Dental bonding is usually completed during one office appointment. We start with an examination and teeth cleaning, if needed. After the teeth are clean, we will prepare the tooth or teeth by applying a mild etching solution, which will slightly roughen the tooth’s surface so the resin can attach with a strong bond. We may also use a conditioning gel.
The resin material will be molded to the tooth’s surface since it is soft and flexible like putty or clay. The composite resin will be colored in order to match the natural tooth color. Once the resin is molded properly, a high intensity light will be used to quickly harden it, which creates a long-lasting, durable result. This process may be completed a couple of times to apply multiple thin layers of resin.
Lastly, all new surfaces are smoothed and polished for a beautiful, flawless result. The full procedure typically takes about one hour or a little longer.
