Quickly Repair and Enhance Your Smile
Do you dread showing your smile because of chips, stains, gaps, or other flaws in your teeth? Have you considered getting cosmetic dentistry but worry about excessive drilling or costs? At Bell Family Dentistry in Riverbank, CA, we understand how these dental imperfections can undermine your confidence. That’s why we offer dental bonding – an affordable, non-invasive treatment that can transform the appearance of your smile with natural-looking, beautiful results.
With customized dental bonding from our compassionate dentist, Dr. Brent Bell, you can reveal your smile with confidence knowing your teeth look healthy, bright, and flawless. Our goal is to help you smile wide with a restored, renewed sense of self-assurance. If you’re looking for a customized cosmetic dental treatment, call our Riverbank office today at (209) 869-4505 to schedule your consultation.
What Is Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is a quick, affordable cosmetic dentistry procedure that can improve the look of your smile. It involves applying a tooth-colored resin material to the surface of the tooth and then hardening it with a special blue light. The resin bonds to the existing tooth structure, changing its shape, color, size, or position.
The bonding material Dr. Bell uses consists of a composite resin made of fine glass or ceramic particles suspended in a plastic matrix. It’s pliable when first applied, allowing Dr. Bell to sculpt it for a precise fit and natural-looking result. Once hardened with the curing light, it becomes a durable restoration that matches the color and texture of your surrounding teeth.
When Is Dental Bonding Necessary?
Dental bonding is commonly used for:
- Repairing chipped or cracked teeth
- Improving the appearance of discolored or stained teeth
- Closing small gaps between teeth
- Reshaping uneven teeth for a straighter smile
- Protecting areas of tooth enamel that have been weakened
Since only a small amount of existing tooth structure is removed, it offers a minimally invasive way to enhance your smile.
The Dental Bonding Procedure
Receiving dental bonding treatment from Dr. Bell in Riverbank is quick and comfortable. Here’s an overview of the simple bonding process at Bell Family Dentistry:
Preparation - Our Riverbank dentist's office will use a special roughening gel to micro-etch the surface of the tooth, creating a rougher texture that allows the bonding material to adhere properly.
Application - We’ll then apply the liquid bonding resin and shape the resin with dental tools to achieve the most desired shape, contour and look. Dr. Bell meticulously sculpts the material to match the surrounding teeth.
Curing - We’ll then use a curing light to harden the resin and bond it securely to the prepared tooth surface. This only takes a few seconds per area being treated.
Polishing - Once hardened, Dr. Bell carefully polishes the resin until it has a natural luster and smooth feel similar to your other teeth.
The entire dental bonding appointment can usually be completed in just one short, comfortable visit. And the results of cosmetic dental procedure are immediate, allowing you to see your beautiful new smile right away!
Advantages of Dental Bonding
Dental bonding offers many benefits to improve the look and function of your smile:
- Improves tooth appearance - Chipped, misshapen, gapped, poorly positioned, or discolored teeth are transformed with dental bonding. The results are natural-looking and beautifully enhanced.
- Restores damaged teeth - Small chips and cracks can be repaired strengthening the tooth and preventing further damage. This avoids the need for more extensive treatments.
- Fast and relatively inexpensive - The bonding procedure is quick, taking just a single appointment in most cases. It also costs less than other smile enhancement options like dental veneers.
- No removal of healthy tooth - Bonding preserves more of the natural tooth because it doesn't require drilling or reshaping like crowns or veneers. Only a small amount of roughening is needed.
- Color matches natural teeth - Custom blended resins are shaded to precisely match the color of your surrounding teeth. This ensures beautifully natural-looking enhancements.
Dr. Bell offers personalized dental bonding treatment to help you achieve your ideal smile in Riverbank!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does dental bonding last?
With proper oral hygiene and avoiding biting hard objects, dental bonding can last five to 10 years or longer before repairs or replacement may be needed. However, the bonding material may gradually stain over time from drinks like coffee and tea, which can give it a yellowish tint that compromises aesthetics. Getting your teeth professionally cleaned biannually and avoiding staining foods and drinks will help dental bonding maintain its appearance.
Does insurance cover dental bonding?
Since dental bonding is considered a primarily cosmetic procedure, most dental insurance plans do not cover any portion of the cost. However, depending on your plan, you may have a small allowance that can be applied to dental bonding, especially if the cosmetic procedures also serve a restorative purpose. But in general, you should expect to pay most or all of the relatively affordable dental bonding costs out of pocket.
Is dental bonding painful?
You may feel some minor sensitivity or discomfort when the tooth is initially roughened and as the bonding material is applied and contoured. However, the teeth bonding procedure itself should not be very painful. If you do experience any pain during the bonding process, make sure to inform your dentist right away. They can provide localized anesthesia to numb the area and eliminate discomfort. But overall, dental bonding should be at most only mildly uncomfortable.
Can dental bonding be used on back teeth?
Yes, dental bonding is safe and effective for use on back teeth, including molars and premolars, for repairs or cosmetic improvement. The bonding material is durable enough to withstand the higher biting forces that back teeth endure. And it bonds reliably to both front and back teeth, regardless of tooth type or location in the mouth. Dental bonding gives the dentist a versatile restoration option for all tooth surfaces.
Dr. Bell Provides a Picture-Perfect Smile
Are you ready to smile confidently again without feeling self-conscious about stained, broken, or uneven teeth? Don’t let small dental flaws hold you back from expressing your happiest, most vibrant self. With convenient, affordable dental bonding from Dr. Bell, you can revitalize the look of your teeth in just one visit.
Feel emotionally uplifted seeing your naturally beautiful, radiant smile for the first time. Call Bell Family Dentistry in Riverbank at (209) 555-1234 today to schedule a bonding consultation with our caring team. We’ll listen to your smile goals and recommend a customized bonding treatment plan to help you smile brightly again. Take the first step and call now to get the smile you’ve been dreaming of!
