There are many different dental treatments available to improve the appearance of your teeth and smile. Teeth that are damaged either structurally or by staining and discolouration can be restored using veneers or whitening treatments. It is also possible to use orthodontic straightening devices to realign teeth that are crooked. However, one of the most versatile and commonly used cosmetic dental procedures is known as cosmetic bonding.

Cosmetic bonding has been used for a long time in dentistry because of its versatility and ability to transform the smile in a single visit. It is made from a composite resin that can be mixed up to closely resemble the colour of the existing teeth of the patient for an impressive cosmetic result. Cosmetic bonding is commonly used for filling dental cavities or replacing the old fashioned and controversial silver amalgam fillings. It is also used for restoring broken or chipped teeth, closing or evening up spaces between teeth and for covering areas of discolouration.

Cosmetic bonding is very popular for fillings because it has a much better cosmetic appearance than silver amalgam fillings, which can look very unattractive in the mouth. Although bonding is not ideal for use in large areas, it can be used in small cavities and also to hold a ceramic inlay in place. It is also completely safe to use unlike the silver amalgam fillings, which contain mercury vapours that can damage the body. Many patients are opting to have their old silver amalgam fillings replaced with composite bonding for these reasons.

Before cosmetic bonding takes place anywhere on the teeth, the surface of the area on question will need to be etched or roughened to allow for greater grip. The bonding is then applied and made solid using the heat of a dental laser. This makes the bonding firm offering protection and aesthetic improvement to the teeth. Find out more about composite bonding at a Colchester dentist. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford

Cosmetic bonding has been used for many years in cosmetic dentistry to transform smiles. The process involves using small amounts of acrylic resin and moulding it into the desired shape. Cosmetic bonding is the most versatile tool in cosmetic dentistry that can be used to fill dental cavities, repair broken or damaged teeth and even as an alternative to porcelain veneers.

Bonding is a popular choice for filling material as it can be made to closely match the colour of the existing tooth enamel. It is often preferred to silver-amalgam fillings, even though it is not as strong, because of the aesthetic advantages and also because of the controversy surrounding the safety of using mercury in amalgam fillings. Many patients are even choosing to replace their old-fashioned amalgam fillings to improve the appearance of their teeth. For large cavities it may not be possible to use cosmetic bonding because it can become brittle in large areas, but by using a ceramic inlay cemented with dental bonding the same results can be achieved.

Composite bonding can also be used to seal cracks that have been caused by physical trauma to the teeth. It can also be moulded to repair small chips. The procedure involves mixing the resin to the right consistency and colour before applying it in layers to the desired shape. When satisfied, the dentist will then set the bonding hard with the heat of a dental laser before polishing the cosmetic bonding to make it appear more like enamel. Chelmsford dentists also use bonding to cover discoloured or stained teeth, producing results similar to having a set of porcelain veneers but at a fraction of the cost. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.