Cosmetic Bonding – Midtown East, New York, NY
Quickly Disguise Aesthetic Flaws
Do you have minor flaws in your teeth that make a major impact on your appearance? Many individuals have a chipped tooth, stains on their enamel, or a tiny gap between their teeth that robs their smile of its true potential. If that is true of you, visit us to ask about cosmetic bonding in Midtown East (oftentimes called direct bonding). This fast and simple procedure can correct small imperfections in your teeth to give you the radiant, confident grin you’ve been wishing for.
How Does Cosmetic Bonding Work?
Cosmetic bonding uses a flexible, tooth-colored material to disguise imperfections in teeth. The material is the same composite resin that we use to fill in cavities. It blends in seamlessly with the dentition around it.
Cosmetic bonding isn’t intended to dramatically make over smiles. Rather, it’s generally used to treat just one or two teeth that are misshapen or discolored. In some cases, it can make teeth look larger or fill in small gaps between them.
During the procedure, your dentist in Midtown East slightly etches the teeth we’re working on so the bonding material will adhere well to your enamel. Then, we apply a conditioning liquid. The next step is to apply the composite resin, which we’ll shade match to your natural teeth. We shape the resin so it hides your teeth’s flaws. Finally, we harden the resin with a special curing light. In most cases, the bonding procedure takes a single appointment that lasts one hour or less.
How to Care for Your Cosmetic Bonding
On average, cosmetic bonding can last for 4 – 8 years. To make sure the results of your treatment last as long as possible, you should:
- Enjoy dark foods and beverages in moderation. The bonding material can become stained over time, so it’s wise limit your consumption of things like coffee, red wine, and berries. For the first 48 hours after your procedure, it’s best to avoid all staining foods and beverages.
- Be careful when you eat. Because the bonding material isn’t as strong as natural tooth enamel, you should be cautious when you bite into hard or crunchy foods, like apples or candy.
- Visit us for regular cleanings. Professional cleanings can reduce the occurrence of stains on the bonding material.
Is Cosmetic Bonding Right for You?
Cosmetic bonding may be ideal for you if:
- You have just one or two teeth whose appearance you’d like to improve.
- You’re interested in an economical way to boost your smile’s appearance. Cosmetic bonding is a relatively affordable cosmetic treatment, especially when compared to porcelain veneers.
- You want to preserve as much healthy tooth enamel as possible. An alternative treatment, porcelain veneers, requires that we remove a bit of enamel so the final result doesn’t look unnatural or bulky.
When you visit us for your cosmetic consultation, we’ll examine your teeth and explain your treatment options. We’ll recommend the one that we feel is best for your circumstances, whether it is cosmetic bonding, porcelain veneers, or another procedure that has the potential to give you the gorgeous smile of your dreams.