General & Family Dentistry
Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 5:30 Office hours by appointment
401 N. Bridge St.
Linden, MI. 48451
A bonding is a composite resin that is used as
an alternative to amalgams and veneers. This
is an excellent cosmetic option for those
patients who do not want the look of silver in
their mouths and do not want the expense of
veneers. Bondings can be used on teeth that
are decayed, cracked, or stained.
Procedure
The bonding procedure is usually completed in
one visit. The first step is to remove the
decayed or unsightly portion of the tooth. The
tooth is then etched with a liquid or gel and a
bonding agent is then applied. This will allow
the composite resin to be placed in the
prepared tooth. The resin is then trimmed and
polished, leaving you with a beautifully
sculpted, natural-looking restoration.
Bonding Durability
Although composite resins are cosmetically
pleasing and easily placed, their durability is not
as strong as other types of restorations. These
resins typically last from 4-7 years before they
begin to chip and wear away. When this
happens, the restoration will need to be
replaced.
Before
After
A patient in their
twenties had old
silver fillings since
early teens. They
were becoming
sensitive to sweets
and temperature.
The silver fillings
were replaced
with white
composite fillings.
The difference is
a natural look that
blends with their
tooth color