Dental Bonding in Vestavia Hills
Dental bonding is a restorative procedure used to repair damaged teeth, such as those that are cracked, broken, or chipped, and to enhance the appearance of your smile.
At Fulton Dental, Dr. Fulton suggests dental bonding for patients seeking a quick and effective solution for repairing tooth damage or imperfections.
Enhance Your Smile
Dental bonding is a great option for addressing minor tooth damage or imperfections. It enhances smiles by improving appearance and strengthening damaged teeth, delivering both quick and lasting results.
Advantages of Dental Bonding
● Restores the shape of a damaged or deformed tooth.● It helps fill tooth gaps.● It can be used to reshape uneven or misshapen teeth.● Promotes better oral health and hygiene.● Dental bonding can withstand normal wear and restore the patient’s ability to chew properly.
Aftercare for Bonded Teeth
To maintain the durability of the bonding material, patients should practice good oral hygiene at home after the dental bonding procedure. Regular brushing and flossing help keep the bonding intact. It's also advisable to avoid biting on hard foods with the treated tooth, as this can damage the bonding, and to limit the consumption of colored beverages or carbonated drinks to prevent staining.
Additionally, patients should schedule dental checkups at least twice a year as part of their oral health routine.
What Does the Dental Bonding Procedure Entail?
At our dental practice in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Dr. Fulton begins the bonding procedure by evaluating your dental condition. Using a small concave mirror, he examines the damaged tooth and takes dental scans to assess its structure.
Dr. Fulton then selects a bonding material that matches the color of your natural teeth. He applies the composite resin to the damaged tooth after roughening its surface, molding it to the desired shape and ensuring the color blends seamlessly with your teeth.
Finally, Dr. Fulton uses a dental curing light to harden the bonding material and polishes it to achieve a natural, flawless appearance.