Teeth Bonding in Southern California

Dental bonding is one of the most cost-effective procedures in dentistry and is recommended for patients with a variety of functional and esthetic issues.

Cunning Dental Group offers the highest quality teeth bonding in California. A popular restorative procedure at our practice, dental bonding repairs a defect or imperfection within a tooth. The application of a tooth-colored composite resin (soft plastic substance), also known as white filling, fixes a decayed, cracked, or chipped tooth. This procedure can likewise close gaps in between teeth and increase the size of a tooth. For example, maybe you have one tooth that is shorter than the others, and you want them all to appear even or be the same length.

Dental bonding may be an option for you if you have:

• Tooth decay or erosion
• Cracked or chipped teeth
• Irregularly shaped teeth
• Disproportionate teeth
• Fractured molars
• Small gaps in between teeth

Here is a detailed description of what to expect during a teeth bonding procedure:

• Step 1: Our top dentists in Montclair will use a shade guide to select a composite resin that closely matches the color of your natural teeth.
• Step 2: The surface of your teeth is gently etched and then coated with a conditioning liquid. This process ensures the bonding adheres properly.
• Step 3: The tooth-colored, putty-like resin is applied to your teeth.
• Step 4: Your dentist will sculpt and smooth the resin into the desired shape on the tooth.
• Step 5: The use of a unique, high-intensity blue light allows the resin to harden and “bond” to the surface of the tooth.
• Step 6: Once set in place, your dentist will polish the tooth to ensure it matches the shine of your natural teeth.

Besides being one of the simplest and most cost-effective cosmetic dentistry procedures, other benefits of dental bonding include:

• Conceals or repairs smile flaws
• Little to no removal of tooth enamel
• No anesthesia needed unless the bond is filling a cavity
• A single, 30-60 minute visit to complete treatment
• Natural-looking results
• Safe and reliable procedure
• A dental bond that, with proper care, can last many years
• Produces a lovely smile and improved confidence

Taking excellent care of your teeth plays an important role in extending the life of a bonded tooth. Some self-care tips include:

• Brushing with fluoride toothpaste twice daily
• Flossing once a day
• Avoiding sugar and sticky treats
• Avoiding foods and drinks that can stain your dental bonding
• Avoiding smoking or chewing tobacco
• Undergoing dental cleanings every six months

Dental bonding material can be fragile, chip, or break under certain conditions. Therefore, aside from following our self-care tips, it also helps to stop habits that can damage bonded teeth. These include chewing on ice, biting your nails, using your teeth as tools and eating hard foods.

Fear of the dentist can sentence you to a lifetime of poor oral health. If you are anxious about an upcoming dental bonding procedure, try these tips to alleviate your worries:

• Visit our clinic on a low-stress day. Schedule your teeth bonding procedure early in the morning or on a day when you are under less pressure.
• Do not drink coffee before your appointment. While caffeine is a stimulant that gives you a burst of energy, it can also increase feelings of nervousness.
• Don’t feel embarrassed about your teeth. Relax! Remember that it’s our job to repair damaged teeth and to help you feel confident about them.
• Listen to a soothing playlist. If the sound of dentistry equipment bothers you, tune out the noise by plugging in your earphones.
• Consider sleep dentistry. Here at Cunning Dental Group, we offer sedation dentistry to help patients relax during dental procedures.