Do you have gaps and spaces between your teeth that mar your smile? Are your teeth chipped, cracked or discolored? Do one or more of your teeth just look funny? According to one of the best known dentists in New York City, composite bonding could be the answer for you. Dr. Jeff Golub Evans, New York City cosmetic dentist, explains that composite bonding can change the color of your teeth, close gaps, repair chips, change the size and shape of individual teeth and completely change the appearance of your smile. Is composite tooth bonding for you? These answers may help you decide.
What Is Tooth Bonding?
Tooth bonding involves shaping and applying a composite material to your existing teeth to change their shape and/or color. The composite material can be matched to your natural teeth, or made lighter to lighten stained or discolored teeth. The texture and translucency of the composite material is exactly the same as your natural teeth, so that your smile looks completely natural without the chips, stains, spots or cracks that mar your present smile.
What Is the Tooth Bonding Procedure?
Tooth bonding can be done in one short visit to the NYC dental office. It’s not an invasive procedure because there is no drilling and no surgery involved, so there’s no need for anesthetic. First, the dentist will roughen the teeth that are going to receive the bonding, then apply a bonding agent to the roughened tooth. Once the bonding agent is applied, the New York City composite bonding dentist will apply the bonding to your tooth and carefully sculpt and shape it to match the shape of the rest of your teeth. It may be applied in several layers to create the most natural appearance and translucence. Finally, the bonding will be cured by exposure to a high intensity light to make it permanent.
How Long Does Tooth Bonding Last?
If you care for the bonded tooth properly, the tooth bonding can last for years without any need for a touchup.
Is Tooth Bonding Right for Me?
If you’re healthy enough for general dental work and live in or near New York City, composite bonding at the offices of Dr. Jeff Golub Evans could be right for you. Contact the office to learn more about your NYC cosmetic dentistry options.
