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Cosmetic
Bonding
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Exciting! |
nspiring! |
Esthetic! |
The answer to:
- Space Problems
- Chipped or
Broken Teeth
- Stained Teeth
Stabilizing
- Teeth Replacing
Missing Teeth
- Changing Color
or Changing Shade
The world is in a
period of tremendous change. Our lives are being altered in
ways that, up to now, we never thought possible. It is no different
in dentistry. A revolution is taking place unlike any we have
ever seen before.
For example, if a mirror recently whispered that your smile
could be improved, you may wish to consider the possibilities
of Cosmetic Bonding, often called Resin Bonding. Revolutionary
to say the least!
Resin Bonding means that an acrylic tooth colored resin is bonded
to the teeth to create a superb cosmetic improvement. Bonding
can be considered for front teeth that have unsightly spaces
between them, teeth that are chipped, broken or stained or which
are crooked and uneven.
We know that now - in this remarkable era in which we live -
millions of teeth that would have been extensively repaired
can be left in their natural healthy state.
With this cosmetic approach we are now able to create a beautiful
smile through advanced technology and by using new materials
and techniques. Closing spaces, repairing broken teeth, whitening
teeth may mean only a short trip to our office.
During the Bonding procedures a mild etching solution is temporarily
applied to the teeth in order to create what we call micropores
- very tiny crevices in the enamel structure. These micropores
allow us to use a strong, durable resin to bond lifelike materials
to the teeth. After the micropores are created, the resin is
placed on the tooth and a bright, intense light is used to lock
the resins onto the tooth surface. Each layer is hardened in
minutes. After the last coat has been applied, the bonded material
is shaped and polished. The resin comes in many shades so that
we can match it to your natural teeth.
To put it another way, the bonding material is a strong acrylic
in paste form. It is sculpted directly to the enamel of the
tooth, then hardened by a special intense light.
Indeed, using these advanced techniques and materials, it is
now possible for us to replace missing teeth, stabilize loose
teeth, improve the appearance of teeth, change position of teeth
and generally improve the smile.
All of these procedures can be accomplished in a way that is
non-surgical, conservative, reversible and dollar economical.
But best of all, most of these procedures can often be completed
without local anesthetic or tooth preparation.
Although not everyone is a candidate for these newer bonding
procedures, you may be. Call our office for an evaluation to
see if you do, indeed, qualify for these revolutionary new procedures.
While bonding is a wonderful technique, it is not yet the perfect
solution to all dental restorative problems. In situations where
a large portion of the tooth surface is damaged, bonding may
not be as advisable as veneer crowns. Also, the acrylic veneering
materials are generally not as long lasting, say, as baked porcelain
veneer crowns. Bonding does, however, provide an attractive
and affordable alternative solution to many cosmetic dental
needs.
In other instances we can replace worn or darkened "silver"
filings with tooth colored bonding materials which are indistinguishable
from bright natural tooth enamel. Bonding is also used as a
means of preventing decay. It can be painted on as a sealant
to correct defects in the enamel of primary and permanent teeth.
Left untreated, these defects may trap food and plaque, inviting
early decay.
So, if the mirror tells you that your smile could be improved,
please give us the opportunity to evaluate for you the possibilities
of Bonding. If, indeed, you decide to have a nicer smile with
Resin Bonding, this would be a great time to start. It would
certainly be a plus for any self-improvement program.
A beautiful smile will, of course, enhance personal appearance,
as well as improve self confidence. This fact has been well
proven by psychologists.
So, no matter what the problem; decay, dark fillings, a swinging
door, a bicycle or automobile mishap - Bonding can be a great
asset. Certainly it has opened up vasts new areas of creativity
in smile procedures.
The results have been tremendous and the reduced cost factor
has certainly been a blessing for those interested in a more
pleasing smile.
Remember, the bonding material is a strong new acrylic delivered
in paste form. It is sculpted directly onto the enamel micropores
and then hardened by a special intense light.
To summarize, it is often accomplished without preparing the
teeth. Consequently, it may be done without local anesthetic.
We are able to lighten, lengthen and widen teeth, restore chips
and breaks in tooth enamel, eliminate gaps and spaces and even
cosmetically straighten teeth.
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