A smile often gives the first impression and it can be difficult to confidently smile with chipped or discolored teeth. iSmile by Dr. Sonia Olivares understands the importance of a perfect smile. We offer a selection of cosmetic procedures to enhance smiles and deliver confidence. Dental Bonding is a simple, quick, and inexpensive cosmetic dental procedure in which a dentist bonds tooth-colored resin to the natural substance of teeth, enamel, and dentin. Dentists use dental bonding to: Change the shape of teeth Close spaces between teeth Improve the appearance of discolored teeth Make teeth appear longer Protect a portion of the tooth's root that has been exposed by receding gums Repair chipped or cracked teeth Repair decayed teeth (composite resins are used to fill cavities) Replace amalgam (such as silver) fillings with a cosmetic alternative Types of Dental Bonding Adhesive Bonding: Uses an etchant, a type of acid or corrosive chemical, an adhesive, and a curing light to att
Veneers are a modern aesthetic treatment used to obtain beautiful smiles, perfect for patients with stained, chipped, or gapped teeth. Before deciding on the procedure, it’s important to understand proper dental veneer maintenance. Two Main Types of Dental Veneers Composite or Porcelain: The best veneer material depends on individual goals and budgets. Composite Veneers Generally placed on the tooth in one appointment. More affordable than porcelain veneers. 4 to 8-year lifespan. Require more maintenance as they are prone to chipping. Once the tooth has been reshaped for the veneer, the dentist bonds and shapes the composite material to best match teeth. A special light is used to harden the material and the veneer is smoothed to resemble a natural tooth. Popular for restoring the strength and appearance of teeth that may be: Porcelain Veneers Popular for restoring the strength and appearance of teeth that may be: Chipped, Cracked, or Broken Discolored Gapped Poorly Shaped Worn 7 T