We may be able to improve the appearance of front teeth in one appointment! Ask our dentists in Grandville, MI, if you’re a candidate for teeth bonding. Cosmetic bonding can help repair teeth with small chips, cracks, and other imperfections.
If you’ve ever felt self-conscious about your front teeth, you owe it to yourself to call our dental office. Please contact us today with any additional questions or concerns you have regarding your teeth. Cosmetic bonding may be the perfect choice for you!
Cosmetic bonding only takes one appointment. This means that you’ll be able to walk out of our dental office with your new smile. First, our dentists will use a shade guide to match the exact color of your natural tooth enamel. They’ll then etch the surface of your tooth and apply a conditioning liquid. This helps the putty used for cosmetic bonding stick to your tooth.
Unlike other types of cosmetic dentistry, we won’t have to remove the natural tooth structure. Instead, we apply and mold the putty to the surface of your tooth. We’ll then use a special light to harden the putty. Many of our patients appreciate that dental bonding is fast and noninvasive.
Take care of bonded teeth as you do for the rest of your smile. This means brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing once daily. Teeth bonding tends to last longer when the rest of the mouth is healthy. If we still see tartar buildup during your next visit with us, we may recommend using a fluoride mouth rinse.
Continue seeing our dentists every 6 months for your preventive care. During your appointments, our cosmetic dentists will check the condition of dental bonding. That way, you can maintain the look of your smile for years to come.
Cosmetic bonding uses tooth-colored composite resin to fix chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth, close small gaps, reshape teeth, and protect exposed roots. This versatile, affordable treatment can dramatically improve your smile in a single visit.
Cosmetic bonding typically lasts 3-7 years, depending on your oral habits and the location of the bonding. To maximize longevity, avoid biting hard objects, limit staining foods and drinks, and maintain good oral hygiene.
Cosmetic bonding is generally painless and usually doesn’t require anesthesia. The entire process typically takes 30-60 minutes per tooth with no discomfort during or after the procedure.
Bonding is more affordable and completed in a single visit with little tooth preparation, while veneers require multiple appointments and cost more. Veneers are more durable and stain-resistant, making them better for extensive smile makeovers.
Yes, the composite resin is carefully matched to your natural tooth color and shaped to blend seamlessly with your existing teeth. Most people won’t be able to tell which teeth have been bonded once the procedure is complete.
Care for bonded teeth like your natural teeth with regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups. Limit staining substances like coffee and tea, and avoid biting hard objects to prevent damage.
Our cosmetic dentists in Grandville, MI, are accepting new patients and would be more than happy to help you plan your next smile makeover! To request an appointment with the Grandville Dental Health Center, call (616) 739-6001.