Bonding is a popular method to enhance the aesthetics of your smile. Bonding can be used to correct spaces (gaps) between teeth, to reshape teeth, to change the appearance of tooth color, or as a filling after a cavity has been removed.
A composite resin is used on the affected tooth or teeth. It is molded and sculpted over an adhesive gel that is placed on the tooth. After the resin has been applied, an ultraviolet light is used to harden the resin, which is then polished to give it the appearance of tooth structure.
Many patients consider composite resin fillings an esthetic improvement over unsightly silver amalgam fillings. With advancements in dental technology, bonding of composite resins to replace or enhance tooth structure can provide a long lasting solution for patients who have misshapen or discolored teeth or teeth with small to moderate tooth loss from cavities. It is a safe, affordable, and attractive solution for many dental problems.
