Dental Bonding Boosts Your Smile Strategy
Although Mother Nature does it best when it comes to teeth, a dental technique known as dental bonding is a close second! This treatment uses a special tooth-colored molding material bonded directly onto your teeth to rebuild damaged teeth or make cosmetic improvements to your smile.
The process is relatively inexpensive and is so natural looking, only we will know the difference! Best of all, a tooth can be bonded during a single visit to our office, and without anesthetic!
Whether or not dental bonding is a good choice for you depends on the size and the part of your tooth that needs to be treated.
With proper home care, bonded teeth can look as good as new for years before they need to be touched up.
Do you make a stellar first impression?
It’s hard to pin down exactly what first impressions are made of. It could be the way a person dresses, speaks, or a barely noticeable mannerism. Teeth also have a lot to do with the way people judge us and form opinions about our character.
Studies have shown, for example, that the amount of tooth you show when you smile has a great impact on how old you look. In a more youthful smile, the front teeth are longer and help create a line that comes slightly downward in the middle and up at the corners. In an older smile the front teeth are worn, so the teeth appear straight across. Chips, discoloration, and stains can also age a smile.
Thanks to modern dentistry, bonding can turn back the clock on your smile. Our patients at Dental Horizons find bonding is an effective and lasting way to improve their smile by closing small spaces, masking stains, hiding chips and fractures, and even make a smile look more feminine or masculine.
Listen up men… Traditionally, you have been more likely than women to ignore your oral health. An Academy of General Dentistry survey found that 34% of men aged 30-54, and 56% of males aged 55-90 have gum disease. And gum disease is not something anyone wants to develop! It can lead to more serious health problems, including diabetes, stroke, and heart disease.This tendency toward dental neglect may be disappearing as more men are returning to the dentist’s office because of … surprise! … an increased interest in their appearance! In addition, three out of four individuals believe that an unattractive smile can hinder careers. Improving your smile power is an excellent reason to make dental visits a regular thing.
What to expect
Before applying a bonding resin to the tooth, we will slightly roughen the surface with a conditioning liquid. This ensures the bonding adheres properly. Afterwards, a putty-like resin will be put onto the tooth and molded to the right shape. The finishing touches are made with an ultraviolet light or laser… and you won’t feel a thing.
Caring for your teeth after your bonding treatment
Bonded teeth require the same level of care the rest of your smile does. Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day to keep these teeth pristine.
One thing to be aware of is that bonded teeth are susceptible to staining. So, it’s important to be cognizant of how often you consume teeth-staining substances, such as soda, coffee, tea, wine, dark-colored berries, and tobacco. We strongly recommend patients avoid all of these substances within the first two days of undergoing bonding treatment.
A few of the big benefits of bonding…
As your dentist in Longmont can answer any questions you may have about techniques used to improve your smile, the condition of your teeth, and the desired result you want. Giving these details to your dentist will allow them to choose the most appropriate treatment plan. If you are considering a treatment plan, ask your dentist the following questions:
As your dentist in Longmont, we have many ways to give you a confident, beautiful smile and help you achieve excellent oral health. We’re here to make sure you look and feel your powerful best. So, call us at (720) 526-3146 to set up your personal consultation.
The look and feel of dental bonding is so natural, the only difference you’ll be able to detect is that extra sparkle in your smile. So do give us a call if you’ve even casually thought about changing up your smile. Let’s talk about what we could do for you!
