Wellesley Hills Dental
Hanna Q. Cao, DDS
Dental Bonding
Affordable Smile Enhancement!

Dental bonding is a non-invasive and affordable solution for improving your smile.

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Dental Bonding in Wellesley

A smile you’re proud of connects you to others, helps others feel comfortable approaching you, and builds your confidence. My team and I understand the importance of a beautiful smile, and one treatment procedure I recommend for patients is dental bonding or composite veneers.

This minimally invasive and affordable treatment procedure eliminates several minor cosmetic smile flaws, making cosmetic dentistry and beautiful smiles more accessible to many patients.

What Are the Benefits of Dental Bonding?

Choosing dental bonding in Wellesley Hills offers several advantages for your smile that you might have yet to consider.
Affordability
Bonding is typically less expensive than other cosmetic dental procedures like porcelain crowns or veneers.
Tooth Structure
Since we’re adding material to your tooth, I don’t have to remove as much tooth structure for a dental bonding procedure.
Quick and Effective
We can typically complete a dental bonding procedure in one visit to our Wellesley Hills dental office.
Comfort
In some cases, we may not even need dental anesthetic for your dental bonding procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

I often recommend dental bonding as an effective and affordable way to close tooth gaps. This minimally invasive procedure can dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth with remarkable ease and precision.

What Is Dental Bonding?

Dental bonding is a cosmetic technique that uses a tooth-colored composite resin material to reshape and close small gaps between teeth. The process is surprisingly straightforward. I begin by carefully selecting a resin shade that perfectly matches your natural tooth color. Then, I lightly prepare the tooth surface to help the bonding material adhere properly.
 
The composite resin is applied directly to the tooth and skillfully sculpted to close the gap. Using specialized dental tools, I meticulously shape and smooth the material to create a natural, seamless appearance. A light is then used to cure the resin, which bonds it directly to the tooth. The entire procedure can often be completed in a single visit.

What Other Issues Can Dental Bonding Fix?

Dental bonding is an excellent option for minor cosmetic corrections. It's less invasive than veneers or crowns, typically more affordable, and requires minimal tooth alteration. Patients love that they can walk out of our dental office with an instantly improved smile.
 
However, bonding does have some limitations. The material isn't as strong as natural teeth or porcelain restorations and may need touch-ups or replacement after several years. Proper care, including good oral hygiene and avoiding habits like nail-biting, can help extend the longevity of your bonded teeth.
 
Contact my team at (781) 237-6511 for more information about dental bonding in Wellesley Hills.

What Is Dental Bonding?

Bonding uses composite resin, which I add to your tooth to cover cosmetic flaws and enhance your smile. This material is the same as that used for tooth-colored fillings, so I can customize it to match your tooth for a seamless finish.

Dental bonding can fix several types of cosmetic concerns, such as:

  • Chipped or broken teeth
  • Tooth size or shape discrepancies
  • Spaces between teeth
  • Extremely worn teeth
  • Stained or discolored teeth
  • Minor misalignment issues
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When Do I Recommend Composite Veneers?

I’ve found that dental bonding with composite veneers typically works best for teeth with minor flaws that aren’t severely decayed or damaged. If your tooth is beyond a minor repair, I may recommend a porcelain crown or veneer to cover and strengthen the tooth.  

When choosing the right cosmetic dental procedure for your smile, it’s important to consider that composite veneers with dental bonding may not be as durable or last as long as porcelain veneers or crowns. Unlike porcelain restorations, which are stain-resistant, composite veneers may be more susceptible to staining and discoloration.

The best way to determine which procedures suit your needs is to book an evaluation with me. We will work closely together to choose the right treatment for your smile, lifestyle, goals, and budget.

Contact Wellesley Hills Dental

Let’s work together to achieve your best smile!

If you’re interested in learning more about composite veneers in Wellesley Hills or other cosmetic dental treatments we offer, contact our dental office at (781) 237-6511 for more information or to book an evaluation.

Testimonial

As a bonus she's also very welcoming, pleasant, and friendly (as is the rest of her office staff).

In my several years of going to Dr. Cao I have been impressed with her state of the art professional skills, but as a bonus she's also very welcoming, pleasant, and friendly (as is the rest of her office staff). Last weekend a piece of one of my molars broke off and she was able to squeeze me in first thing Monday morning to repair it well enough to get me through the holidays. I'm scheduled to return for a more permanent fix in early January and I'm confident she'll do her usual great job.

-David
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