Not every tooth is perfect, or maybe they are, but they grow up to be imperfect over time. It may be due to a trauma, injury, or an accident. However, not everyone can resort to cosmetic dentistry when they lose their teeth or a part of it. The reasons are simple. First, it is expensive and is often not covered by insurance. Second, some people are too scared to sit in the dentist’s chair, and even if they do, they lack the courage to undergo the procedure required to perfect the imperfection.

If you are one such patient, then you must know that you have the option of composite bonding to restore the beauty of your teeth.

Read the blog and get the details.

What is Composite Bonding?

Composite bonding, cosmetic bonding, or dental bonding is a process wherein a tooth-colored resin material is used to fix a range of dental issues, from chipped teeth to gaps and discoloration. It is a preferred cosmetic dental procedure because it is minimally invasive and less expensive than other dental treatments.

Benefits of Composite Bonding

The multiple benefits of composite bonding compared to other cosmetic dental procedures are discussed below:

Minimally Invasive

The major benefit of why most patients choose dental bonding is that it is a minimally invasive procedure. Unlike dental crowns or veneers, where a thin layer of enamel is removed for bonding, composite bonding doesn’t alter the tooth’s natural structure.

Veneers and crowns are also painless procedures, but they require enamel removal. That’s because the tooth’s surface is made abrasive to strengthen the bonding.

In dental bonding, the composite resin is directly applied to the tooth and shaped without altering the natural tooth structure.

Cost-Effectiveness

Budget plays a crucial role for most patients in choosing composite bonding as their preferred option. The reason is its cost-effectiveness.

Do you know that teeth whitening costs up to $1000? The average dental crown cost in Arizona is between $800-$1600. The cost of dental veneers in Arizona starts from $800 per tooth.

On the other hand, the cost of composite bonding starts at $150. So, it is quite clear that dental bonding is a much more cost-effective option compared to other cosmetic dental procedures.

One must also consider the span of these dental procedures. Depending on the dietary habits and oral routine, composite bonding can last up to 10 years, which is a promising lifespan.

Quick Procedure

Many patients hate dental visits, and dental crowns and veneers require them to visit the dentist at least twice. However, if you need composite bonding, you can complete it in a single visit. For dental veneers, we take an impression and send it to the laboratory for custom design. It takes one to two weeks for the veneers and crowns to arrive, and then they are fixed.

As for composite bonding, it takes only one visit. We examine your teeth, assess the problem and how many teeth require dental bonding and finish the procedure. It only takes 30-60 minutes per tooth.

For those with busy schedules or those who want an immediate improvement in their smile, composite bonding offers a quicker solution than the multiple visits required for crowns and veneers.

Versatility

Dental bonding addresses multiple issues. For missing teeth and roots, there are dental implants. For multiple missing teeth, there are dental bridges and dentures. There are veneers for the cosmetic beauty of your smile, but composite bonding addresses many dental issues, such as gaps and spaces between teeth, discoloration, chipped or cracked teeth, etc. Veneers are also helpful in fixing these issues, but dental bonding emerges as the more cost-effective option between the two.

Also, this versatility makes composite bonding an excellent option for patients with multiple minor cosmetic issues.

Natural-Looking Results

Many patients don’t resort to cosmetic dentistry procedures because of the fear that their dental treatments might be evident and make them stand out. However, you must understand that cosmetic dentistry aims to give you the most natural-looking results.

Composite bonding excels in the same because a tooth-colored resin is used to ensure the uniform appearance of the teeth. We sculpt the resin to make it mimic your natural tooth and fulfill the role of the missing part of your tooth. It is impossible to differentiate between your natural tooth and the restored one.

So, for a natural-looking solution, choose dental bonding.

Conclusion 

From the above points, it is evident that composite bonding is a cost-effective, minimally-invasive cosmetic dental procedure that restores the functionality and aesthetics of your teeth quickly and conveniently as compared to other methods.

If you also have discolored, chipped, cracked, or spaced teeth, then contact us at Peace of Mind Dental Studio and fix an appointment for composite bonding.