Basic composite bonding facts to help you take informed decision

 

In the world of cosmetic dentistry dental bonding happens to be one of the least complicated procedures. It is also a reliable way to get desired results almost instantly. Once the procedure is over there is not much after-care routine for a patient. But it is important to follow sound oral hygiene regimen religiously. 

However that is never the end of the entire episode! It is important to remember that composite resin that is used in dental bonding is not as hardy and durable as the enamel of your natural teeth. Thus the bonding material is likely to wear down in course of time. it is also prone to get badly damaged with just a single bite. In addition to that there is the risk of allergic reaction although that occurs rare. 

In order to make your bonded tooth look great over the years, skilled and experienced dentists working at the renowned Smile Clinic London have complied the following tips. Go through the tips to extend the life of your bonded tooth or teeth.

Dental bonding and the risks involved

The risks involved in dental bonding can be broadly categorised as rare and common. First let us discuss rare risks that are involved.

Rare risks in dental bonding

An allergic reaction that develops from the bonding resin is simply a rare experience. Even developing an infection from it is hardly heard of. According to dentists with years of experience in handling cases of composite bonding in London the only way an infection may trigger is when the bonding is placed over the site of a pre existing infection. In that case the infection is not really treated or cured. As s result it keeps growing under the resin. These cases are usually cured with root canal treatment or RCT. In extreme cases tooth extraction is also done.

Wear and tear is normal

Bonding on your tooth is prone to normal wear and tear. But it is important to mention that normal wear and tear usually occurs over a period of several years. But chips and other damages may occur accidentally any time. Therefore it is important to be a little cautious with your bonded tooth to save it from accidental damages. Staining is another factor that you must be aware about. The problem of staining of the composite resin can be avoided to a large extent with taking proper care of the teeth along with routine professional cleaning. 

Immediately after the procedure

There is no recovery time in dental bonding treatment. This is one of the greatest advantages the procedure offers. Right after the procedure ends you can go about to enjoy your day. It is perfectly alright to get back to your normal course of life right after the treatment. You can go out eating, enjoy your drinks, set out on a drive or can even get back to work. However some patients complain about tooth sensitivity. This problem lingers for a few days following the procedure. In that case it is better if you escape eating or drinking anything that is too warm or too cold. You should avoid every food item that causes discomfort. If the problem of tooth sensitivity is more severe then pain relief medicines that are available over the counter are you reliable option.

Many patients feel differently in the tongue and the lips right after the treatment. It may even affect the speech during the first couple of hours or so following the treatment. These effects are short-lived and get resolved automatically within some time. Thus your mouth gets adjusted to the new feel explains a dentist who provides affordable composite bonding in London.

If you care for your dental bonding it will easily last over the years. Here are a set of things you should practice to extend the life of your bonded tooth or teeth.      

Care for your bonding

·         Properly brush the teeth twice daily.

·         You can use manual or electric toothbrush for brushing. But make sure the hairs are soft.

·         Floss once a day, using string floss. It is better to avoid floss sticks.

·         Go for routine dental visits every six months.

·         If you partake in any body contact sports do not forget to wear a mouth guard. It minimises the impact on your bonded tooth to a large extent.

Mouth guards that are custom designed by dentists are more effective than those available over the counter.

Things you should avoid

When you have a bonded tooth or teeth it is better to stay away from certain kinds of foods and drinks like the following –

·         Hard and crunchy foods like certain types of nuts, pretzels, hard candy and others. These can chip the resin any moment.

·         Popular drinks like tea, coffee and red wine may stain your bonded resin.

·         Avoid all forms of tobacco consumption. Give up smoking if you are a habitual smoker to extend the life of your dental bonding material.

·         Acidic foods and drinks may erode away the composite resin material. These include citrus fruits, soda and certain types of juices.

Rinsing with a mouthwash is not a reliable alternative to brush and flossing the teeth. There is also a strong doubt that mouthwashes that are based on alcohol are related to oral cancer. As a matter of fact the composite resin bonding gets easily damaged and wears out when one uses any mouthwash containing ethanol. To cut a long story short if you want to use a mouthwash to maintain oral hygiene it is important to make sure the product is free from alcohol suggests a dentist who provides one of the best composite bonding in London.

Whitening toothpastes that contain active ingredient like activated charcoal are abrasive in nature. Do not use those whitening toothpastes on every day basis. The abrasive component will damage both the enamel of the natural teeth and the composite bonding material. If you have to use such products make sure you use it once in several weeks or months.

Smile Clinic London offers affordable prices on composite bonding all over London. For more information about the treatment please feel free to visit us. We possess the necessary expertise and experience to resolve your problem. Our track record in handling this type of cases is simply excellent.