Dental Bonding
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| • | Repairing chipped or cracked teeth: Bonding can restore the shape of teeth with minor chips or cracks, preventing further damage. |
| • | Closing gaps between teeth: For those with small spaces between their teeth, bonding can fill in the gaps for a more uniform appearance. |
| • | Improving tooth color: Bonding can mask discoloration or staining that doesn't respond to traditional whitening methods. |
| • | Lengthening or reshaping teeth: If a tooth is shorter or has an uneven shape, bonding helps achieve better symmetry. |
| • | Protecting exposed tooth roots: In cases of gum recession, bonding can shield the sensitive roots from damage. |
| • | Preparation: A shade of composite resin that matches your tooth color will be selected. Anesthesia is generally not necessary unless the bonding is used to fill a cavity or repair damage near the tooth's nerve. |
| • | Tooth conditioning: The tooth surface is slightly roughened, and a conditioning liquid is applied to help the bonding material adhere. |
| • | Application of bonding material: The dentist applies the composite resin in layers, shaping it to the desired form. A special light or laser hardens each layer. |
| • | Shaping and polishing: Once the resin is set, it's trimmed, shaped, and polished to blend perfectly with your natural teeth. |
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