Aesthetic fillings is the least invasive and fastest procedure for achieving a perfect smile! It is one of the most affordable ways to restore teeth, where damaged dental tissues and their natural shape are restored, thereby improving the aesthetic appearance of the teeth.
What is aesthetic dental bonding?
Aesthetic bonding is the most commonly used minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry procedure. During the process, the dentist restores missing or damaged tooth tissues directly in the mouth. This procedure allows for the restoration of worn, chipped, discolored, or decayed teeth. During aesthetic bonding, teeth are given a more beautiful shape, the dental arch is straightened, and excessive gaps between teeth are closed.
How is aesthetic dental bonding performed?
Consultation
Before starting the aesthetic bonding procedure, a consultation is necessary. During this visit, the patient expresses their wishes and expectations. The doctor carefully examines all teeth, evaluates the bite, and recommends the most suitable treatment methods. The consultation also determines the complexity of the procedure, the number of teeth to be restored, the size of the damage, the duration of the upcoming bonding, and the cost.
Aesthetic restoration of molars
During the restoration of molars, all lost or worn anatomical structures of the teeth—cusps and grooves—are restored, and the lost height of the tooth crown is recovered. This protects the teeth from wear, prevents the loss of vertical dimension, and avoids a decrease in chewing efficiency, as correct dental anatomy is important not only for beauty but also for maintaining chewing function.
Aesthetic restoration of front teeth
High-quality composites are used, allowing the anatomy of the front teeth to be restored layer by layer, both functionally and aesthetically. This allows for the replication of not only the ideal shape created by nature but also transparency, opacity, opalescence, and fluorescence, ensuring that the front tooth restorations look as natural as possible.
When is aesthetic bonding recommended?
Aesthetic bonding is recommended if:
- Teeth are damaged by decay, discolored, worn, irregularly erupted, or cracked.
- Teeth are affected by caries, and standard filling will not ensure a good result.
- You want to replace old, darkened fillings and ensure a better aesthetic appearance.
- Teeth have changed color or spots have appeared on them.
- Teeth are worn, crumbled, or chipped.
- You want to close a gap between teeth (diastema).
- You want to restore teeth after trauma.
- You want to change the shape or length of the teeth.
- You want to protect molars from bite collapse.
When is aesthetic bonding not recommended?
Aesthetic bonding is not recommended if:
- When restoring endodontically treated teeth with significant crown damage, it is recommended to choose micro-prosthetics with metal-free ceramic veneers or crowns.
- In cases of significant bite pathology, orthodontic dental treatment (straightening with aligners or braces) is recommended.
- In cases of teeth grinding (bruxism), a night guard may be recommended.
Advantages and disadvantages of aesthetic bonding
Advantages:
- Aesthetic and natural appearance.
- No dental laboratory is required; usually, one visit is enough.
- Strengthens the damaged tooth.
- Preserves more healthy tooth tissue than prosthetics.
- An alternative to orthodontic treatment or prosthetics.
- A chipped restoration can be easily and quickly adjusted.
- Suitable for children and teenagers.
- Affordable price.
Disadvantages:
- Bonding materials wear out faster than natural teeth.
- Bonding materials accumulate more plaque than natural teeth or ceramic restorations.
- Over time, bonding materials may develop pigmentation, marginal leakage, or delamination.
Recommendations after aesthetic bonding
To maintain the aesthetic beauty of bonded teeth, it is essential to care for them properly and follow the dentist’s recommendations:
- Avoid staining products: For 12 hours after the procedure, avoid tea, coffee, red wine, beets, curry spices, etc.
- Follow-up exam: A follow-up exam is recommended after two weeks.
- Dental care: Brush your teeth twice a day with a soft brush, use dental floss and/or interdental brushes. Choose a toothpaste with fluoride.
- Mouthwash: Choose an alcohol-free mouthwash.
- Protective guards: If prescribed by the dentist, use protective night guards.
- Avoid hard products: Do not damage the bonding by chewing on hard products.
- Sensitivity: If teeth are sensitive, use a special dental cream.
- Professional oral hygiene: Perform a professional oral hygiene procedure and polishing of aesthetic bonding 1-2 times a year.
More about the procedure
Aesthetic bonding is the restoration of a tooth’s anatomical shape or the change of a tooth’s color using bonding material. This meticulous procedure maximizes the preservation of natural tooth tissues, precisely replicating natural tooth anatomy. The procedure can restore chipped, worn, or decayed teeth, adjust the shape of teeth, remove gaps between them, and replace old fillings.
Procedure steps:
- Consultation: The patient’s dental condition is evaluated, and the future tooth shape and shade are discussed.
- Anesthesia: The procedure is performed under local anesthesia.
- Preparation: Damaged, decayed, and discolored tissues, as well as old fillings, are removed.
- Bonding: The tooth shape is gradually restored using composite materials.
- Polishing: The tooth surface is polished to be smooth and look as natural as possible.
Aesthetic bonding:
- Anesthesia method: Local anesthesia is usually applied.
- Duration: 1–5 hours.
- Number of procedures: 1-3
- Follow-up visit: 2 weeks after the procedure;
Aesthetic fillings is a reliable and effective way to restore beauty and functionality to your smile. Our clinic’s professionals will ensure that your teeth look and feel great!
