Cosmetic dentistry isn’t just limited to teeth whitening. To mask discoloration and also address issues with the shape of a tooth, we could use bonding and contouring. In today’s blog, your Virginia Beach, VA, dentist talks about two cosmetic treatments we can complete in only one visit!
Starting with a Cosmetic Consultation
To begin, our team wants to take a close look at your smile to understand the cause and extent of your cosmetic concerns. We’re also going to talk to you about your thoughts on your smile, and the issues you want to see corrected. Using digital x-rays and intraoral cameras, we can make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy. We then choose the most appropriate treatment options to address the concern. For many, we could tackle multiple cosmetic concerns at once with dental bonding and contouring.
Dental Bonding
The dental bonding procedure uses the same composite resin that we employ as part of our tooth-colored dental fillings. The material is a mixture of glass-like and acrylic particles, which are very strong but can also be shaded to blend with the tooth structure seamlessly. The treatment process is simple. Once we numb the tooth, to keep you comfortable, we will remove any decay and then gently etch the outer surface. The composite resin is applied in several layers, and the tooth is molded and sculpted as the same material cures beneath a light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance.
Our team can use this to mask the permanent teeth stains that may not respond to teeth whitening treatments. In addition, we can repair minor chips and cracks in a tooth’s surface, and even lengthen the structure worn down by bruxism (chronic teeth grinding/clenching). Our team can also correct misshapen or malformed teeth, and close embarrassing gaps between the teeth too.
Dental Contouring
In the same visit or a separate one, we could also contour the teeth to address cosmetic issues, again in one sitting. We don’t add new material to the tooth at all, instead we gently sand and buff the outer structure to improve the beauty of the tooth. For example, we can correct chipped teeth, repair overly large or malformed teeth, and dull sharp, pointed, or jagged teeth too. The procedure can also smooth out rough patches, grooves, and pits in the teeth too.
If you have any questions, then contact our team today to get started!
Talk To Your Virginia Beach, VA Dentist About Cosmetic Dentistry!
Our team is ready to transform a tooth with cosmetic care in just one visit. If you would like to find out more about enhancing smile beauty, then please reach out to Absolute Dental Care in Virginia Beach, VA at 757-428-7440.
