Bonding

Dental Bonding can protect your teeth and improve appearance with the application of a special tooth-colored resin material.  Dental bonding may be recommended for several reasons:

• Repairing chipped or cracked teeth
• Fixing gaps in teeth
• Concealing discoloration
• Change the shape of teeth to match each other
• Protect a portion of the tooth's root exposed by receding gums

The Bonding Procedure

The bonding process can be completed in one visit and typically takes between 30-60 minutes to complete.

• Initially, a shade of composite resin is matched to the shade of your teeth as closely as possible.
• Then, an adhering liquid is applied to help the bonding material hold to your teeth.
• Once the resin adheres, it is smoothed and molded into the desired shape and hardened with a high-intensity light.
• Once hardened, some final touchups are made and the area is polished to naturally match the rest of your teeth.

For more information on Cosmetic Dentistry call Lifetime Smiles Dental - Oak Park at 708-383-0500 or make an appointment.