Cosmetic bonding uses a tooth-colored composite resin, which a dentist applies directly to a tooth and hardens with a curing light. Cosmetic bonding is a quick, versatile, minimally invasive, and affordable way to address minor cosmetic concerns, including chipping, gaps between teeth, and size discrepancies, in a single dental visit.
How the Procedure Actually Works
Dental bonding is one of the most conservative cosmetic dentistry options available, requiring little to no tooth preparation. During the procedure, your dentist applies a bonding agent to the tooth, and then simply shapes tooth-colored composite resin directly onto the area.
Once the material is molded to match the natural contours of the patient’s smile, a special curing light is used to harden the material in place. To conclude the process, your dentist then polishes the area to blend seamlessly with your surrounding teeth.
Why Patients Choose Bonding
Our patients love cosmetic bonding for a variety of reasons. The main ones include:
- Bonding typically only requires a single appointment.
- It preserves more of a tooth’s natural structure than veneers or crowns.
- It’s a quick, targeted fix for specific cosmetic concerns.
The best way to know whether bonding can address your specific cosmetic concern is a consultation to evaluate the tooth and discuss your goals.
Quick, Affordable Cosmetic Bonding in Clayton, NC
If you're looking for a quick, affordable, non-invasive fix for minor chipping or a small gap in your smile, contact Dr. Kate Dolin and the friendly, skilled Clayton Smiles team to schedule an appointment.