The Benefits of Dental Bonding in the Clayton Park Area

What is dental bonding and how can it help you? Dental bonding is a prominent method used by dentists to colour and repair teeth. Dental bonding refers to the use of a coloured resin that is closely matched to the colour or the tooth. This resin is bonded to the tooth using special dental adhesives, cured using a high-intensity ultraviolet light and then shaped as necessary. The ability to closely match the colour of existing teeth make dental bonding an important tool in the field of cosmetic dentistry with the following common applications:

• Repairing cavities and decayed teeth
• Minimizing gaps between teeth
• Changing the shape of teeth
• Repairing chips or cracks in teeth
• Improving the colour and appearance of teeth that are discoloured

Dental bonding is often a relatively quick and painless procedure. If the resin is being used to bond and repair a cavity, the dentist will need to administer an anaesthetic. In many other cases, dental bonding can be used without any anaesthetic.

The Types of Dental Bonding

Depending on the needs of the patient and the desired outcome, the dentist can choose either direct composite bonding or ceramic bonding.

Direct bonding is the process of applying tooth-coloured composites directly to the surface of the teeth. This is a common type of bonding for repairing cavities, chips, and cracks, or to minimize gaps between teeth. This process is minimally invasive for patients and requires less preparation than ceramic bonding. The application of these composites to front-showing teeth may also be referred to as direct composite veneers. Direct bonding is now one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures available due to the relatively quick nature of the procedure and lower costs.

Ceramic bonding is more invasive and typically more expensive than direct bonding. Adhesive bonding is the technique used by dentists to attach a restoration (such as a crown, veneer, or bridge) to the existing tooth structure. For the restoration to be properly bonded to the tooth structure, the tooth surface is roughened to increase the likelihood of a successful bonding. It may require anaesthetic and often requires multiple visits for fitting and installing restorations. Ceramic bonding typically lasts longer than direct bonding as the materials used for direct bonding are not as strong as real teeth or the porcelain that is commonly used for restorations.

Dental Bonding Services in the Clayton Park Area

Clayton Park Plaza Dental is proud to offer a full range of professional dental services including the following:

•        Dental bonding
•        General, Family, and Cosmetic Dentistry
•        Emergency services
•        Implants and Dentures
•        Teeth Whitening

The dental experts at Clayton Park Plaza Dental Office will schedule a thorough examination to determine the best treatment plan for your dental health needs. The entire Clayton Park Plaza Dental team is committed to providing a professional, friendly, and comfortable environment for new patients and existing clients in Fairview, Halifax.

Contact the office today to schedule an appointment to discuss how dental bonding services in Clayton Park can help you achieve your best smile.