If you have cosmetic imperfections related to dental damage or issues with the shape of the tooth, you need more than teeth whitening. Our team can help restore the smile with same-day bonding and contouring. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about the process of boosting smile beauty in one visit with bonding and contouring.
The Dental Bonding Procedure
The procedure uses the same composite resin we employ as part of our fillings, and the placement process is similar too. Composite resin is a metal-free material that we can shade to blend with the smile, and it’s also biocompatible, which enables it to last for years to come. The material is safe for patients of all ages. The placement process takes only one visit, and involves our team numbing the tooth so we can clean it and etch the surface. We then place the material in several layers and sculpt and mold the tooth as the composite resin cures beneath a light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance.
The Cosmetic Benefits
Our team can use dental bonding to repair minor chips and cracks, or even correct the appearance of misshapen teeth. Placement could also close embarrassing gaps and black triangle spaces between the teeth. If you have permanent teeth stains that resist traditional whitening systems, we can mask them instantly. The procedure can also lengthen teeth worn down by teeth grinding. For some, this is essentially a smile makeover in only one visit!
A Look at Dental Contouring
In the same visit, we could also offer another same-day cosmetic treatment known as dental contouring. With contouring, we don’t add new material to the tooth. Instead, our team will gently sand and buff the outer structure to correct common cosmetic imperfections. For example, we can smooth out grooves, pits, and rough patches in the outer structures. Our team can also correct dull, sharp, or jagged portions of your teeth. We can correct the appearance of chipped teeth and also overly large ones too. For a smile makeover, we could combine bonding and contouring with other treatments, such as teeth whitening and even porcelain veneers.
If you have any questions about how we can offer same-day cosmetic treatment, or if you would like to schedule a cosmetic consultation, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile without hesitation!
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR COSMETIC RESTORATION
We want to help you smile with confidence again with our cosmetic treatment options, such as bonding and contouring, so reach out today to get started. You can schedule an appointment by calling our office in Astoria, NY at 718-728-8320.
