Is Composite Bonding Right for You?



Composite bonding is a dental procedure where the dentist applies a plastic resin compound that is the color of the teeth to a cracked, chipped, or discolored tooth. Dentists then harden the resin using a special light to repair the damage, ultimately restoring the tooth and improving the smile. It is cheaper than veneers and crowns.



Why Do People Go for This Procedure?



The reasons people sign up for this procedure may include:
 

  • Making repairs to decayed teeth.
     

  • Restoring chipped or cracked teeth.
     

  • Making discolored teeth look better.
     

  • Enhancing the look of gaps in teeth by closing them.
     

  • Shielding a tooth’s root that has been exposed by receding gums.
     

  • Changing the shape of teeth and even making them look longer.
     




Who Is a Good Candidate for Composite Bonding?



If you suffer from any of the issues listed above, you are a good candidate for composite bonding. However, you may not be a good candidate if you have an overbite that needs adjustment or if your tooth does not have enough material to build up from.


To know whether to choose composite bonding, you should consider the advantages and disadvantages of this procedure.




Advantages of Composite Bonding



Composite bonding is an easy procedure that takes approximately thirty minutes to one hour. Unlike other cosmetic procedures like the use of veneers and crowns that need to be custom-made in a lab, dentists do this from their office in just one visit. The procedure might last longer if the patient will need treatment on several teeth.


In addition, composite bonding, unlike the alternatives, removes the least amount of enamel. It also does not require anesthesia unless there is a cavity that needs a lot of filling.




Disadvantages of Composite Bonding



Some of the potential demerits of the procedure include:
 

  • The material is not as stain-resistant as crowns and veneers.
     

  • Since the materials used are not as strong as fillings, crowns, and veneers, it has a shorter lifespan. The lifespan depends on your oral habits and how much bonding work is done.
     

  • The bonding materials can also chip or break off the tooth, making it prone to damage.
     

According to dentists, composite bonding is suitable for small superficial changes. They consider the areas with low bite pressure, such as the front teeth, best for short-term superficial corrections. Therefore, it is important to first discuss with your dentist what would be the best approach for you.




Care for Composite Bonding



After the procedure, you will need to care for the teeth for them to last longer. Habits such as chewing on pens, biting nails, or using bonded teeth to open or tear things will shorten the lifespan of the procedure.


Good oral hygiene, including brushing your teeth twice daily, flossing at least once a day, rinsing with mouthwash at least once a day, and seeing your dentist for regular checkups, will help the results last longer. 




To know more about composite bonding, visit Today's Family Dental at our office in Tampa, Florida. You can call (813) 370-1700 or (813) 212-8700 today to schedule an appointment.

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