Dental Bonding

Composite Resin Bonding

Dental bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure that can repair tooth damage. The bonding process involves the adhesion of composite resin, a durable plastic material, to the tooth’s surface. The tooth-colored resin ultimately bonds to the tooth to improve its overall appearance.

This procedure is helpful for people with chipped, cracked, decayed, or discolored teeth. The composite resin used in dental bonding is pliable, allowing our dentist to customize and mold it into the proper shape or size. Our dentist can also color-match the composite resin to closely match it to the natural color of the patient’s teeth.

If you are interested in improving your smile, dental bonding may be the right option. Dental Design Studio offers dental bonding in Glendale and the surrounding area.

Dental Bonding Process

The dental bonding process is quick and relatively non-invasive.

1. Preparation
Our dentist will select a composite resin color that matches the patient’s tooth color before the dental bonding process. If a patient’s tooth requires drilling to change its shape or damage near a nerve, our dentist may apply a local anesthetic to minimize discomfort.

2. Mold the Resin
During the procedure, the tooth surface is roughened and given a conditioning liquid to help the bonding material adhere to the tooth. Our dentist will then apply, mold, and smooth the resin into the desired shape before hardening the material with a light or laser.

3. Shape & Polish
Once the resin hardens, it is trimmed, shaped, and polished to match the tooth’s surface. The bonding process typically takes one appointment and lasts about 30 to 60 minutes for each tooth.