Bonding is a conservative way to repair slightly chipped, discolored, or crooked teeth. A white filling is placed onto your tooth during dental bonding to improve its appearance. The filling “bonds” with your teeth, and because it comes in various tooth-colored shades, it closely matches the appearance of your natural teeth.
Tooth bonding can also be used for teeth fillings instead of amalgam fillings. Many patients prefer the white bonded fillings because they are much less noticeable than the silver amalgam fillings. Bonding fillings can be used on front and back teeth depending on the location and extent of tooth decay.
Bonding is less expensive than other cosmetic treatments and usually can be completed in one visit to our office. However, bonding can stain and is easier to break than other cosmetic treatments, such as porcelain veneers. Let your doctor know if your bonding breaks or chips because it generally can be easily patched or repaired in one visit.
Request an appointment or call us at (925)400-9978 to learn more about bonding.
