Dental Bonding in Suwanee, GA
Dental bonding is a quick, affordable way to fix small flaws in your smile. Dr. Tan Bui applies a tooth-colored composite resin to repair chips, close small gaps, cover stains and reshape uneven edges, usually in a single visit with little or no drilling. At B-You! Dentistry in Suwanee, bonding is often the first step for patients who want a nicer smile without a big commitment.
New to our office? Start with our $149 new patient exam and healthy mouth cleaning and ask Dr. Bui if bonding is right for you.
What Bonding Can Fix
- Chipped or cracked front teeth
- Small gaps between teeth
- Stains that whitening cannot remove
- Teeth that look short or uneven
- Exposed root surfaces near the gums
- Small cavities with tooth-colored fillings
Bonding vs. Veneers vs. Whitening
Bonding
Fixes one or a few teeth in one visit. Little or no tooth is removed and it can be touched up later.
Veneers
Porcelain shells for a bigger, longer-lasting change across several front teeth. See veneers and crowns.
Whitening
Brightens natural teeth. Many patients whiten first so bonding can be matched to the new shade. See teeth whitening.
Your Bonding Visit, Step by Step
Step 1: Exam and shade matching. Dr. Bui checks the tooth, explains your options and picks a resin shade that matches your natural teeth.
Step 2: Tooth preparation. The surface is lightly roughened so the resin bonds firmly. Most bonding does not need numbing.
Step 3: Shaping the resin. The resin is applied in layers, shaped by hand and hardened with a curing light.
Step 4: Polish. The tooth is smoothed and polished so it blends in with the rest of your smile.
Caring for Your Bonded Teeth
Bonded resin is strong but can chip or stain over time. A few habits help it last:
- Avoid biting nails, pens or ice
- Brush twice a day and floss daily
- Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth
- Keep your cleanings and checkups every six months so we can polish and check your bonding
Chipped or Broken a Tooth Today?
Accidents happen. If you break or chip a tooth, call (470) 866-5801. We save time for same-day dental problems and can often repair a broken tooth with bonding at the same visit. Rinse with warm water, save any pieces in milk or a small bag, and bring them with you. A large break or a tooth that hurts may need a crown instead, which Dr. Bui will explain at your visit. For pain or swelling, see our emergency dentist page.
Dental Bonding FAQs: Suwanee, GA
How long does dental bonding last?
Bonding usually lasts several years before it needs a touch-up, depending on your bite and habits. Dr. Bui checks it at every cleaning.
Does bonding hurt?
Most patients feel nothing at all, since bonding often needs no drilling or numbing.
Is bonding covered by insurance?
Bonding to repair a broken tooth or cavity is often covered in part by PPO plans. Purely cosmetic bonding usually is not. We check your benefits before treatment. See insurance and financing.
The American Dental Association lists bonding as one of the common cosmetic options for chipped or discolored teeth (MouthHealthy, ADA).
Fix that chip in one visit
Book with Dr. Bui. Appointments Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m., plus early 7 a.m. visits on Fridays and Saturdays.
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