Tooth Bonding Services
in Lebanon, TN

Beautify Your Smile With Tooth Bonding in Lebanon

If you’ve been thinking about cosmetic dentistry, popular services like dental veneers or teeth whitening may come to mind. They are great solutions! However, Lebanon tooth bonding is another, lesser-known treatment that can turn your smile around quickly. Bonding offers you many benefits:

• Improved appearance by covering flaws and enhancing your smile
• More affordable treatment than veneers or crowns
• Quick results, as only one appointment is usually needed
• A natural look that matches the rest of your smile
• Treatment that is completely reversible
• Restoration of tooth structure and function

To explore your options using cosmetic bonding, call Winwood today at 615-453-8900. We’re conveniently located on Winwood Drive near its intersection with West Main Street.

Complete Your Tooth Repair in One Visit

Dental bonding involves applying a tooth-colored resin material to the surface of your teeth. This material is carefully shaped and molded to match the natural contours of your teeth, giving them a more even and appealing look. The resin is then hardened with a special light, bonding it securely to your teeth.

The bonding process involves:

• Minimal Tooth Preparation – Unlike other procedures that may involve removing a significant amount of tooth structure, teeth bonding only involves a slight roughening of the tooth surface to ensure a strong bond. This means that the procedure is generally painless and doesn’t require any anesthesia.
• Quick Results – Another big benefit of cosmetic bonding is that it’s quick. In most cases, you can complete your treatment in just one visit. You’ll walk out of our office with a transformed smile in a short amount of time.
• Effective Concealment – Bonding can be used to cover up many cosmetic concerns, including chips, cracks, gaps, and discoloration. The resin material used in bonding is matched to the color of your natural teeth, providing a seamless and natural-looking result.

Common Questions About Tooth Bonding

Is tooth bonding the same as veneers?

Tooth bonding and veneers are two different cosmetic solutions used to hide imperfections like chips and stains. While both treatments can improve the appearance of your teeth, they differ in how they are applied. With bonding, your dentist uses a tooth-colored composite material to conceal or repair flaws. This can usually be completed in a single visit. Veneers, on the other hand, are custom-made in a lab and are bonded to the front of your teeth. At least two appointments are usually needed for veneers.

How long does tooth bonding take?

Usually, tooth bonding can be done in just one visit. But depending on the extent of the damage and the treatment required, a second visit may be needed. After a thorough examination, your dentist can determine if your tooth bonding procedure can be completed in one visit or if a follow-up visit is necessary.

How long does tooth bonding last?

Your lifestyle can affect how many years cosmetic bonding lasts. Unlike veneers, bonding might discolor if you smoke or consume staining substances like coffee. Bonding is more susceptible to chips and similar issues too. Still, with appropriate care, you can anticipate dental bonding to last a few years.