If you are going to opt for a cosmetic dental procedure, you may be able to get the most bang for your buck with certain treatments that cover over multiples flaw. One such option is tooth bonding. Chipped, misshapen, crooked, or discolored teeth can all be virtually erased with this popular procedure. And as luck would have it, this is a non-invasive way to fix the look of your smile. Dental bonding can usually be completed in just one or two office visits with Dr. Engelberg. If you would like to learn more, try this quiz on tooth bonding.
Questions
Q1. True or false – Dental bonding doesn’t require numbing.
Q2. True or false – The bonding process is comprised of pre-fabricated discs of thin material placed over the surfaces of your teeth.
Q3. True or false –Bonding looks fairly natural, but up close, the material will not be an exact match compared to surrounding tooth structures.
Q4. True or false – Dental bonding can be an effective replacement for orthodontics.
Answers
A1. TRUE – Dental bonding is usually performed without the use of anesthesia. None of your healthy tooth structure will have to be removed when teeth are prepared for this procedure.
A2. FALSE – This describes porcelain veneers. With dental bonding, Dr. Engelberg 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. FALSE – Composite-resin is the material used to fill cavities, for a point of reference. For bonding, resin can cover over imperfections with a combination of strength and aesthetics. And a skilled dentist can ensure that your bonding will be flawlessly color-matched your surrounding teeth.
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.
ABOUT YOUR GLENCOE DENTIST:
Dr. Brent Engelberg and his highly-skilled team proudly serve patients and their families from Arlington Heights, IL, and all surrounding communities, including; Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, and the Northern and Northwest Chicago Suburbs. To learn more, schedule a consultation online, or call our office today at 847-259-8030.
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