Services
- Intraoral Camera and Digital Xrays
- Orthodontics (Braces)
- Invisalign Clear Braces
- Lumineers/Porcelain Veneers
- Dental Implants and Anchored Dentures
- Nitrous Oxide/Sedation dentistry
- Children Dentistry
- Bleaching/ Zoom Advanced Whitening
- Bondings/Cosmetic Fillings
- Wisdom Teeth Extractions
- Bridges
- Crowns
- Bad Breath and Bleeding Gums Treatment
- Periodontal Gum treatment of Loose teeth
- Root Canal Treatment
- Tooth Reimplantation
- Tooth Transplantation
- Sleep Apnea
- CEREC
- 3D CAT Scan
- LANAP Laser Surgery
Bondings/Cosmetic Fillings
An alternative to veneers, bonding can be used as a restorative procedure for teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored, or misarranged.
How Does It Work?
The tooth is prepared for the procedure by lightly etching the surface and applying a bonding liquid. Once the liquid sets, a plastic resin is applied and sculpted into the desired shape by the dentist. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed, and polished to a natural appearance.
An actual patient at Pannu Dental Care, Fremont CA.
Considerations
The bonding procedure can often be completed in a single office visit, and can significantly improve the appearance of a tooth. However, since the plastic resin used is not as strong as your natural tooth enamel, it is more likely to stain, chip, or break than natural teeth. Bonding typically lasts three to five years before repair is needed.