How does Bonding work?
The surface of the tooth is made rough and somewhat porous through an etching technique that uses a weak phosphoric acid solution. After that, a composite (plastic) resin is applied to the roughened tooth surface, shaped and hardened with a special curing light. It is then further contoured and polished to create a natural look. This painless procedure usually requires only one visit.
After slight preparation, the tooth is etched with a weak phosphoric acid solution to create a more porous and rougher surface for increased bonding strength. Next, a composite (plastic) resin in placed on the tooth and shaped, contoured and hardened with a special curing light. It is then further shaped and highly polished creating a very natural appearance. The procedure usually requires only one visit and is not painful.
After slight preparation, the tooth is etched with a weak phosphoric acid solution to create a more porous and rougher surface for increased bonding strength. Next, a composite (plastic) resin in placed on the tooth and shaped, contoured and hardened with a special curing light. It is then further shaped and highly polished creating a very natural appearance. The procedure usually requires only one visit and is not painful. 03) How long will Bonding last? The bonded composite has an average life of four to eight years, and often lasts depending how and where in the mouth it is applied and how it is maintained. The area can be touched up and even re-bonded over time as necessary.
