Overview

Dental Bonding is an aesthetic procedure to repair chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth using composite resin material.

Dental bonding is crucial for improving tooth appearance, restoring function, and enhancing patient confidence with minimal tooth preparation.

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Indications

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Chipped Teeth

Minor tooth fractures

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Discolored Teeth

Stained or discolored teeth

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Gaps Between Teeth

Diastema closure

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Worn Teeth

Tooth wear restoration

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Aesthetic Concerns

Smile improvement

Contraindications

Absolute Contraindications

✗ Patient refusal

Relative Contraindications

✗ Large cavities
✗ Severe tooth damage
✗ Poor oral hygiene

📋 Equipment Checklist

Check off items as you gather them:

Pre-procedure Preparation

Preparation includes patient assessment, shade selection, minimal tooth preparation, and understanding bonding techniques.

Step-by-Step Procedure

Step 1: Shade Selection

Choose appropriate shade.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Wrong shade
  • Poor match

💡 Pro Tip:

Match natural tooth color.

Step 2: Tooth Preparation

Minimal preparation if needed.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Over-preparation
  • Inadequate prep

💡 Pro Tip:

Minimal preparation only.

Step 3: Isolation

Isolate tooth properly.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Poor isolation
  • Contamination

💡 Pro Tip:

Use rubber dam if needed.

Step 4: Bonding

Apply bonding agent.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Poor bonding
  • Incomplete coverage

💡 Pro Tip:

Follow manufacturer instructions.

Step 5: Material Placement

Place composite material.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Poor adaptation
  • Voids

💡 Pro Tip:

Use proper technique.

Step 6: Curing

Light cure material.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Incomplete curing
  • Wrong time

💡 Pro Tip:

Use adequate time.

Step 7: Finishing

Polish and adjust.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Rough surface
  • High bite

💡 Pro Tip:

Check occlusion.

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Post-procedure Care

Post-procedure care involves polishing, bite adjustment, and maintenance instructions for long-term success.

Complications & Management

Complication Incidence Signs Management Prevention
Bonding failure 3-8% Debonding Re-bonding Proper technique
Staining 5-15% Color change Replacement Good maintenance
Sensitivity 5-10% Cold sensitivity Desensitizing agents Proper technique
Fracture 2-5% Broken bonding Replacement Proper material selection

Clinical Pearls

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Always match shade with adjacent teeth.

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Use proper bonding technique.

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Cure material adequately.

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Check occlusion after bonding.

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Polish surface properly.

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Consider patient expectations.

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Provide maintenance instructions.