Dental bonding and contouring are two different cosmetic treatments that can be completed in a single visit, often both in that same appointment. In fact, we can even provide major cosmetic improvement for multiple concerns in the same sitting. In today’s blog, your Virginia Beach, VA, dentist talks about cosmetic bonding and contouring.
The Bonding Process
Dental bonding employs the same composite resin as our lifelike fillings, so we can offer a more attractive appearance and address multiple cosmetic issues at once. The procedure begins with our team numbing the tooth before we remove any decay and thoroughly clean the surfaces. We may also etch the outer surfaces. We then prepare and place the composite resin in several layers, shading it to blend with your tooth. Once in place, we can begin sculpting and molding the tooth as the composite resin curs beneath a light. The final step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance. The entire process only takes one visit to complete!
The Esthetic Benefits
Dental bonding can mask permanent teeth stains, the type that may not respond to traditional teeth whitening. Our team can also correct the appearance of minor misalignment, so you have a smile that appears straighter without the need for braces or aligners. The treatment can lengthen worn down tooth structure, reshape malformed teeth, and even close embarrassing gaps between the teeth. Our team also repairs minor cracks and chips too! For many, this simple procedure can offer major improvement for the overall beauty of your smile.
Dental Contouring
Our team could also contour your teeth in the same visit. This cosmetic treatment doesn’t involve adding new material to the tooth. Instead, we gently sand and buff the outer structure to correct common cosmetic concerns. We can address the appearance of minor chips, correct malformed teeth, reshape overly large teeth, and even smooth our pits, grooves, and rough patches in the outer structure. Our team can also dull sharp, jagged, or pointed portions of tooth structure.
We may even combine these with other cosmetic treatments for a smile makeover, for example, we could lengthen the teeth beforehand with teeth whitening. We could also use bonding and contouring for the side teeth and place veneers on the more front facing ones. If you have any questions about how we offer smile improvement in only one visit, or if you’re ready to schedule your next consultation, then contact our team today to learn more. A stunning smile is always possible!
Talk To Your Virginia Beach, VA, Dentist About Smile Treatment
A stunning smile is possible with our one-visit treatment options. Call Absolute Dental Care in Virginia Beach, VA at (757) 428-7440 to schedule a visit soon!
