Uneven tooth edges can be surprisingly noticeable. You might have one tooth that looks a little shorter a small chip or an edge that doesn\u2019t line up quite right with the tooth next to it. It\u2019s not that the tooth is broken or damaged in any way. It just looks a little off when you catch your smile in a photo.<\/p>\n
Bonding uses a tooth-colored resin that is added directly to the tooth. It doesn\u2019t require removing a lot of enamel like treatments do. That\u2019s why I think bonding makes a lot of sense for changes around the edges of teeth.<\/p>\n
Your dentist will start by checking how your teeth fit together when you bite down. Then the surface of the tooth is gently prepared so the composite can stick properly. The material is carefully shaped around the edge until the tooth looks more even and natural.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A chip on the front edge of a tooth especially if the missing part is small.<\/p>\n
\u2022 One tooth that looks shorter than the one beside it\u2014adding a little composite can balance the look.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Minor roughness around the edge of the tooth, which might feel uncomfortable even if no one else notices.<\/p>\n
For an uneven edge the process is usually simple. There might be no drilling all depending on what needs to be fixed. Since the composite is built up on the tooth you can often see the shape coming together during the appointment. It\u2019s an comfortable experience.<\/p>\n
Bonding isn\u2019t permanent. The material can. Wear over time especially if you bite on hard things or use your front teeth to open packages. Please don\u2019t use your teeth like scissors. They don\u2019t appreciate that.<\/p>\n
With the care bonded edges can last for several years. The exact amount of time depends on the tooth. How much composite was used. The material may also stain differently over time especially if the bonding covers a front tooth. It can look different from your enamel after a while.<\/p>\n
If you’re dealing with a cosmetic issue I usually recommend bonding over more involved treatments. It keeps the tooth intact and allows the dentist to make a precise change without turning a small problem into a big one.<\/p>\n
The tooth still needs to be healthy. If the uneven edge is caused by grinding, decay, a crack or a bite issue those problems need to be treated first. Fixing the edge, with bonding won\u2019t help if the root cause isn\u2019t addressed.<\/p>\n
Visit our page on composite bonding London<\/strong><\/a> to explore treatment options, costs, and expert advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"