Dental bonding uses a tooth-colored resin that is shaped and hardened right on your tooth. Think of it as sculpting: your dentist adds the material, forms it into the right shape, and polishes it until it blends in. At Genuine Care Dental in Saratoga, CA, bonding is one of the simplest ways to make a visible difference with very little change to your natural tooth.
Bonding works well for small, specific concerns. It can help with:
First, we look at the tooth and talk about what you would like to change. We choose a resin shade that matches your neighboring teeth. Next, the surface of the tooth is prepared so the resin can hold on well. We apply the resin, shape it by hand, and harden it with a special light. Finally, we trim and polish it, and check your bite so it feels comfortable. Bonding is often finished in a single visit, and we will tell you what to expect for your teeth.
Often, bonding does not involve drilling, so you may not need any numbing at all. If your tooth needs decay removed first, we numb the area. If you feel nervous, ask us about sedation options.
Bonding protects your natural tooth, because little or none of it needs to be removed. Repairs can be shaped to look like they were always there, and you often walk out the same day with a finished result. It is also easy to touch up or polish later.
Bonding is less invasive and is often done in one visit. Porcelain veneers are more durable and stain resistant, and they usually take more than one visit. We will help you choose based on what you want.
Bonding can last several years, depending on where it sits and your habits. The resin can chip if you bite hard objects, and it can stain from coffee, tea, red wine, or tobacco. Brush and floss daily, and keep your dental cleaning visits, where we can polish it. If you grind your teeth, a night guard can protect your work.
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Even a small fix should happen somewhere you can relax. We didn't want it to feel like a dental office, so we didn't build one. Warm wood, real plants, a couch you'd actually choose to sit on, and chairs picked for comfort as much as function, all so you forget where you actually are.
Dr. Rong and Mia lead our practice with an expert team that cares about doing things properly. We take the time to understand what bothers you about a tooth, then we work carefully until it is right.
Pull up an anxiety blanket, breathe in the calming aroma, and settle in with a neck pillow, lip balm, and dark sunglasses. Watch a show, top up your phone at our free chargers, and pour a cup at the coffee bar.
“Too often I see patients go into an office and they're just seen as a set of teeth with no person behind them. I want to know not only what our patients need, but also what they want, in terms of their health, their looks, and how they feel.”
– Dr. Rong, owner
“I absolutely would recommend Genuine Care, and I have already done so many times.”
– Amy, patient
“Dr. Rong was very patient. He carefully explained the treatment, so I feel very confident and comfortable.”
– Raymond, patient
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