Composite Bonding

Composite bonding is one of the most requested dental treatments. Everyone deserves to look and feel beautiful. Unfortunately, not everyone has naturally attractive teeth. Decay, smoking, other lifestyle factors, and genetic influences all affect the development and appearance of our teeth.

Some cosmetic flaws result from trauma, such as chipped teeth. Fortunately, cosmetic dental procedures like composite bonds can repair chips, improve the appearance of teeth, and help patients feel more attractive and confident. Dr. Alex Afsahi at Today’s Family Dental in Lutz, FL offers composite bonding for patients with misshapen, chipped, or stained teeth.

What Is Composite Bonding?

Composite bonding is a cosmetic dental treatment that uses tooth-colored resin to repair and improve the appearance of teeth. This resin covers cracks and fractures, restores chips, and conceals discoloration.

How Is Composite Bonding Applied?

A small amount of the tooth may need removal before applying the resin, but this process is quick and typically performed while the patient is anesthetized.

Next, composite resin is applied to the teeth, then carefully shaped and molded to cover any damage or imperfections. A special light cures the resin, hardening it and bonding it firmly to your natural teeth. Finally, the teeth are thoroughly polished to create a smooth, attractive finish.

Once complete, your teeth look natural and much more aesthetically pleasing.

What Are The Advantages Of Composite Bonding?

Composite bonds has a number of advantages over other restorative treatments. These include:

• Composite bonding is a non-invasive treatment option, making it much more straightforward than many other cosmetic procedures.
• Composite bonds are extremely durable.
• It is also easily repaired if it does become chipped or damaged in any way.
• It creates a natural-looking smile.
• Composite bonding can usually be completed in just one appointment.

How Is Composite Bonds Different From Porcelain Veneers?

Many people mistakenly believe that porcelain veneers and composite bonding are the same treatment. However, they are quite different. Dentists remove a significant amount of enamel from the teeth before placing porcelain veneers, then apply custom-made coverings to each tooth using a special adhesive. These thin coverings can be made in any color and help create a brighter, more uniform smile in both shape and size.

Candidacy For Composite Bonds

If you want to improve your smile with composite bonds, schedule a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Alex Afsahi.

During this appointment, the dentist will thoroughly examine your mouth and teeth while also reviewing your dental and overall health. Since composite bonding is a low-risk procedure, most patients qualify as suitable candidates.

Composite bonds may be the right cosmetic solution for you if you have:

• Bridgework that is worn or broken
• Broken, cracked, or chipped teeth
• Gaps between your teeth
• Twisted or crooked teeth
• Uneven teeth

Dr. Alex Afsahi brings extensive knowledge and experience in delivering high-quality cosmetic dental procedures and aftercare to patients in Tampa, FL. To learn how composite bonding can transform your smile and boost your confidence, contact our friendly team at Today’s Family Dental at (813) 751-3133.