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Dental Bonding in Danbury, CT
Dental bonding uses tooth-colored resin to repair chips, close small gaps and smooth uneven edges. We shape and polish it right in the chair, often in a single visit, with little or no drilling.
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At a glance
Visits
Often one
Fixes
Chips, gaps, edges
Drilling
Little or none
Paying
Financing available
Chip to smooth
Built up, shaped, polished
We match the resin to your tooth, build it up in thin layers, harden each one with a light, then shape and polish it to blend in.
1 Chipped
A small piece is missing
2 Resin added
Built up in thin layers
3 Polished
Shaped to blend in
Illustration only.
Is bonding right for you?
A good fit if you have…
✓ A small chip or crack
✓ A small gap between front teeth
✓ Uneven or short edges
✓ A stained spot on one tooth
Something else may work better if…
– The damage is large. A crown may be stronger.
– You want a whole new smile. Veneers may last longer.
– Your teeth are crooked. Invisalign® may be better.
– You want whiter teeth overall. Try whitening first.
Bonding vs. veneers
Both improve how teeth look. Bonding is quicker. Veneers last longer and resist stains better.
Bonding
Veneers
Visits
Often one
Two or more
Material
Tooth-colored resin
Porcelain or composite
Stain resistance
Moderate
High with porcelain
Repairs
Easy to touch up
May need replacing
How it works
1
2
3
Shade match
We check the tooth and pick a resin shade that matches it.
Build and shape
We apply the resin in layers and harden each one with a special light.
Polish
We shape and polish it so it blends with your smile.
Good to know
Does bonding need numbing?
Often not, because bonding usually doesn't require removing enamel.
How long does bonding last?
It depends on the tooth and your habits. Bonding can be repaired or touched up.
Will bonding stain?
Resin can pick up stains from coffee, tea and tobacco over time.
“The staff are all so kind and gentle, very thorough in explaining what is going on, and helpful through payment.”
Mya Rushka · Google review
Paying for bonding
Cosmetic bonding usually isn't covered by insurance, but repairs sometimes are. Members save 10%, and financing is available.
Dental bonding questions
What can dental bonding fix?
Small chips, cracks, gaps between teeth, uneven edges and some stains.
Is bonding done in one visit?
Often, yes. Most bonding is shaped and polished in a single appointment.
Should I get bonding or veneers?
Bonding is quicker and easier to repair. Veneers last longer and resist stains. We'll help you choose.
Can I whiten bonded teeth?
Whitening doesn't change resin. If you want whiter teeth, we usually whiten first, then match the bonding.
Does insurance cover bonding?
It may if the bonding repairs damage. Cosmetic bonding usually isn't covered.
