Your teeth can become stained, chipped, or broken due to genetics, diet, and trauma. Although not all these problems can affect your teeth’s functionality, they can have a negative impact on your smile.
Even if your teeth have not been damaged, it is possible to be unhappy with their appearance. Misshapen or disproportionate teeth length can be genetic, and can attract negative attention to your smile.
What can dental bonding do for you?
Dental bonding is a popular solution to some of the above aesthetic issues, such as chips and gaps. Dental bonding uses a tooth-colored bonding agent in order to enhance the appearance of the tooth.
Bonding agent is a synthetic resin. It is applied over the tooth and then shaped into the desired shape. The resin is then hardened with a special light after it has been applied.
The hardened resin is then shaped and polished to match the natural color and proportions. Dental bonding is possible to:
- Correct discoloration or whiten teeth
- Re-shape chipped or broken teeth
- To improve your smile symmetry, you can lengthen shorter teeth.
- After tooth decay, restore the tooth
Dental bonding can be semi-permanent, lasting up to 10 years. This makes it an effective and long-lasting treatment for many aesthetic dental problems.
What is the difference between dental fillings and dental bonding?
Dental bonding is different from dental fillings in that it addresses specific issues.
The majority of dental bonding is used for cosmetic purposes. Although a chipped tooth can still function and be healthy, it will affect the appearance of your smile. Dental bonding is a method that can reshape a tooth and restore your smile.
A dental filling is used to restore or improve the functionality of a tooth after it has been damaged, decayed, or suffered from disease. Most commonly, dental fillings are used to treat cavities.
Dental bonding material is designed to look like a tooth. However, dental filling materials can be made from a variety of materials. Your personal preferences will often dictate the material you choose for your fillings.
Visit your dentist to find out if dental bonding and fillings are right to you. Rancho Cucamonga Dentists can evaluate your teeth and recommend the best treatment option for you.