Esthetic bonding is a quick, minimally invasive way to repair and enhance your smile. During the procedure, Dr. Long applies a custom-tinted composite resin to your teeth to fix common concerns like:

• Gaps between teeth

• Chipped, cracked, or fractured teeth

• Discoloration or minor decay

• Short or uneven teeth

• Exposed roots from receding gums

Bonding is an excellent alternative to veneers, especially for patients who want a fast, cost-effective solution without removing enamel.

How Cosmetic Bonding Works
Unlike veneers, bonding is done entirely in our office and can often be completed in just one visit for one or a few teeth.

1. Preparation: Minimal prep is needed. Dr. Long will select a resin shade to match your natural teeth. Local anesthesia is only used if shaping the tooth or working near a nerve.

2. Application: The tooth surface is lightly roughened and treated with a bonding fluid. The resin is then applied, molded into shape, and hardened with a special light.

3. Finishing Touches: Once the resin is set, Dr. Long smooths and trims it for a natural look and feel.

Bonding is ideal for small cosmetic improvements, such as chips, gaps, discoloration, or minor tooth reshaping. Because these repairs are usually on front teeth, the bonding resin is less likely to be damaged by chewing forces. For more extensive damage, veneers or crowns may be a better option.

Benefits of Cosmetic Bonding

• Quick, often completed in a single visit

• Less expensive than veneers or crowns

• Minimally invasive, preserving your natural tooth enamel

• Effective for minor chips, gaps, and discoloration

Cosmetic bonding is one of the easiest ways to refresh your smile, offering natural-looking results with minimal time and effort.