Dental Bonding Dental bonding involves a process of restoring damaged teeth. While this procedure is not universal and simply is not the right choice in certain situations, it offers an effective solution in others. So then, when should you consider dental bonding? Here are some answers Kaw Valley Family Dental offers you. Our dentists have been doing this for a long time and therefore, know everything to do with dental bonding and in what circumstances it should be used. Why Bond Your Teeth?Most of the time, the answer is "to make them look better." And this may be reason enough. Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you; a winning smile can open doors and brighten up a room. But beyond aesthetics, there are other compelling reasons to consider bonding your teeth. Dental bonding can improve the look of your teeth, but it can also help in other ways. Bonding can be used to fill gaps between the teeth, change the shape or color of teeth, make teeth look longer, close spaces between front teeth, or protect exposed roots. Bonding may also be recommended by your dentist if you have receding gums and exposed roots that need to be covered. Because bonding does not require removal of tooth structure unlike other dental work, it is a quick and simple procedure with minimal discomfort and no local anesthesia required. The bonding process usually takes only 30 to 60 minutes per tooth. You may want to limit beverages that stain for a few days after the procedure, so the bonded area retains its new color as long as possible. How Will My Dentist Prepare Me for the Procedure?Before the procedure starts, the dentist will go over the steps involved with you and answer any questions you have about it. Be sure to tell your dentist if you have any allergies or sensitivities to certain anesthetics or materials that could be used during the procedure. Your dentist will also take x-rays of the area in order to find out the health of the tooth below the surface before doing any work on it. Once all of this has been done, your dentist will discuss what shade of white best matches your natural teeth and select a resin that matches that shade. This ensures that once finished with bonding, there will not be any obvious signs of work being done on your teeth. The dental bonding will look natural and blend in with the rest of your teeth. How to Maintain Your Dental BondingThe first step in maintaining your dental bonding is to avoid certain activities that could damage the material used in this procedure. For example, it's important to avoid biting down on your fingernails, chewing on ice cubes, or grinding your teeth at night. These activities can cause the bonding material to chip away or become damaged. If you grind your teeth at night, talk to your dentist about getting fitted for a mouth guard so you don't damage the bonding material. When eating foods that could get stuck in the bonding material, make sure you use caution. Your dentist may recommend that you avoid sticky or chewy foods for a period of time after having the bonding procedure done. In addition, cut hard foods into smaller pieces so that you don't accidentally chip or break off any of the bonding material. Since bacteria can collect in the crevices of the bonding material, it's important to brush and floss your teeth daily. For more tips book an appointment at Kaw Valley Family Dental by calling us at 913-441-3373. |
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