Dr. Darren Gardner, Provo Cosmetic Dentist
Many people have spaces between their teeth that they wish they could change, but think it is too expensive to fix. Often times, the best treatment and the best results for closing a space (known as a diastema) is bonding. Bonding is also the most affordable way to close a space. In most cases, it is completely reversible because the teeth don't need to be drilled down. The results are durable, long lasting, and are finished in one appointment!
In this procedure, the teeth are cleaned and roughed up with a small sandblaster and acid etch that creates a microporous surface to bond composite too. A bonding agent and composite resin are then placed on the teeth and shaped and cured with a light to harden them. Using various shades of composite, the results are very life-like and natural!
(Some individuals are not good candidates for bonding and only a dental exam and sometimes study models of your teeth can help determine if you are a good candidate)
Results from 4/18/2013