Are you bothered by minor imperfections that affect the appearance of your smile? The good news is that you don’t necessarily need to undergo costly cosmetic procedures to achieve your smile goals. Cosmetic bonding is a noninvasive, affordable, and quick way to correct those small flaws that take away from the appearance of the teeth. Continue reading to learn about some of the issues that cosmetic bonding can fix.
Which Problems Can Cosmetic Bonding Correct?
There are all sorts of problems that can be solved with cosmetic bonding. Here are a few issues that this treatment is commonly used to solve.
- Close Gaps: Many people are self-conscious about small gaps between the teeth. Cosmetic bonding can help to fill these spaces, leaving you with a more natural appearance.
- Protect Tooth Roots: If you brush your teeth too vigorously, you could experience gum recession which leads to exposed roots. This means sensitivity and pain can occur. Bonding can cover these areas, protecting your roots from issues later on.
- Change Tooth Shape: If your tooth appears larger or smaller than the surrounding ones, bonding can be used to smooth out the discrepancies in both size and shape.
- Fix Small Chips & Cracks: Minor cracks and chips can be restored with cosmetic bonding.
- Restoring Decay: Minor tooth decay can be solved with composite bonding. It supports long-term strength and is shaded for a more natural look.
What Are the Benefits of Cosmetic Bonding?
Here are a few reasons why cosmetic bonding is such a popular cosmetic solution.
- Minimally Invasive: Cosmetic bonding is placed directly over your existing enamel, so it can be completed in a single appointment. Your dentist prepares the surface of your tooth before applying the resin and molding it into shape. This mold is then hardened with an ultraviolet light. Lastly, the resin is polished and buffed so it has a more natural appearance.
- Affordable: Cosmetic bonding is one of the quickest and least expensive cosmetic bonding procedures out there. For small corrections, it’s a great solution. There is no anesthetic needed!
- Effective: On average, cosmetic bonding lasts anywhere from 5 to 10 years before needing to be touched up or replaced.
If you have minor aesthetic flaws in your smile, ask your dentist about cosmetic bonding. This way, you can show off your improved smile with pride!
About the Practice
At Boerne Dental Center, Dr. Cole Simpson and Dr. Gregg Vesta work together to treat patients in the Boerne community. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. To learn more about cosmetic bonding or to schedule an appointment, visit their website or call (830) 249-2045.