Does something seem a bit off about your smile? If that’s the case, you’re not alone. Many people have minor dental imperfections they’d love to improve. Cosmetic dental bonding provides a fast and effective way to deal with a wide range of common imperfections in your smile.

Reasons You Might Choose Composite Bonding

Composite bonding is a fast, non-invasive treatment that involves your cosmetic dentist applying composite resin to one or more teeth. The resin is carefully matched to the natural shape of your smile and can be shaped to resolve a variety of issues. It cures quickly for a strong and lasting fix for your smile.

The versatility of this treatment makes it one of the most widely used cosmetic dentistry procedures. Minor chips and cracks can be dealt with without the need for dental crowns or veneers that would require removing enamel. You can also reshape any oddly shaped or sized teeth and even address misalignment or permanent stains.

How can composite bonding improve your smile?

If you have any concerns about your smile, you can schedule a consultation with your cosmetic dentist to determine whether composite bonding is right for you. They’ll carefully plan your smile makeover and inform you about your options. If composite bonding is the right choice, it can deliver these lasting benefits.

1. Fills Gaps Between Your Teeth

Minor gaps between your teeth can severely impact the look of your smile. The eye is naturally drawn to your smile, and these conspicuous imperfections stand out. Options such as Invisalign or braces can deal with gaps and misalignment, but they aren’t always necessary.

If the gap is small enough and there aren’t any oral health concerns, composite bonding can be more than enough to resolve the issue. Your dentist will use composite resin to minimize the gap, applying it to one or both of the teeth around the gap, depending on the specific situation. The result is a natural and beautiful smile.

2. Lengthens Short Teeth 

While teeth are generally uniform, many people find themselves with one tooth that is disproportionately short. This leads to an uneven smile that really stands out. While options, such as gum contouring can help adjust the visible length of your entire smile, it isn’t suitable for dealing with an individual tooth.

Composite bonding can provide additional crown length for individual teeth. By applying composite resin to the top of the tooth, your dentist can ensure it is proportionate to the rest of your smile. Composite resin is strong and durable enough to stand up to biting and chewing for years to come.

3. Covers Severe Tooth Staining

Options, such as in-office teeth whitening, take-home kits, and even over-the-counter products can help deal with some tooth stains. However, this only applies to surface stains, also called extrinsic stains. Intrinsic stains, on the other hand, don’t respond to these treatments.

Intrinsic stains are caused by injury or certain medications, and are deep within the tooth, visible through naturally transparent enamel. Composite bonding can resolve intrinsic stains by covering the tooth’s surface, matching the natural shade of your smile. This is similar to how veneers work, but without having to remove any enamel.

4. Repairs Chips and Cracks

Chips and cracks are fairly common and can result from sports activity, physical accidents, grinding, clenching, and wear. Some physical damage can require a dental crown to restore the strength of the tooth and prevent infection. Others are purely cosmetic, and these can be dealt with using composite bonding.

When you have a minor chip or crack affecting your teeth, your dentist can use composite bonding to cover the imperfection. This removes the appearance of a crack or restores the surface of your tooth where it’s chipped. Composite bonding helps prevent the damage from becoming worse over time.

5. Creates a More Even Smile

The evenness and symmetry of your smile are some of the most important elements of how it looks. Even subtle imbalances can mar your smile. This can arise from imperfections in individual teeth or in their alignment relative to the rest of your smile.

When it comes to oddly shaped, asymmetrical, or crooked teeth, composite bonding can often help. Your dentist will use composite resin to reshape the tooth, providing a natural yet flawless look. You’ll be amazed by the difference these small changes can make.

Start Your Smile Makeover Today

If you’re not fully satisfied with your smile, visit Monroe Family Dentistry for your custom dental makeover. We’ll develop a unique treatment plan that uses cosmetic dental bonding and other procedures to deliver stunning results. Schedule your consultation today to get started.