One of the first things others notice about you is the quality of your smile, and it’s only natural to want to make a good impression. However, if your teeth are riddled with imperfections, you might be remembered for the wrong reasons. You might even develop anxiety or depression if you’re overly worried about being judged for your looks.
Thankfully, your dentist can address one or several cosmetic concerns with non-invasive dental bonding. Continue reading to learn more about 3 aesthetic issues this popular procedure can fix to enhance your appearance!
Concern #1: Chips and Cracks
Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, but that doesn’t mean it’s completely invincible. It can suffer acid damage from the foods you eat or if unhealthy bacteria in your mouth are allowed to flourish, like if you neglect your oral hygiene routine. This increases your vulnerability to decay and other injuries, like chips and cracks, which can affect your looks and dental health.
For instance, you’re more likely to sustain additional damage or develop decay once the structure of your tooth is compromised. Thankfully, your dentist can apply color-matched composite resin directly to your enamel to mend minor issues, restoring your smile’s appearance and functionality.
Concern #2: Closing Small Gaps
Wider spaces between your teeth can also detract from your reflection as well as your oral well-being. Not only might you worry about being critiqued for the gaps in your grin, but they can also potentially trap leftover food or other debris, attracting unwanted germs that contribute to gum disease and tooth decay.
Your dentist can apply biocompatible composite resin that’s customized to be the same shade as your teeth to rebuild your enamel, bringing them closer together. Then, they harden it in place with an ultraviolet curing light, for a repair that can last 5 to 15 or more years if cared for correctly.
Concern #3: Masking Discoloration
Color-matched resin can also be used to mask imperfections, like blemishes or stubborn stains you can’t seem to brush away. Extrinsic stains in your enamel due to consuming darkly pigmented foods often respond well to topical treatments, like teeth whitening, but more deeply seated intrinsic discoloration that has seeped into the lower layers of dentin might require a different solution, like dental bonding.
Dental bonding can be used to rebuild the structure of your teeth, even the spacing between them, or even brighten them to help give you the smile you’ve always dreamed of having!
Meet the Author
Dr. Sandra Thore has 35+ years of experience helping families improve their lives by enhancing their dental health. She earned her dental degree from The Medical University of South Carolina and has remained committed to continuing education, so you can trust that you’re receiving the most current treatment options. She provides a comprehensive menu of services to people of all ages, including dental bonding, to meet your needs under one roof. You can request a cosmetic consultation on the website or by calling (919) 659-0015.