Bonding

Repair chipped, cracked & discolored teeth with dental bonding

For damaged, chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth, dental bonding may be a simple and affordable solution. Dental bonding can conceal stains, repair chips and fractures, restore areas affected by decay, and even cover exposed tooth roots caused by gum recession. It is one of the most cost-effective cosmetic and restorative dental treatments available.

Bonding uses a durable tooth-colored composite resin that is carefully matched to the natural shade of your teeth, creating a seamless and natural-looking restoration. Because the material blends with your existing tooth structure, the repaired tooth can look virtually unchanged.

The procedure requires minimal preparation. After lightly conditioning the tooth surface, the composite resin is applied, shaped, and bonded to the tooth. In most cases, anesthesia is not necessary. An ultraviolet curing light is then used to harden the material before it is trimmed, shaped, and polished to blend naturally with the surrounding teeth.

Dental bonding is typically completed in a single visit and generally takes 30 to 60 minutes per tooth, depending on the extent of the repair.

Caring for bonded teeth is simple and requires only routine brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups. To help maintain the appearance of the bonded area, patients should avoid highly staining foods and beverages, such as coffee, tea, berries, and tobacco products, for at least 48 hours after treatment.

If you have damaged teeth that may benefit from bonding, Stines Family Dentistry can help. Call (517)-552-9210 today!