Looking for a non-invasive, quick, and cost-effective way to change how your smile looks? Cosmetic dental bonding in Turnersville, NJ may be the perfect option. Unlike procedures that require removing tooth structure and waiting weeks for a permanent restoration, bonding is usually completed right here in our office in a single visit — and it's one of the most affordable cosmetic options available.
Bonding only requires lightly etching the tooth's surface, making it far less invasive than crowns or veneers. Common reasons patients choose bonding include:
Bonding is a beautiful alternative to porcelain veneers or crowns, and it doesn't remove any of your natural tooth structure. Dr. Damore can complete the entire procedure quickly, and you'll walk away with a brand new smile. The low cost compared with other cosmetic procedures may be the best part.
We begin by lightly roughening the tooth's surface and applying a conditioning liquid so the bonding material adheres securely. A putty-like resin is then applied and molded to your specific needs, color-matched to your natural teeth so no one but you knows the work was done. Once shaped, we harden the resin with UV light and polish it — and you're ready to go.
Bonding works best for smaller cosmetic flaws that don't compromise your tooth's overall structure. If there's significant decay or a fracture, a porcelain veneer or crown may be a better, more durable option — we'll always guide you toward what's right for your smile.
As with all dentistry, everyday wear and tear can eventually require replacement. Keeping up with regular exams and cleanings, and wearing a protective nightguard, can prolong the life of your bonding.
Bonding requires no special aftercare — just brush and floss as you normally would, and we'll check it at your routine visits. Composite resin can stain more easily than natural enamel, so we recommend avoiding coffee, wine, tea, and tobacco for at least 48 hours after treatment, and taking care with hard foods like ice or hard candy that could chip the bonding.
Dr. Damore will examine your bonding at routine visits to make sure it's still sealed and in one piece, and bonding is easy to repair if needed. If it's used as a filling, we'll also check that it hasn't shifted in a way that lets food particles and bacteria in.
Bonding can help you chew, bite, and speak comfortably, but it's easier to break than enamel, so take care with hard candy, ice, and similar foods. Diligent hygiene, regular cleanings, and check-ups at our office will keep your smile shining.