Is it possible to place composite resin over front teeth? My teeth are yellow but they are straight. I don't want to shave them down for veneers. I've also tried in-house whitening (I believe I sat 30min in the chair) but I didn't notice any difference. My dentist told me about composite resin (or bonding?) a few years ago and I'm hoping its as simple as "painting" the teeth for a whiter effect? Any info would be nice! Thanks, David.
February 5, 2014
Answer: Would composite resin over front teeth to make my yellow teeth white? Yes, direct composite bonding can certainly be done. But many times if the teeth are large, lean forward and there is not any tooth preparation the bonding will make the tooth appear "bulky" and unnatural. If the dentist make the bonding very thin, then likely that it won't significantly change the color of your teeth enough. Also, thin bonding just doesn't look real enough, as you need a minimum thickness for strength and esthetics.For a better result you might consider "minimal prep" porcelain veneers or direct composite bonding. Also understand that porcelain is much longer lasting and more color stable compared to composite resin restorations.As far as just "painting" the teeth with a very thin composite resin, like a "flowable composite", I believe you will truly be disappointed, but it can be done. Don't expect miracles if you restrict the dentist as to how to do your bonding.
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February 5, 2014
Answer: Would composite resin over front teeth to make my yellow teeth white? Yes, direct composite bonding can certainly be done. But many times if the teeth are large, lean forward and there is not any tooth preparation the bonding will make the tooth appear "bulky" and unnatural. If the dentist make the bonding very thin, then likely that it won't significantly change the color of your teeth enough. Also, thin bonding just doesn't look real enough, as you need a minimum thickness for strength and esthetics.For a better result you might consider "minimal prep" porcelain veneers or direct composite bonding. Also understand that porcelain is much longer lasting and more color stable compared to composite resin restorations.As far as just "painting" the teeth with a very thin composite resin, like a "flowable composite", I believe you will truly be disappointed, but it can be done. Don't expect miracles if you restrict the dentist as to how to do your bonding.
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February 6, 2014
Answer: When does bonding help Unless you had teeth that were angled inwards, or tucked in next to your other teeth, ANY restoration will have reduction, removal of tooth structure, Any restoration in order to last has to have .5-1 mm reduction at the minimum. You say your issues is the color, well bonding stains much faster that real teeth. Porcelain veneers never stain.So, for what hear fro you, composite may not be your best choice. May be a temporary fix , and trying out what you like to do. Good luck
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February 6, 2014
Answer: When does bonding help Unless you had teeth that were angled inwards, or tucked in next to your other teeth, ANY restoration will have reduction, removal of tooth structure, Any restoration in order to last has to have .5-1 mm reduction at the minimum. You say your issues is the color, well bonding stains much faster that real teeth. Porcelain veneers never stain.So, for what hear fro you, composite may not be your best choice. May be a temporary fix , and trying out what you like to do. Good luck
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