Have you just chipped or cracked a tooth? Prevent further damage to your smile with dental bonding treatment.
Bonding uses malleable, tooth-colored composite to cover tooth cracks, wear, chips, gaps, or discoloration. With cosmetic dental bonding, patients can repair their smiles and prevent further tooth damage.
Bonding treatment uses tooth-colored, malleable composite resin that provides improved durability and aesthetics. Dr. Sheryl Jenicke provides custom teeth bonding treatment in her Cadillac, MI, dental office.
She ensures that patients who visit Brilliant Smiles Family Dentistry receive bonded teeth that match their natural smiles and create a seamless look.
We also provide additional cosmetic dentistry services to our new and existing patients.
Teeth Bonding Treatment in Cadillac, MI
To begin dental bonding treatment, Dr. Jenicke will use a shade guide to match the bonding material or composite to the patient’s desired shade.
Dr. Jenicke may prepare teeth for bonding treatment by roughening up the tooth surfaces, especially if patients require reshaping or if tooth damage is close to the nerve.
She will clean and place a conditioning liquid on the teeth to ensure the bonding material sticks to the tooth’s surface. After preparation, Dr. Jenicke applies the bonding material and molds it into the proper shape. Then, she uses UV light to cure and harden the bonding material.
After tooth bonding treatment, patients should avoid foods or drinks that easily stain, including berries, tomatoes, coffee, tea, or wine. We also recommend avoiding hard or crunchy foods because they can cause pain and increase sensitivity.
Patients can brush their bonded teeth just like natural teeth. However, we recommend that patients avoid toothpaste that contains abrasive particles, typically whitening toothpaste, that can damage bonded teeth.
Additionally, patients can still floss between bonded teeth, as bacteria can still build up on or between these teeth.
Dental Bonding FAQs
Dental bonding is a versatile treatment option that suits most patients. Read the answers to these commonly asked questions to learn more.
When can I eat after bonding treatment?
You can eat immediately after the bonding procedure. We completely cure the material while you’re in the dentist’s office. However, you may experience some sensitivity to hot or cold foods immediately afterward.
What can’t I do with bonded teeth?
Avoid biting down on hard or chewy foods directly with your bonded tooth. You should also try to chew up your food in other areas of your mouth. Don’t use your teeth to open packages or bite your nails; these things can chip the bonding. The resin isn’t as stain-resistant as other restorations, so you should be more careful while drinking wine or coffee.
Can dental bonding ruin my teeth?
No. We don’t remove any tooth enamel during the process. We only roughen the tooth’s surface so that the bonding material can better adhere to it. The bonding material doesn’t impact your tooth at all. However, you need to ensure you’re still performing a dedicated oral healthcare routine. The natural tooth structure under the bonding material can still succumb to tooth decay.
How many times can I bond a tooth?
Theoretically, there is no limit. Bonding material typically lasts for 5-10 years and is completely removable. However, if your bonding material is chipping or breaking frequently, we may recommend a more durable and permanent restoration to meet your needs.
How long does the dental bonding process take?
Dental bonding is a pretty quick process. It only takes 30-60 minutes per tooth in our office. We cure and harden the material at the end of the same appointment, so you don’t have to worry about coming in for multiple treatment steps. It’s another benefit of choosing dental bonding.
Am I a good candidate for dental bonding?
One of the main benefits of dental bonding is that almost everyone is eligible. It’s removable, so even children can use it. It’s also one of the most affordable options, making it more accessible to patients who don’t have insurance coverage for the procedure. The tooth must be stable enough to mold the bonding material onto. If you have decayed teeth, we must treat the decayed portion first.
Schedule a Dental Visit Today
Have you just chipped a permanent tooth? If you need to address a dental injury, ask us about dental bonding treatment.
Contact Brilliant Smiles Family Dentistry today at 231-389-6388 or request a dental appointment with Dr. Jenick online.
Please let Dr. Jenicke know if you ever have questions about treatment. She is always happy to help her patients find the best treatments for their smiles.