Aurora general and cosmetic dentists use bonding materials to help different surfaces adhere to one another. For instance, fillings are a combination of different substances bonded as a layer onto the tooth, whereas crowns are caps bonded onto the residual part of a damaged tooth by the means of a bonding agent.
Two kinds of bonding process are commonly used by Aurora dentists, but for different purposes. Bonding is generally applied to attach two surfaces as in the case of fillings or crowns so the restoration material will adhere to the tooth material, but it can be applied straight to a tooth to improve aesthetics. The extent of dental bonding varies according to the level of damage or decay being repaired. Direct bonding addresses minimal flaws and restorations, though such treatment is not advised for people under the age of eighteen.
Teeth with significant damage may require more comprehensive treatment. Problems like poorly aligned teeth, teeth with gaps in between, or decay that a conventional filling is unable to treat are situations where complete coverage treatment may be recommended. Aurora dentists typically attach dental veneers surface when faced with this sort of condition. Veneers are usually made of porcelain and are handcrafted for each individual’s mouth. Once a tooth has been prepared and the veneer placed, the patient will have a perfectly natural and durable smile.
When a tooth cannot be repaired through direct bonding it usually becomes a candidate for a dental crown. A dental crown is a covering that bonds to the rest of the natural tooth and guards it against further damage and decay.
No matter what type of bonding is required, the patient needs to be sure that their Aurora dentist is well skilled. A patient should ask their dentist beforehand about their experience in modern bonding techniques.
A tooth must first be totally isolated from the rest of the teeth by way of a “rubber dam” attached to it by means of a sturdy clamp. This system stops saliva from spoiling the seal between the bonding material and the tooth. The dentist then “etches” the tooth with phosphoric acid to achieve a rough texture that facilitates better bonding, puts resin on the tooth, and cures and shapes it as required. This approach is used for fillings as well as mending techniques, and each dentist has their own particular preference. A follow-up visit with their Aurora dentist should be planned after the bonding process to make sure that desired result has been achieved.