Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Pros and Cons of Dental Bonding

Dental bonding is a composite resin material that is applied to the surface of teeth to repair minor defects. Patients of our expert in dental bonding in West Hollywood choose bonding for its numerous benefits.

•    Many uses: Dental bonding has a wide range of applications. Some of the ways it can improve the appearance of teeth include repairing chipped teeth, filling in gaps between teeth, lengthening teeth, and whitening teeth, among others.
•    Color: The dentist has complete control of the color. Bonding can be matched to the color of the other teeth, or can be used to whiten teeth to a lighter shade if desired.
•    Inexpensive: Dental bonding is inexpensive compared to other treatment options.
•    Quick: Bonding can normally be applied in a single dental visit.

There are a few disadvantages with bonding, however.

•    Not as durable: Though bonding can last five or more years, it does not last as long as porcelain veneers or crowns.
•    More fragile: Dental bonding is more prone to chipping or breaking off.
•    Staining: Dental bonding can absorb stains more readily than natural enamel or porcelain. In addition, unlike tooth enamel, it does not respond to teeth whitening.

To find out what dental bonding can do for you, contact our dentist in West Hollywood today.

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