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Three Factors to Consider Before You Have a Tooth or Multiple Teeth Bonded
When the term “bonding” is used in dentistry, it can be used to describe several repair or restoration options for your teeth that utilize a tooth-colored composite resin material. The term bonding comes from the fact that it physically bonds to the natural tooth structure. Bonding can be used to repair teeth that have had decay removed or are cracked or chipped. Patients in the San Jose, California area can reach out to Natalie K. Provenzano DDS, Inc, for their bonding needs. Bonding can also be used for cosmetic purposes to correct discoloration, misshapen teeth, etc.
Whatever the reason you reach out to Dr. Provenzano and Dr. Ram for a bonding treatment, here are some factors you should consider.
Color
The composite bonding material is tooth-colored and comes in various shades to match the color of your natural teeth. One of the most important things for patients seeking a bonding treatment is having the bonding material match. A factor that is sometimes not considered is a patient’s desire to have a future whitening treatment. Bonding material does not respond to whitening treatments like a natural tooth. Because of this, if you want your teeth whitened, it is recommended that you do so before you have your tooth/teeth bonded.
Shape
With composite bonding, Dr. Provenzano and Dr. Ram will be able to shape the bonding material to match your tooth’s natural shape so that nobody will ever know the tooth has been bonded. Some patients do not like the natural shape of their teeth. If you want to alter your tooth’s shape, you can communicate this desire to your dentist before the bonding procedure, and the bonding material can be shaped to match your cosmetic desire!
Bruxism (Clenching/Grinding)
Another factor you should consider before having a tooth bonded is how much you clench or grind your teeth. Bonding material can break or chip under too much pressure, so treating possible bruxism should be considered before having a tooth bonded.
If you are interested in learning more about dental bonding, please contact Dr. Natalie K. Provenzano and her associate, Dr. Saumya Ram, today by calling (408) 226-2542.
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Dr. Natalie Provenzano
Dr. Or Simel
Dr. Natalie Provenzano is a renowned dentist in San Jose, California. With associate, Oral Surgeon Dr. Or Simel, they provide exceptional general, cosmetic, and restorative dental services to patients of all ages.
Dr. Provenzano has been practicing dentistry since 2002 when she graduated from the University of Southern California Dental School in the class’ top 10. She served on the school’s ethics committee and was a member of the Oral Sedation Team and the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. After graduating, Dr. Provenzano was the recipient of the American Association of Women Dentist’s “Female Dentist of the Year” Award.
Also a graduate of Loyola Marymount University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Biology, Dr. Provenzano was an active member of Ignatians Service Organization and Delta Gamma Fraternity, with the distinction of being chosen for Order of Omega and Delta Sigma Nu Honor Societies.