Bonding is a popular method to enhance the aesthetics of your smile. Bonding can be used to correct cracks or gaps in teeth, as a filling after a cavity has been removed, or to cover up stains or discolored teeth. Dr. McDowell has taken many advanced classes to learn about the best materials and techniques for placing these materials.
A composite resin is used on the affected tooth or teeth. It is molded and sculpted over an adhesive gel that is placed on the tooth. After the resin has been applied a blue-violet light is used to harden the resin, which is then adjusted to your bite and polished to give you a fresh, new smile.
Bonding is an obvious improvement over unsightly mercury fillings. With the advancements in dental technology, bonding usually lasts for over 5 years. It is a safe, affordable, and attractive solution for many dental problems. In fact, Dr. McDowell made the decision 5 years ago now to no longer use the mercury fillings.
