The most well known use of composite dental bonding is filling in cavities to protect teeth from further decay, but it can also be used to repair chipped or broken teeth. Composite resins have a number of advantages over dental amalgam, the traditional material used for filling cavities. They're free from toxic metals such as mercury, don't require extensive drilling to fix the filling in place, and closely match the color of natural teeth.
What is Composite Tooth Bonding?
The material used in composite tooth bonding is a mixture of acrylic resin and particles of quartz or silicon dioxide. First, the surface of the tooth is prepared and bonding agent is applied to help the composite attach firmly to the tooth. The dentist then molds the pliable composite material into the required shape before setting it permanently under a high-intensity light. Finally, the material is polished to make it look just as good as your natural teeth.The composite material used in this process is very strong and durable. The results of composite tooth bonding often last for years or even decades before needing repair, although you might gradually develop some staining on the composite surface. If you notice your that composite bonding work no longer looks as good as it once did, you can see your dentist to have it resurfaced or repaired.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Bonding
Composite tooth bonding is a quick and simple procedure, which does not usually require anesthesia (unless the treatment involves working inside a decayed tooth).Alternative options for repairing chipped or broken teeth are veneers and crowns, but these must be prepared separately before fitting, which means that the overall process takes longer. Composite bonding also requires only a very light amount of etching to prepare the tooth surface, so damage to your teeth is minimized.
The main disadvantage of composite tooth bonding, compared to alternatives such as veneers and crowns, is that the material is not quite as strong or as good at resisting stains. Therefore, you are more likely to require minor repair work after a few years to keep your cosmetic bonding looking perfect.
Composite Tooth Bonding in Dallas, TX
Composite tooth bonding can make a big difference to the overall appearance of your smile, even though most of the touch-ups that are done are quite small.If you have an annoying chip in one of your front teeth, then why not make an appointment at one of our two Dallas dental practices to find out whether composite tooth bonding could be used to fix the flaw? Our dentists are highly trained in this procedure and will be happy to discuss all the options with you.
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