Introduction
As it is known that only a good smile can impress someone immediately but sometimes it becomes the reason for humiliation. It is so because while smiling, our teeth play a major role to enhance it but sometimes clumsy teeth condition leaves a negative impression on the other person. A perfect smile can help to upgrade one's character and maintain good quality. Actually, approx. 2 billion of the world's population is suffering from dental problems and visible tooth problems like chipped teeth, gaps between teeth, and stained teeth are also part of the same. These problems can be recovered using different medical treatments.
Dental Composite Bonding
It is a very effective and widely used medical treatment or procedure that is used to overcome various tooth problems. It can be used for many tooth treatments like filling the gap between teeth, chipped teeth, and changing the shape or size of tooth, to improve its appearance of the tooth. The procedure involved in Dental Composite Bonding isn't that fatal. In this process, a material is stuck to the tooth which is known as a "composite". This material is made up of soft resin and basically, it's made up of plastic and durable. It is applied to the tooth and then, the tooth is hardened with the help of a specific light which binds the material to the tooth and helps in improving one's smile.
How does it work?
This whole process is quite simple and doesn't require any high-range medical-dental equipment. Basically, it is a step-by-step procedure. It depends upon the condition of the tooth that needs to be treated. The steps of the whole process are as follows :
- Firstly, the condition of the tooth is determined.
- Then, the tooth is cleaned hygienically.
- Then, the bonding agent,i.e., phosphoric acid(H³PO⁴) is used as an adhesive on the tooth surface.
- Then, the composite is used on the tooth finally which is a soft material made of resin.
- Then, high-power blue light is used to harden the composite.
- Now, smoothing and polishing are done to provide a natural look to the tooth.
Why is "Dental composite bonding" done?
It is recommended to,
- Repair teeth that have been decayed due to a higher intake of sugary substances.
- Change the shape of the teeth.
- Enhance the quality of the teeth.
- As an alternative to the fillings of amalgam.
- Close teeth's spacing.
- Protect those portions of the tooth's root which might have been exposed while receding of the gums.
Why should we prefer "Dental composite bonding" over other treatments?
- It is a painless procedure and it can be done within a day and by a single dentist.
- This procedure is easily available as it can be done using normal equipment.
- This treatment ensures no harm to the tooth.
- It is cheaper in price and has a durability of approx. 5 years if proper care is provided to the tooth.
How to take care of bonded teeth?
As "natural is gold", in the same way, natural teeth and enamel to us are like the fresh gold made by a goldsmith. So, even after tooth bonding, proper care is necessary to avoid any future ailments related to the tooth. Some care tips & precautions are listed below :
- Avoid chewing hard things like pen caps or ice cubes.
- Avoid hard foods and candies in excess.
- Avoid drinking coffee& red wine in excess.
- Avoid smoking.
- Whitening gels can be used as they don't harm the composite resin applied to the tooth.
- Brush twice a day.
- Eat healthy food.
- Reduce intake of carbonated drinks.
How long does "Composite bonding" last?
On average, 'composite bonding' lasts for 5 years. Still, many other factors also play an important role in its long-lasting durability such as eating healthy food while avoiding oily ones, taking proper care of bonded teeth by brushing properly, applying whitening gels, avoiding intake of caffeine-related products, and many more. If these things aren't given importance, then the layer of the bonded tooth may get broken, chip off, break or get stained. Monthly check-ups would also add a plus to the quality of the tooth.
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