What is adhesive restoration?

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Dental imperfections are now a passing situation that can be overcome in a short time through quick, affordable, and non-invasive techniques using adhesive restoration procedures, also known as dental bonding. Cracked, worn down, fractured, or otherwise imperfect or traumatized teeth can be restored through adhesive restoration, a technique that allows for overcoming the situation, correcting imperfections, and improving dental appearance. These treatment options have achieved significant retention and simplicity in dental restoration procedures, making them more reliable and longer-lasting.

Adhesive restoration process

Adhesive restoration process

Applying a composite resin mass, similar in color to the teeth, onto the dental surface to be restored. This procedure is one of the most requested treatments in dental services. Additionally, adhesive restoration is a compelling alternative with three very appealing characteristics: affordable, quick, and non-invasive, as it usually only requires a single visit to the dentist. In other words, it provides a prompt solution to the loss of dental tissue due to cavities, wear and tear, breaks, or other traumas. In dental bonding, the dentist applies a small amount of resin to the surface of the tooth to be restored and shapes it to the required form. Then, with the help of a polymerization lamp, the resin hardens and adheres to the dental piece. It is then polished to seal the joints between the mass and the tooth, preventing the entry of bacteria and subsequent cavities.

Advantages of Adhesive Restoration

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The adhesive restoration is an ideal solution for those who have uneven teeth, fractured teeth or stains. It is an effective and reversible alternative that improves dental appearance as well as personal image, which can also be chosen by people who cannot tolerate porcelain veneers or crowns.

In general, it is a suitable option for people who want to improve dental appearance, with short processes, affordable cost and good results.

The adhesive restoration allows the person to recover the original shape of the dental piece and to use it without discomfort to consume food and drinks.

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Adhesive Restoration After Care

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After the dental recovery process, good oral hygiene should be maintained and the consumption of tobacco or coffee, substances that can affect the appearance of the teeth, should be avoided. 

It is necessary to take into account that the hardness of the resin used in the restoration is not the same as that of the natural tooth. Therefore, chewing ice, chewing on pens or biting your nails -among other behaviors- puts the material at risk, since it could crack. Generally, the restoration lasts quite a long time, but this will depend on the person’s oral care and habits.

In order to follow up and make adjustments in a timely manner, you should visit the dentist at least twice a year, who will perform the maintenance procedures he/she deems necessary.

When is adhesive restoration recommended?

If the case for which a solution is sought is:

● A fractured, cracked or worn tooth.

● A tooth with chips or discoloration.

● An uneven or irregularly shaped tooth.

● An interdental space that is too wide.

● To cover and protect a part of the tooth root, exposed by gum recession.

Adhesive restoration is a therapeutic and esthetic alternative. Consult your dentist about this option. Recovering a smile and confidence for social relations – and a tooth in the process – is a fundamental aspect of the overall wellbeing of each person.

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