A cheap yet effective treatment for chipped teeth
Not all teeth imperfections require costly procedures for correction. Sometimes dental cosmetic bonding is also used to fix minor structural problems like cracks, chips and even discolored teeth. Cosmetic bonding is not only quick and affordable but also relatively painless and long lasting. It is the ideal alternative to expensive and extensive dentistry like crowns, bridges and veneers.
Dentists in Reading do the procedure using a dental bonding material like composite resin which matches the natural shade of the teeth. First the existing tooth is roughened to help the resin adhere properly. Then the composite resin is applied over the tooth, shaped and smoothed to get the desired result. A high intensive light is shown over the resin for quick hardening. The bonded tooth is given a final touch of buffing and polishing to make it look like the surrounding teeth. The composite resin used is very flexible and it expands and contracts with the natural tooth thus preventing further cracks or tooth loss. Cosmetic bonding can normally be completed in a single sitting, but that largely depends on the extent of repair required. The cost of cosmetic bonding also varies according to the number of teeth repaired. Most insurance policies cover cosmetic bonding, but you may want to reconfirm before beginning the procedure.
While cosmetic bonding has its own share of benefits, there are also some downsides to it. First of all they are susceptible to staining and loose gloss over a period of time. Longevity of the cosmetic bonding depends entirely on the after care. However this does not mean cosmetic bonding are not durable or strong enough. In fact they can easily withstand the stresses of regular mouth functioning and with a little care will last a longer time. Fortunately resurfacing or touch-up work can restore the old bonding a further extension of life and gloss.
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