Dental bonding is a cosmetic solution to various imperfections with our teeth. To cover the imperfections, Dr. Frey uses a composite resin made from a mixture of ceramic and plastic. He bonds this material to the teeth being addressed, hence the name of the procedure. The concept of tooth bonding is similar to porcelain veneers, but the process is simpler and the cost is lower. Plus, Dr. Frey usually can perform dental bonding in a single appointment. Tooth bonding is a versatile way to create a perfect smile in an incredibly short period of time.
Dr. Frey uses bonding to cosmetically fix these problems:
● Minor chips on teeth
● Teeth with minor cracks
● Uneven or misshapen teeth
● Gaps between teeth
● Discolored teeth than cannot be whitened
Both bonding and veneers have the same intent — to cover cosmetic imperfections in your teeth — but they do it in different ways. With veneers, a minor amount of your tooth enamel is shaved off to make room for the thin porcelain veneers to be cemented to the fronts of the teeth being treated. In bonding, composite resin is applied in thin layers to the top of the enamel. It is sculpted to fit the need, cured, and then polished.
The resin used in bonding is more resistant to staining than your tooth’s natural enamel, but it can stain. Porcelain is even more resistant to staining and is very durable. Porcelain veneers last longer than bonding, but are also a good deal more expensive. Veneers require two appointments for preparation and application; bonding is usually done in a single appointment.
Dr. David Frey, a Beverly Hills, CA 90210 dentist passionate about creating beautiful smiles, graduated from UCLA and the University of Pacific School of Dentistry. After serving under privileged children, he opened a cosmetic dental office servicing Beverly Hills, CA 90210, 90211, 90209, 90212 and 90213 pioneering porcelain veneers, TMJ Treatment, Periodontal Treatment, Dental implants. He now uses the latest techniques to serve patients in Beverly Hills and London. His work has been featured in media and he holds patents and authored books. He prioritises continuous learning and enjoys family, travel, and a healthy lifestyle.
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