Over the course of a lifetime, your teeth can be subjected to a lot of wear and tear! Even the most careful person can find themselves in situations that cause minor damage to their teeth. Accidents, hot drinks, and eating hard foods can all harm your teeth in minor ways. Fortunately cosmetic bonding provides a way to fix all of the cracks, chips, and other forms of minor damage that accumulate over time!

Cosmetic bonding takes advantage of a very hard type of plastic that matches the tooth and can be placed very precisely to repair damaged areas. First we will apply a mild etching solution that seeps into the tooth’s enamel structure in order to make its surface slightly rougher. Then durable dental composite resin is applied to the teeth and adheres to the rough surface left by the etching solution. After the composite has had a chance to harden, it is sculpted to conform to the natural shape of your teeth. A final step of polishing the resin ensures a natural look that blends in with the overall appearance of your mouth.

One advantage of cosmetic bonding is that it can do a good job of correcting minor cosmetic flaws. The resin comes in different shades so we can match the natural color of your teeth. In addition to restoring chipped or broken teeth, dental composite filling material can be used to fill in gaps and reshape or recolor your smile!

Cosmetic dental bonding also has the advantage of durability. With proper care, this form of restoration typically lasts 5-7 years! This is all the more impressive when you consider the fact that a typical cosmetic bonding procedure only takes an hour or two to complete in our office!

If you have minor damage to your teeth - whether it's the result of an accident or a lifetime of wear and tear- cosmetic dental bonding could restore your smile to its previous brilliance. Call us today at 952-888-2300 to schedule a free consultation and find out if this procedure is right for you!

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