Dental Bonding Or Contouring?

versussignyellowIf you have been studying up on cosmetic dentistry, particularly for the smaller esthetic concerns, you have likely become familiar with dental bonding and contouring. The good news is that learning about the benefits of these treatments will quickly show you that you can address your smile problems with ease. The bad news is that because both bonding and contouring offer similar advantages, you may find yourself a bit confused about your options (like which one to choose and when). Allow us to clarify, so you can become one step closer to attaining a more beautifully refined smile.

You Should Choose Bonding If…

You should choose this cosmetic treatment if you need additional tooth tissue to fix your esthetic problems. For instance, if you have a chip, we can replace the tissue with composite through dental bonding. If you need a quick camouflaging of a crack or blemish, choose bonding. Or, if you need to extend the length of a tooth or create the illusion that neighboring teeth touch, bonding is right for you.

You Should Choose Contouring If…

You should choose this cosmetic treatment if you need to remove a little bit of tissue to improve the way your smile looks. Think of what you can do with a nail file and your nails – by removing a minimal amount of tissue, you can create a new shape, buff away nicks, and smooth textural concerns. With contouring, you can smooth away problems (or reduce tooth length).

You Should Choose Both If…

Didn’t realize you could choose both dental bonding and contouring? It’s true – you may use these treatments together if you require additional tissue in some places and the gentle removal of tissue in others.