Cosmetic Dentist in Murphy Makes Big Reveals with Bonding

Sometimes, small improvements are all that’s needed to make a really big impact — and that’s often true with teeth. If you’ve got minor chips, gaps, or stains that are taking away from the appearance of your smile, composite bonding could be the perfect solution. Find out if you are a candidate for this popular treatment from your cosmetic dentist in Murphy, Dr. Jacquie Nguyen and Dr. Masoud E. Najari, today.

What Is Composite Bonding?

Composite bonding is a non-invasive, inexpensive, and rapid way to make cosmetic improvements to the teeth that show when you smile. Many patients choose it as an alternative to porcelain veneers. Using a biocompatible composite resin, your dentist sculpts the an affected tooth into its most pleasing shape. Composite resin sets within minutes under a special light, and it is highly customizable to match the shade of your surrounding teeth.

What’s the Procedure for Composite Resin Bonding?

To improve the appearance of a tooth with direct bonding, your dental team will first select a shade that matches your surrounding teeth perfectly. Then, we’ll clean the tooth and remove any decay from the surface. The tooth must remain completely dry for the resin to bond to the enamel, so we will use barriers to keep saliva from coming into contact with the area. An etching solution is then applied to the surface to roughen it and encourage bonding. Then, the resin is placed onto the tooth and sculpted into the most pleasing shape. Once your dentist is satisfied with the appearance, the resin sets within minutes under a high powered light.

What Does It Fix?

Composite resin bonding can correct a number of cosmetic flaws affecting otherwise healthy teeth, including:

• Chipped, cracked, or broken teeth
• Stained or discolored teeth
• Slightly gapped teeth
• Oddly textured (pitted and grooved, chalky) teeth
• Misshapen teeth, like those that appear too short or pointy

Is Composite Bonding Right for You?

If your teeth are mostly healthy but have been affected by minor cosmetic issues that take away from your smile in a big way, talk to your dentist about composite bonding. We can customize the resin to match the shade of your surrounding teeth; you may want to undergo professional teeth whitening first for an especially dramatic impact.

One consideration to keep in mind while considering dental bonding is that the composite resin absorbs stains more readily than the natural tooth enamel. People who smoke or use tobacco may want to consider porcelain veneers, which do not stain as easily.

Find Out More Today!

Are you interested in finding out whether or not composite bonding is right for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team at Murphy Family Dentistry. In addition to dental bonding, we offer a number of cosmetic procedures to help you enjoy the confident, beautiful smile of your dreams. Schedule an appointment today!