Dental Bonding

In addition to the imperfections mentioned above, Dr. Huber can perform bonding to cover up any signs of wear and tear that do not require restorative treatment. He can also add height to a worn-down or overly short tooth. Any truly aesthetic dental imperfections that detract from the beautiful balance of your smile may be corrected with bonding.

The material “bonded” or secured to the tooth is a safe resin (plastic) composite. Dr. Huber matches the color of the composite to the rest of the tooth and its neighboring natural teeth. Since it is malleable or putty-like when first applied to the tooth, Dr. Huber can use his skill to seamlessly reshape, resize, or otherwise alter the appearance of a chipped, irregularly shaped, worn, and otherwise imperfect tooth.

Once our dentist confirms that the material is applied perfectly and looks great, he hardens it with a special curing light to ensure the strongest bond between the resin and the natural tooth structure. Then, slight refinements are made as needed, which may involve trimming the resin. The “finishing touch” is polishing, which further brings out your treated tooth’s beautiful luster.

Our patients love that they can enter our office unhappy with the look of their smile and then walk out a short time later with a completely new smile that exudes health and confidence. Unlike alternative treatments such as veneers, dental bonding may be performed in just one visit. Plus, tooth structure remains intact. The tooth is only slightly abraded and conditioned to ensure a strong bond – but no actual enamel is removed. This characteristic also helps to support a painless, sensitivity-free process. So, no numbing is needed for comfort. In partnership with us, we can ensure you get the most “mileage” out of your treated teeth.