Cosmetic dental procedures can be multi-faceted, which is great for people that have multiple cosmetic needs. Chipped, misshapen, crooked, or discolored teeth can all be virtually erased with this popular procedure. What surprises many people is that dental bonding is a fairly simple and non-invasive treatment for flawed teeth. Dental bonding can usually be completed in just one office visit with your Glencoe cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent Engelberg. Try this quiz on dental bonding.
Questions
Q1. True or false – Bonding is flawless from a far, but up close, the material will be clearly whiter than the surrounding teeth structures.
Q2. True or false – Bonding consists of discs of thin material placed over the surface of your teeth.
Q3. True or false – Dental bonding does not require anesthesia.
Q4. True or false – Dental bonding can be an effective replacement for orthodontic work.
Answers
A1. FALSE – Tooth-colored composite resin which is used to fill cavities is the same material used for bonding. This material is incredibly versatile in covering over imperfections with aesthetics and strength. And a skilled dentist can ensure that your bonding will be flawlessly dyed to color-match your surrounding teeth.
A2. FALSE – This describes porcelain veneers. With dental bonding, your Glencoe dentist will start by roughening the surfaces of the teeth in question. This will allow for optimal bonding of the soft composite material. The resin can be shaped and smoothed to cover imperfections and look natural. A special light is used to harden the material. Once enough time has allowed for the bonding material to strengthen, it can be polished and buffed for a translucent, tooth-like look.
A3. TRUE – Dental bonding can be performed without the use of anesthesia. None of your healthy tooth structure will have to be removed when teeth are prepared for the procedure.
A4. TRUE – Dental bonding can be used to correct slightly over-crowded, crooked, or gapped teeth to correct problems that would probably require at least a year of wearing braces.
Dental Bonding from Your Glencoe Cosmetic Dentist
If you would like to arrange a consultation to discuss dental bonding with your cosmetic dentist in Glencoe, schedule an appointment with our 60093 dentist office by calling 847-259-8030. We are happy to serve patients in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, Northwest Chicago Suburbs, and Northern Chicago Suburbs.
