Precision for Perfect Smiles in Greenville, SC

Dental bonding is a cosmetic dental solution that we offer patients in our Greenville, SC office. Dr. Adam Carraway uses tooth bonding to repair chipped or cracked teeth conservatively. The dental bonding blends naturally into the smile by perfectly matching the color of the natural tooth structure adjacent to the chipped tooth with a tooth-colored filling material. Because dental filling materials can not be whitened once placed, it is important to be happy with the color of your teeth before pursuing dental bonding treatment. If you want whiter teeth, we recommend whitening your teeth before having dental bonding placed on your teeth. As an economical alternative to dental veneers, tooth bonding is a great treatment for patients who are new to cosmetic dental care and have minor imperfections.

Dental bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure used to improve the appearance of teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored, or have gaps between them. It involves the application of a tooth-colored resin material to the surface of the tooth, which is then hardened and bonded to the tooth using a special light.

Dental bonding is a quick and non-invasive procedure that can be completed in a single visit to the dentist’s office. It is a relatively affordable and conservative alternative to other cosmetic dental procedures, such as veneers or crowns. However, bonding materials are not as durable as porcelain or other materials used in more extensive restorations, and may need to be replaced or repaired over time.

Bonding can do just about anything that porcelain veneers can do. There’s a wide variety of cosmetic and restorative uses for dental bonding. The bonding material is a malleable resin that can be molded into the shape of any of your teeth. It allows you to fix almost any cosmetic chip or flaw in your teeth. Many patients like dental bonding because it’s a more cost-effective option when compared to porcelain veneers.

Dental bonding is a temporary solution. This is one of the reasons why it’s cheaper than veneers. The process is completely removable and reversible. Because of this, bonding can be used to correct problems with children, whether in their permanent teeth or their primary teeth. On average, bonding can last anywhere from three years to as many as ten years, depending on how well it’s taken care of.

Modern dental materials are both beautiful and strong, which means you can care for them just like your natural teeth. They do not require any type of special diet or restrictions. Gently brushing teeth using a soft toothbrush and flossing between teeth can help keep harmful bacteria at bay.

We typically recommend adding a WaterPik water flosser into your daily brushing and flossing routine to maximize the number of years your dental bonding will last. You will still have natural tooth structure underneath the dental bonding that can still get dental decay or a cavity. Therefore, it is very important to keep your teeth healthy and clean to ensure your dental bonding will last as long as possible.

Immediately following your bonding treatment, you want to avoid tobacco products and any foods or beverages that can stain the bonding material. Stay away from coffee, wine, tea, and berries at this time. We also recommend that patients continue to schedule routine visits every six months. During these visits, we can clean the teeth and examine your bonded teeth to make sure they’re in good shape.