{"id":1050,"date":"2018-06-06T10:54:34","date_gmt":"2018-06-06T16:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/?p=1050"},"modified":"2025-11-28T15:25:05","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T21:25:05","slug":"chipped-slightly-misaligned-otherwise-imperfect-tooth-needs-cosmetic-restoration-may-suggest-one-appointment-bonding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/chipped-slightly-misaligned-otherwise-imperfect-tooth-needs-cosmetic-restoration-may-suggest-one-appointment-bonding\/","title":{"rendered":"One-Appointment Bonding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Dr. Mitchell can apply liquid composite resin that\u2019s been shaded to blend with your tooth&#8217;s color in order to rebuild a pleasing shape to your tooth. After hardening the resin with a curing light, he will artistically sculpt and polish the restoration. In just one visit, you can enjoy a beautiful new smile! Cosmetic bonding can be a viable, affordable alternative to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a>, but it lasts only 5 to 10 years with proper care. Bonding will not discolor as your natural tooth enamel will, so touch-up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/professional-teeth-whitening.html\">teeth whitening<\/a> may be required to keep your natural teeth the same shade as the bonded area.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Claire-Morris-Before-After-Teeth1.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-542\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"87\" src=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Claire-Morris-Before-After-Teeth1-300x87.jpg\" alt=\"Actual Patient of Dr. Robert Mitchell, D.D.S.\" class=\"wp-image-542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Claire-Morris-Before-After-Teeth1-300x87.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Claire-Morris-Before-After-Teeth1.jpg 792w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Actual Patient of Dr. Robert Mitchell, D.D.S.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/William-Cavitt-2.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-623\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"95\" src=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/William-Cavitt-2-300x95.jpg\" alt=\"Actual Patient of Dr. Robert Mitchell, D.D.S.\" class=\"wp-image-623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/William-Cavitt-2-300x95.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/William-Cavitt-2.jpg 685w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Actual Patient of Dr. Robert Mitchell, D.D.S.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"node\">Dental bonding is an option that can be considered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list node\">\n<li>To repair decayed <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/cm\/rm-quiz-what-do-you-know-about-your-teeth\">teeth<\/a> (composite resins are used to fill cavities)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To repair chipped or cracked teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To improve the appearance of discolored teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To close spaces between teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To make teeth look longer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To change the shape of teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a cosmetic alternative to amalgam fillings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To protect a portion of the tooth&#8217;s root that has been exposed when gums recede<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A Beautiful smile is a valuable asset! Let us explain how our advanced procedures in both cosmetic and general dentistry can give you the attractive smile you\u2019ve always wanted. Call today to schedule your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">Complimentary Smile Design Consultation<\/a> and find out if Cosmetic Bonding is a great option for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Call Today for an Appointment! (972) 233-1311<br>\n5438 Alpha Rd., Dallas, Texas 75240<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Dr. Mitchell can apply liquid composite resin that\u2019s been shaded to blend with your tooth&#8217;s color in order to rebuild a pleasing shape to your tooth. After hardening the resin with a curing light, he will artistically sculpt and polish the restoration. In just one visit, you can enjoy a beautiful new smile! Cosmetic bonding can be a viable, affordable alternative to porcelain veneers, but it lasts only 5 to 10 years with proper care. 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