Dental Bonding
What Is Dental Bonding? - Dental Bonding in Scarborough
Dental bonding, sometimes called a bonded restoration, is a conservative treatment that can be used to make minor repairs and improve the appearance of teeth. A tooth-coloured composite resin is applied directly to the tooth, carefully shaped, and hardened with a special curing light.
The material can be colour-matched to your natural teeth and shaped to repair small chips, fill spaces, restore worn areas, or improve the appearance of an imperfect tooth.
How Does Dental Bonding Work?
The bonding procedure generally involves several steps:
01
Preparing the Tooth
Your dentist places a thin protective matrix between the tooth being treated and the neighbouring tooth. The surface of the tooth is gently prepared so the bonding material can adhere securely.
02
Matching the Colour
A composite resin shade is selected to closely match your surrounding teeth, helping the finished restoration blend naturally with your smile.
03
Applying the Composite
The composite resin is carefully applied to the tooth in layers. Each layer is shaped and hardened with a specialized curing light.
04
Shaping & Polishing
Once the final layer has hardened, your dentist shapes and polishes the material to recreate the natural appearance and contours of the tooth.
What Can Dental Bonding Treat?
Bonding may be used to:
- Repair small chips or fractures
- Improve the shape of a tooth
- Close small spaces between teeth
- Restore worn or damaged areas
- Improve the appearance of discoloured teeth
- Replace small areas of missing tooth structure
Caring for Bonding
With proper care, bonded restorations can provide a long-lasting improvement. Your dentist will examine the bonding during your regular dental visits and can polish or repair the material if necessary.
Maintaining good brushing and flossing habits and avoiding habits that could damage the restoration can help keep your bonding looking and functioning well.
Is Bonding Right for You?
Dental bonding can be a convenient option for addressing minor cosmetic and restorative concerns. Your dentist will evaluate your teeth and discuss your goals before recommending the treatment that is most appropriate for you.
At Scarborough Village Dental Care, we’ll explain your options and help you make an informed decision about your dental care.
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