Because our smile is one feature that is first noticed by strangers we meet, having dental issues, like receding gums, can affect your smile and your self-esteem. Luckily, there are treatment options, like dental bonding, available at your dentist’s clinic to help fix this problem.
Dental bonding is a dental procedure that involves the application of a composite resin to repair decayed, chipped, fractured and discolored teeth. Not only will the tooth be repaired, but it will blend in naturally.
The procedure is considered as one of the cheapest and least-intrusive dental procedures available today. Although often used for cosmetic purposes, dental bonding has several functional benefits too. For example, the bonding material can be used to close tooth gaps, change the shape of the teeth, making it a cosmetic alternative to fillings.
The bonding can also be applied to the exposed areas on the tooth’s root caused by gum recession. This can help provide necessary protection to the roots and prevent cavities from forming. Even better, the bonding can also help address any sensitivity issues that may be caused by the roots being exposed because of gum recession.
Unfortunately, applying bonding at the gumline is more of a cosmetic and temporary solution than a solution to your receding gums. This is because your teeth and gums might require a deeper cleaning known as scaling and root planning.
Although very rare, it’s also possible for those with gum recession to require surgical treatment, specifically a gum graft. Also done by a periodontist, the surgical procedure involves grafting the gum tissue to cover exposed root surfaces and prevent further complications.
For more information about dental bonding, call Dr. Schneider in Mooresville, NC at 704-660-1802 or visit www.schneidersmiles.com.
Drs. Catherine and Kenneth Schneider proudly serve patients from Mooresville and all surrounding areas.