My front tooth grew in with a major chip in it. The entire front surface of my tooth was filled with bonding as a result this was about 11 years ago. I am not sure if the bonding didn't match or has changed color overtime. I would like to whiten my teeth and have the tooth re-bonded to match. (I was considering invisilign but right now it is simply too expensive so I am hoping this will help my teeth at least look a bit better) Should I whiten first? Or have it bonded and then whiten?
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February 9, 2018
Answer: Bonding problem should I whiten first or bleach
Many different options and cost... 1. enamelplasty adjusting incisal edges no local usually not expensive but teeth maybe slightly sensitive. 2.Orthodontics to move teeth. 3. Crowns or veneers to reshape teeth fees may run from $75.00- $1850.00 per tooth good luck and your teeth don't look that...
The small gaps you have near the biting edge of your teeth are normal. You will have a beautiful, natural smile when the braces come off. Perhaps you should consider having the edge of your front teeth contoured by a cosmetic dentist to give symmetry and flow to your new smile....
Etching roughens the tooth surface microscopically. If the bonding comes off, the tooth might have a slightly different color, but the main issue would be if tooth structure was removed in order to cover the yellow spot. If tooth was removed, then that area could be visible. I really...