Cracked, decayed, chipped or otherwise unattractive teeth can be repaired through several types of procedures, including direct bonding, dental veneers or dental crowns. Your dentist will evaluate the extent of your cosmetic and/or functional defect in order to determine the appropriate treatment plan for your tooth.
Direct Bonding for Minimal Flaws: Direct bonding may be the right choice for a minimally damaged tooth, particularly for a front tooth. While certain adults may be candidates for direct bonding, the process is the optimal restorative option for children under the age of 18. Also, your dentist may recommend a direct bonded veneer if you are including a smile makeover in your treatment plan.
Bonding for Significant Damage: Veneers may be recommended as part of a treatment for more significant adult imperfections and may be included as part of a smile makeover or cosmetic dentistry treatment plan. A porcelain veneer may serve as the material choice for bonding in a smile makeover case.
Bonding for Large Imperfections: In cases where a defect cannot be repaired adequately with a veneer or through direct bonding, your dentist may recommend a dental crown. A crown can be attached to the tooth through the bonding or cementing process.
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