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Many people are unhappy with the way that their teeth look. There are now many cosmetic treatments and materials that can improve the appearance of your teeth.

Bonding, uses a composite resin (a plastic material) that is color matched to a patient’s teeth to correct dental problems. It is one of the most common cosmetic treatments and is safe on children to adults. Reasons for bonding include: badly fractured or chipped teeth; cavities, small teeth and widely spaced, malformed, or badly stained teeth.

Bonding Before and After

The Dental Bonding Procedure

To start, a mild etching solution is applied to the enamel of the tooth being treated. The etching solution causes the tooth enamel to become slightly rough, which will allow other materials to bond to the tooth. Next, the tooth is painted with resin (a liquid plastic material). The durable resin adheres to the etched surface, where it is held firmly.

At this stage, the dentist may choose to either apply a composite resin, or bond acrylic or porcelain veneers to the teeth depending on the problem being treated.

The composite resin is a thicker plastic material that is used to form, rebuild, or replace parts of a tooth. After the composite resin has been shaped, it is hardened by either a chemical process or by exposure to a special light. The surface of the composite resin will then be polished.

The acrylic or porcelain veneers use the same resin materials as the bonding agent and are bonded to the front surfaces of the teeth.

Advantages and Limitations of Bonding

In Summary…

There are several cosmetic treatments that improve the appearance of your teeth and smile. A dentist will be able to recommend a particular treatment after a thorough examination of your teeth and considering your individual needs.

If you are unhappy with the way that your teeth look, check with a dentist about the many different techniques that can be used in cosmetic dentistry. Many people, just like you, have taken this step, and have happier, more beautiful smiles to prove it.