Experience Comfortable Cosmetic Bonding
Dental bonding begins with minimal preparation of your tooth surface. We lightly roughen the area and apply a conditioning liquid that helps the bonding material stick better.
Next, we carefully apply the tooth-colored resin, mold it to the perfect shape, and harden it with a special light. Finally, we polish the material until it matches your natural teeth perfectly.
Cosmetic bonding is one of our most comfortable treatments. Most patients don't need any anesthesia because the procedure doesn’t typically involve removing tooth structure.
You can relax during your appointment knowing there will be no drills or needles involved. Most patients report no discomfort.
Combine Bonding with Other Treatments for Amazing Results
Composite bonding works alongside other cosmetic treatments for a complete smile transformation.
You may choose to whiten your teeth first, allowing us to match the bonding material to your brighter smile. If you have multiple concerns, we can pair bonding with dental veneers, using affordable bonding for minor issues and veneers for front teeth that need more dramatic improvements.
If you have a gummy smile, you can benefit from combining gum reshaping with bonding to create ideal tooth proportions and balance. If your teeth need alignment, we can use Invisalign® before bonding to ensure your newly straightened teeth look their absolute best.
This personalized approach lets us address all your concerns while keeping costs manageable and achieving the most natural-looking results.
If you're interested in Wellington tooth bonding, contact Dental House of Wellington today.
Tooth bonding typically lasts five to seven years with proper care. The composite resin material is durable but not as strong as your natural teeth or porcelain restorations. Regular dental checkups, avoiding hard foods, and not using your teeth as tools will help extend the lifespan of your bonding treatment.
Yes, tooth bonding material comes in many shades that we carefully match to your natural teeth. We select the perfect color before application and can blend multiple shades for the most natural appearance. The resin is sculpted to match your tooth's texture and polished to reflect light like natural enamel.
You can eat and drink immediately after tooth bonding treatment, but we recommend avoiding staining foods and beverages (coffee, red wine, berries) for the first 48 hours. After that, maintain normal eating habits but avoid biting directly into hard foods with bonded teeth to prevent potential damage.