Bonding & Veneering
Why Veneering? Why Bonding? What Can it Do For Me?
Bonding and veneering can whiten teeth, give teeth a nicer shape,
make them more even, and close unattractive spaces. Bonding and
veneering are “simple” procedures for the patient, but both techniques
require a high level of technical and artistic expertise on the part of
the dentist to produce an attractive, natural smile for you.
Dr. Carol Austin has the experience and the expertise.
Bonding and Veneering: Art as Well as Science
Bonding and veneering are now being used to correct many cosmetic
problems previously only treated with caps or crowns. This is a dental
breakthrough because bonding and veneering represent the most
conservative dentistry practiced today. This means both techniques
involve a minimal amount of tooth reduction, and in some cases none at
all.
What is Bonding?
Bonding
entails sculpting a durable, enamel-like composite material to the
teeth. Three
appointments are scheduled. The first is an examination and
smile design appointment. The second appointment is to sculpt the
bonding material to your teeth. The third appointment is for the final
artistry; the shaping and contouring of the teeth to create the exact
look for you. Currently bonding materials exhibit a three to seven year
life span, although some may last significantly longer. Longevity
depends on many factors; such as the original condition of the teeth,
care of the bonded teeth, mouth chemistry, life of the material used,
and the skill of the dentist. In some situations, touch ups may be
required which will prolong the life of the bonded teeth. In any case,
bonded teeth can be re-bonded.
What is Veneering?
Veneering is the latest advancement in porcelain dentistry. It is used
many times in place of crowns for a more conservative, natural appearing
smile. Four appointments are scheduled. The first is an examination and
smile design appointment. The second appointment involves preparing the
teeth, taking impressions and placing temporary veneers. The third
appointment involves placing the veneers. The fourth appointment is for
the final artistry. Porcelain veneers may last from seven to twenty
years. Again, longevity depends on many factors and veneered teeth can
be re-veneered.
What is Best For Me, Bonding or Veneering?
Both choices give excellent results. To determine which treatment
option is best for you, call for an appointment. See Dr. Austin’s “
before and after album” of people just like you who have chosen to
improve their smiles. You can have a whiter, brighter, more natural
smile.