Bonding: Improve Your Smile With A Non-Invasive Enhancement

In recent blogs, we have discussed ways to upgrade your grin with cosmetic dental treatments. Clear aligners can help you straighten your teeth discreetly, and professional whitening can brighten your pearly whites. However, if your esthetic concerns are due to the shape or size of your teeth, or with blemishes caused by intrinsic staining, alternative remedies will be necessary. Cleveland Family Dentistry also offers bonding and contouring to boost the appearance of your smile.

Disguise Intrinsic Blemishes With Bonding

Yellowing of your teeth may be caused by several things. Certain drinks like coffee or tea can cause stains on your enamel. This type of discoloration can be lifted with professional teeth whitening treatments. However, if you have internal discoloration due to an injury, weak enamel, or other problems, bleaching cannot help improve these blemishes. Instead, your dentist can adhere composite resin to the area to help camouflage it. Composite resin is a tooth-colored material that is highly durable. This procedure is non-invasive and can be accomplished in a single appointment. Afterward, you can enjoy the benefits of a brighter, blemish-free smile.

Contour Your Teeth For A More Uniform Appearance

You can pair bonding with contouring as well. This cosmetic option is for patients who have jagged, crooked, or uneven teeth. If these problems are more severe, orthodontic work may be necessary. However, if the issue is fairly minimal, your dentist may be able to gently reshape each tooth to improve your appearance. This procedure is mildly invasive and sedation options may be available for your comfort. A very small amount of your tooth will be removed, and this can be done in one appointment. This enhancement has both esthetic and functional benefits. Not only can it improve the appearance of your smile and boost your confidence, but you may also notice that it can help improve your oral hygiene.

Who Will Benefit From Bonding or Contouring

This cosmetic option may be beneficial for patients with uneven smiles or discoloration that cannot be improved with professional whitening. If these problems are more significant, though, other treatments may be necessary. Discoloration may be due to an infected or injured tooth. In this case, cosmetic treatments cannot be used. Instead, your dentist may recommend a restoration such as placing a crown or removing the tooth if it is severely harmed.

For patients looking to improve several problems at once, there is also the option of porcelain veneers. You will need to be in good oral health before this procedure. This involves removing part of your tooth and adhering porcelain shells to the front of your tooth to achieve a symmetrical grin.

Talk To Your Dentist About Bonding

If you are interested in cosmetic bonding or contouring, schedule a consultation today by calling Cleveland Family Dentistry in Cleveland, TX, today at (281) 592-1234.