Dental Bonding in Holladay, UT

Bonding adds tooth-colored material right onto a chipped or gapped tooth and shapes it by hand, usually in a single visit in Holladay.

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A chipped front tooth has a way of catching your eye every time you pass a mirror. Bonding is the straightforward fix for it. Dr. Cannon adds a tooth-colored material to the spot, shapes it while you watch, and most people are done in one appointment.

Dr. David S. Cannon offers dental bonding services in Holladay, Utah, for patients with cracked or broken teeth. We create a tooth prosthetic out of composite resin that can match the shape and the color of your natural tooth. You should not be able to tell the difference where your natural tooth and the prosthetic begins. Call our dentist at 801-274-3889 to schedule your appointment at Pinnacle Dental today!

Dental bonding is a simple, conservative way to improve the appearance of your smile. During the bonding process, our skilled dentist and team place a composite resin material directly onto the tooth structure. Because the resin is malleable and puttylike when first applied, we can shape and sculpt it to fit your tooth and correct flaws in the tooth’s appearance. The composite resin is then hardened, trimmed and polished to provide a lasting, aesthetic restoration for your smile. Dental bonding typically requires just one visit to our welcoming dental office, and because this treatment usually necessitates little to no tooth preparation, you can rest assured that your visit will be quick and comfortable.

Our dentist may recommend dental bonding in order to close gaps and spaces between teeth, improve misshapen teeth, lighten stained or discolored teeth, or restore chipped or cracked teeth. We will use a shade of composite resin that matches the original color of your teeth for a natural-looking effect. If you would prefer, we can use a slightly lighter shade to whiten the color of your teeth.

For more information on cosmetic dental bonding and how we can help you improve your smile, we welcome you to contact us today.

Reasons people come in for this

  • You chipped a front tooth and see it in every photo
  • There is a small gap between two teeth you have never liked
  • One tooth is shaped differently than the ones beside it
  • A single spot stayed dark after you tried whitening
  • The edge of a tooth has worn down and looks short
  • You want a smaller change before considering veneers

What it does for you

  • Most bonding is done in one appointment
  • Little or none of your healthy tooth is removed
  • The material is matched to the color of your own teeth
  • It usually costs less than veneers or a crown
  • A rough chipped edge stops catching your lip and tongue
  • It can be touched up or added to down the road

About Dental Bonding

Think of bonding as sculpting rather than surgery. The material goes on soft, so Dr. Cannon can build up a chipped corner or narrow a gap by hand and hold it against the teeth on either side to compare. Nothing is set until he is happy with it, which means you get a say in the shape while it can still be changed.

  • Often finished in one visit
  • Little or no drilling needed
  • Shaded to match your teeth
  • Fixes small chips and gaps

Benefits of Dental Bonding

A small chip is easy to live with and just as easy to keep noticing. Hiding it turns into a habit before you decide to make one, a hand over the mouth or a closed-lip smile in pictures. Bonding also smooths a sharp edge, so it stops catching your lip and stops wearing down further.

What to Expect

This is one of the quieter appointments we do. You sit, Dr. Cannon works on the front of the tooth, and there is usually no needle involved. He will hand you the mirror before the material is set, and if the shape is not what you pictured, he reshapes it right then. Tell us when you book if dental visits make you anxious, because it changes how we pace the visit.

Common Questions

Will it hurt?
For most bonding, no. Dr. Cannon is working on the outer surface of the tooth, so there is often nothing to drill and nothing to numb. If the chip goes deeper or the tooth is already sensitive, he will use anesthetic, and he will tell you before he does anything rather than during.
How long does the appointment take?
Bonding one or two teeth is usually a single visit, and you can eat and drink normally afterward. The exact time depends on how many teeth are involved and how much shaping each one needs. We will give you a realistic estimate when we schedule so you can plan your day around it.
How long does bonding last?
That depends on where it is, how you bite, and habits like chewing ice or biting your nails. Composite can pick up stain over time in a way natural enamel does not, especially with coffee or tobacco. The good part is that bonding can be polished, repaired or added to without starting over.
What does it cost, and will insurance help?
It varies with the size of the repair, so we quote your specific case before we begin rather than after. We take Cigna®, MetLife, Blue Cross® Blue Shield®, Aetna®, Dental Select, Delta Dental® and Deseret Mutual, and we will check what your plan actually covers. If you do not have insurance, ask about CareCredit® or our in-office membership plan, which is $150 to join and includes discounts of 20 to 35 percent depending on the procedure.
Should I get bonding or veneers?
Bonding tends to suit smaller problems on one or two teeth and can often be done in a single visit. Veneers are custom made and usually make more sense when several front teeth need to look different than they do now. Dr. Cannon will tell you honestly which one your situation calls for, including when the answer is to leave it alone.

Terms You May Hear

Composite resin
A tooth-colored material that is soft when it is placed and hard once it is set. It comes from the same family of materials used for tooth-colored fillings.
Curing light
A small blue light held near the tooth for a few seconds to set the bonding material. It is bright, so you may be given tinted glasses to wear.
Enamel
The hard outer layer of the tooth. Bonding is added on top of it, which is why little or none of your own tooth usually has to be removed.

Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?

Call 801-274-3889 and Dr. Cannon will take a look.