as follows – 

1. Preparation: Unless bonding is used to fill a decayed tooth, anesthesia and extensive preparation aren’t necessary for this procedure. Instead, your dentist will prepare by using a simple shade guide to ensure that the resin used is the best possible match to your natural tooth color.
2. Bonding: During the bonding process, your dentist will roughen the surface of the tooth before applying phosphoric acid to the surface to ensure that the resin can bond well. The resin is then applied and molded before being hardened with a heat light or laser. Further trimming and shaping may then be necessary before polishing to ensure the best finish.

Dental bonding aftercare

While dental bonding is preferred over many alternatives because it doesn’t require any additional appointments, ensuring the best possible results from this procedure is still reliant on your ability to embrace proper aftercare. Your dentist will speak to you about any specifics that you need to keep in mind in this respect, but generalized aftercare tips that can ensure your dental bonding stays looking its best for as long as possible include – 

• General dental hygiene including brushing twice a day and flossing
• Avoiding hard foods 
• Avoiding coffee/tea/tobacco for at least two days after the procedure
• Ensuring regular dental cleaning appointments every six months
• Etc.

Equally, it’s always worth booking another appointment if you do notice any sharp edges after the procedure, or if your resin ever cracks or breaks in any way. Get this right, and your dental bonding could last up to ten years, as opposed to just three in cases where proper care isn’t applied. 

Trust Burncoat Family Dental with your dental bonding

Despite its simplicity, effective dental bonding relies on the skills and understanding of the dentist of your choosing. Certainly, an effective color match and a natural finish is dependent on application by someone with extensive experience in dental bonding procedures. Here at Burncoat Family Dental, our team knows precisely what it takes to get bonding right, meaning that we’re on hand to help you from the moment you get in contact to the second you leave our office with a smile on your face Whether you want to discuss this option or book an appointment right away to enjoy the speed possible with dental bonding, you certainly shouldn’t hesitate to contact us and see what we have to offer you today.