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Dental bonding is a versatile and effective cosmetic dentistry procedure that your Murfreesboro dentist at Giatras Family Dentistry offers to the residents of Murfreesboro, TN. It involves the application of a tooth-colored resin material to the teeth, which is then shaped and sculpted before being hardened with a special light. This process bonds the material to the tooth, and is commonly used to repair decayed, chipped, fractured, or discolored teeth. It can also be used to close gaps between teeth or change their shape. It’s a popular choice because it’s one of the least expensive and least invasive cosmetic dental procedures.
Dental bonding in Murfreesboro is a straightforward procedure that can often be completed in a single visit to Giatras Family Dentistry. The treatment process is simple and painless, involving preparation, application, molding, and polishing.
Preparation
During the initial stage, Dr. Giatras will select a composite resin color closely matches the color of your natural teeth. This ensures that the bonding blends seamlessly with your smile. No anesthesia is usually required unless the bonding is being used to fill a decayed tooth.
Application
Once the right color has been chosen, Dr. Giatras will slightly roughen the surface of the tooth and apply a conditioning liquid. These steps help the bonding material adhere to the tooth. The tooth-colored resin is then applied, molded, and smoothed to the desired shape.
Molding and Polishing
The final step in the dental bonding process is hardening the resin. Dr. Giatras will use a special light to cure the material, effectively bonding it to your tooth. After the material has hardened, he will further trim and shape it, and then polish it until it matches the sheen of the rest of your teeth.
Dental bonding offers numerous benefits, making it a popular choice for patients looking to enhance their smiles quickly and affordably.
Versatility
One of the key benefits of dental bonding is its versatility. It can be used to correct a wide range of dental imperfections without removing any healthy tooth structure, including chips, cracks, discoloration, and gaps. It can also change the shape of teeth and protect a portion of the tooth’s root that has been exposed due to gum recession.
Cost-Effectiveness
Dental bonding is one of the most cost-effective cosmetic dental procedures. It’s often used as a cosmetic alternative to amalgam fillings, or to correct minor cosmetic imperfections that don’t warrant more expensive treatments like veneers or crowns.
Convenience and Speed
Another major advantage of dental bonding is its convenience and speed. Most dental bonding procedures can be done in one visit to Giatras Family Dentistry. The procedure typically takes between 30 to 60 minutes per tooth, and no downtime is required afterward. This means you can return to your normal activities immediately after your appointment.
