Dental bonding is a versatile, cost-effective cosmetic dental procedure that can dramatically improve your smile in just one office visit. This treatment uses a tooth-colored composite resin material applied to your teeth and hardened with a special light, effectively "bonding" the material to the tooth.
When Do We Recommend Dental Bonding?
Dr. May recommends dental bonding for various cosmetic and restorative purposes at May Dentistry. It's an excellent solution for repairing chipped or cracked teeth, closing small gaps between teeth, improving the appearance of discolored teeth, protecting exposed tooth roots due to gum recession, or even changing the shape of teeth.
The procedure is relatively quick and comfortable. Unlike other cosmetic procedures like veneers, bonding usually requires minimal or no removal of tooth enamel. Dr. May carefully selects the resin color to match your natural teeth, applies the putty-like material, shapes it precisely, and then hardens it using a special ultraviolet light.
While dental bonding isn't as durable as crowns or veneers and may need replacement over time, the results can last 3 to 10 years with proper care. Bonded teeth require the same excellent oral hygiene as natural teeth—regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups.
Contact May Dentistry
If you're considering dental bonding to enhance your smile, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. May at our North Palm Beach dental office by calling (561) 844-8653 to determine if this procedure is right for you.