Dental bonding is a common, popular, and economical treatment option if you have unwanted gaps between your teeth, cracked teeth, chips in your teeth, decaying teeth or even if you have exposed roots caused by other dental conditions. The dental bonding is made from a composite resin material that is both strong and can be molded to look and feel just like your real teeth. It is not an appliance like a dental bridge or dental implant, but it is a substance that is applied directly to the surface of a tooth and can be shaped to restore the look and function of your teeth with ease.
Dental bonding is a common, popular, and economical treatment option if you have unwanted gaps between your teeth, cracked teeth, chips in your teeth, decaying teeth or even if you have exposed roots caused by other dental conditions. The dental bonding is made from a composite resin material that is both strong and can be molded to look and feel just like your real teeth. It is not an appliance like a dental bridge or dental implant, but it is a substance that is applied directly to the surface of a tooth and can be shaped to restore the look and function of your teeth with ease.
The entire staff at Cherrydale Family Dental prides ourselves in working with every member of the family, from infant to teenager to mom and dad to grandparents. Patience is a virtue. Every single member of our team believes this. We enjoy watching a patient grow and mature, remaining a Cherrydale patient. If you have any questions at all regarding dental bonding, simply call Cherrydale Family Dental at 703-991-4348. You can find us at 4399 Langston Boulevard, Arlington VA 22207.
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There are quite a few benefits to having bonding applied to your teeth. The most prominent benefit is that it will instantly improve the look of your teeth and smile. This will come as a great relief if you struggle with cracked or chipped teeth and
Restoring the shape of your cracked or chipped tooth means that some of the strength can be regained as well. Another benefit of bonding is that it is quick. Most dental bonding treatments can be completed in one visit with our dentists. This means y
Dental bonding is both fast and easy. Your tooth that needs to be repaired will be cleaned and dried. We will apply cleansers and adhesives to prepare the tooth to receive the bonding material.
Clean enamel allows for the bonding to attach to the tooth surface. The resin is made up of several components, including a glue-like substance that adheres the resin to the surface of the tooth. We can apply it in layers until the desired thickness is achieved. We simply sculpt and shape the materi
The compound will be colored to match your surrounding teeth, and when finished the resin is set using a special light that will harden the compound quickly and easily. Your new tooth will then be cleaned and polished, and slightly adjusted if necessary, to fit your bite and smile. The entire bondin
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Dr. Imam brings a genuine passion for family-centered care to every appointment at Cherrydale Family Dental. With advanced training in implants, cosmetic dentistry, and digital scanning technology, she combines clinical precision with a warm, unhurried approach that puts patients at ease.
Whether it is a routine cleaning, a complex restoration, or a child's first visit, her approach is the same: listen first, explain clearly, and treat gently.
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