Little advance preparation is needed for dental bonding. Anaesthesia may not necessary unless the bonding is being used to fill a decayed tooth. Dr. Liang will use a shade guide to select a composite resin color that will closely match the colour of your tooth.

Next, the surface of the tooth will be lightly roughened with an etching liquid to help the bonding material adhere to the tooth. The tooth-coloured, putty-like resin is then applied, molded and smoothed to the desired shape. An ultraviolet light is then used to harden the material, after which, Dr. Liang will further trim and shape, polish, and smooth the restoration to match the rest of the tooth surface.

Bonding is best suited for small cosmetic changes, for temporary correction of cosmetic defects, protection of root surfaces and replacement of old amalgams Consult with Dr. Liang about the best cosmetic approach for your particular problem.