Bonding

Tooth bonding is used for a variety of purposes:

• correct a tooth gap
• cover discolorations
• repair chipped/cracked teeth

Tooth bonding is dependent upon the artistic ability of the dentist, since the work is done "freehand" without taking impressions or using a laboratory. The tooth must be color-matched, sculpted, and polished to produce a beautiful and natural-looking result. Shannon H. McCarthy, DDS is specially trained in tooth bonding techniques and has years of experience in cosmetic dentistry has a natural flair for creating beautiful teeth.

The Bonding Procedure

Bonding takes approximately 30-60 minutes in a single visit to our office.

1. First, we select a shade of composite resin that is as close as possible to the shade of your teeth.
2. Then, Shannon H. McCarthy, DDS applies a liquid that helps the bonding material adhere to the teeth.
3. The composite resin is applied to the teeth, smoothed into the desired shape, and hardened with a high intensity light.
4. After the resin has hardened, Shannon H. McCarthy, DDS makes a few final touches and polishes the teeth being treated until they resemble the other teeth.