Dental Bonding in Prairie Village, KS

With the straightforward placement of a natural tooth colored filling material, remarkable treatment results can be attained. Bonding, a dental restorative procedure alternative to veneers, can be used to repair teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored, and misaligned. Additionally, spaces/gaps between teeth can be aesthetically closed.

How does dental bonding work?

The tooth or teeth are prepared by modifying the tooth structure where indicated. The tooth is then prepared for the procedure by lightly etching the surface with a special gel and then applying a bonding adhesive. A plastic resin filling material that matches the tooth color is applied and sculpted by the dentist and then cured with a special LED curing light. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed, and polished to a natural appearance. Usually, this type of procedure will require the use of a local anesthetic.

Considerations

The bonding procedure can often be completed in a single office visit, and significantly improve the appearance of a tooth or teeth. However, since the plastic resin used is not as strong as your natural tooth enamel, it may be more likely to stain, chip, or break than natural teeth. Bonding typically lasts three to five years before the need for repair or replacement. We advise patients to avoid biting into hard food or substances and avoid habits that put excessive pressure on the bonded tooth.