Cosmetic Dental Bonding Bellingham
A Gorgeous Smile Is Easier Than You Thought
Very few people are born with perfect teeth. But at Young Dental, we believe that everyone can feel great about their smile. When we’re planning cosmetic dentistry, we determine which procedures will deliver the best results while still being as conservative as possible. For minor flaws on the front teeth, cosmetic dental bonding in Bellingham is often the perfect choice! This procedure is fast, easy, and cost-effective. Not to mention that it works on a wide variety of imperfections. And, with many years of experience, you can count on getting beautiful results from our outstanding cosmetic dentists, Dr. Young and Dr. Montileaux. Learn more about this procedure below, and get in touch anytime if you’d like to schedule a consultation!
Why Choose Young Dental for Cosmetic Bonding?
- Completed in a Single Appointment
- Can Fix Minor Chips, Gaps, & Stains
- Very Comfortable, No Numbing Needed!
What Is Cosmetic Dental Bonding?
Also known as direct bonding, cosmetic dental bonding involves bonding tooth-colored filling material to the front teeth. Since we’ll match the color to your existing shade, some people whiten their teeth first to help their final results look even better. And since the composite resin we use is the same material used to repair cavities on the back teeth, it not only looks great but is also strong and durable.
What Kind of Dental Flaws Can Cosmetic Bonding Correct?
One of the advantages of cosmetic bonding is that it works for so many types of aesthetic flaws in the teeth, including:
- Chips and cracks
- Minor gaps
- Stubborn stains
- Small cavities
- Reshaping imperfect teeth
Also, it’s important to note that we may recommend an alternative treatment for more severe issues. Ultimately, when it comes to providing cosmetic dentistry in Bellingham, our goal is to make sure that you love your final results!
The Benefits of Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic bonding offers all of the following benefits:
- It’s fast. It can typically be done in just one visit and takes 30 to 60 minutes per tooth.
- It’s cost-effective.
- It lasts an average of 5-10 years with good oral hygiene habits and regular checkups.
- It looks very natural.
- There’s little to no downtime, so you can resume your normal activities for the day right away.
How Does Cosmetic Bonding Work?
Unless there’s a cavity present, local anesthesia usually isn’t necessary because composite resin is simply being added to your tooth. If there is decay, the first step will be numbing the area. From there, we’ll apply putty-like composite to your tooth and shape it to look natural. Then it will be hardened with a “curing” light and polished to feel very smooth. Your bonding will be fully set when you leave, so you can eat and drink normally immediately.
As a dentist in Bellingham, we’ve found that cosmetic bonding is an excellent way to correct a multitude of flaws with a minimal amount of dental work. If you’d like to know more about this procedure or find out if it’s right for you, give us a call anytime. We’d love to show you how easy it is to transform your smile!