Dental Bonding For Emergency Tooth Repair
Nobody wants to experience a cracked or chipped tooth. The good news is that repairing small cracks and chips can be relatively seamless through a process known as dental bonding. Dental bonding is done with a composite resin that is designed to match the color of your teeth. Dr. Kode will mold the resin to the correct specification and then use a special tool to painlessly harden the bond to your tooth.
If you have experienced a dental emergency like a small chip, we can use dental bonding to remedy the chipped area of your tooth. After you receive your bond, your family and friends won’t be able to tell that you chipped your tooth.
Dental Bonding to Replace Silver Fillings
Do you have silver fillings? Dental by Design can use dental bonding to replace silver fillings. Dental bonding is discreet. Our patients love it because it is less noticeable than traditional fillings. If you are thinking of replacing your silver fillings with dental bonding, you should know that there are many benefits:
- Dental bonding is less sensitive to temperature. Metal is a conduit for hot and cold temperatures. If you have eaten a hot meal or drank something cold in the past and felt sensitivity in the area of your fillings, you might have experienced discomfort. Dental bonding is made of composite resin, a different material, and you won’t experience this sensitivity
- Dental bonding looks like your teeth. With dental bonding, you can experience the same health benefits of silver fillings without feeling self-conscious about how they look.
- Fillings are more comfortable. Metal can expand or contract when the temperature changes. Dental bonding doesn’t experience the same changes and can feel more comfortable as a result.
Dental Bonding Smile Trial
If you’re not sure if you want to commit to a big cosmetic procedure right away, why not try it out? Here at Dental by Design, you can request a “smile trial” for any big cosmetic work you’re thinking of getting done. Using a temporary dental bonding technique, we can show you what your smile would look like if you got permanent veneers, a new crown, full teeth whitening, or more permanent dental bonding.
You can wear your smile trial for a few days to test it out at home and around your friends and family with no obligation to go forward with the full procedure later. Use this time to see if you really want it or if you want to make changes to anything we’ve done so it’s perfect. Call Dental by Design today to learn more!
Bonding vs. Veneers
Dental bonding and dental veneers both offer cosmetic and functional benefits, but they are different. You should consider these differences.
- Dental bonding is used for smaller issues. Dental bonding is ideal for small chips, cracks, or fillings. Dental veneers are used to cover up gaps, change the shape of your teeth, and enhance the general appearance of your teeth, including their color.
- Dental veneers are a cosmetic procedure. Patients usually receive veneers for their cosmetic benefits. Although veneers can make less-than-perfect teeth look more aesthetically pleasing, they do not typically address underlying dental issues such as cavities or gum disease.
- Both are long-lasting. As long as you maintain good oral hygiene habits dental veneers and dental bonding can both last up to 7–10 years before they need to be replaced, though veneers usually last longer.
- Both look amazing! Veneers are a highly sought-after cosmetic dental procedure, and dental bondings are known as white fillings because they have the same appearance as your teeth.
How Much Does Dental Bonding Cost?
The cost of dental bonding varies depending on the insurance you have and the reason for which you are receiving dental bonding.
If you are receiving dental bonding as a cosmetic procedure, it might not be covered by insurance. However, if you need a filling for a cavity, it might be covered by insurance. For this reason, we cannot give you a specific price for the cost of dental bonding until we know your unique situation.
Dental Bonding at Dental by Design Dental Office
Dental bonding doesn’t just look amazing, they are also a quick and painless procedure. If you need a dental bond you will come into our office. Our team will prepare the area where the bond is being placed with a local anesthetic. Next, they will sculpt the bond to fit the shape of your tooth. After the bond has been placed, they will use a dental tool to harden it to your tooth. The amount of time required for the procedure varies, but it usually doesn’t take more than an hour or two.
Looking For a Dental Office Who Offers White Fillings and Cosmetic Dental Bonding?
We offer white fillings and cosmetic bondings to meet a wide range of dental needs. Whether you have a cavity and need a filling that blends in with your teeth, or part of your tooth has chipped, you will be impressed with how nice the finished result of dental bonding will pair with your smile.
The dental bonding process is quick and painless from start to finish, and we will take great care of you during your visit. Call our office to schedule your dental bonding appointment today!
