Dental Bonding

What is Dental Bonding?

Dental bonding is a simple and cost-effective restorative dental procedure for damaged teeth. It is often used as a solution for teeth that are cracked or discoloured, chipping or breaking, or compromised in a number of other ways.

How Dental Bonding Works

Dental bonding is applied directly to the natural tooth. Typically, it does not require sedation or anesthetic. Your dentist will roughen up the surface of the tooth where the bonding will be applied. Once the surface of the tooth is ready, a liquid is applied that helps the resin adhere to the tooth.

Once the tooth is prepared, composite resin is applied to the tooth. The dentist will shape the resin so it blends naturally with the surrounding teeth. Finally, a special ultraviolet light is used to harden the resin quickly.

After the resin is hardened, the dentist may smooth and polish the surface to ensure it matches the surrounding teeth and looks natural.