7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Where are you located?

730 Emerson Drive Northeast, Palm Bay, FL 32907

What are your products and services?

Family Dentist General Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry Restorative Dentistry Teeth Whitening Tooth Bonding Dentures Dental Implants Porcelain Crowns Porcelain Veneers Mercury-Free Dentistry TMJ and Facial Pain Treatment

What are your amenities?

Handicap parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance with a ramp, Wheelchair accessible restroom and seating in waiting room,

Are you accepting new patients?

Yes, we are. If you are new to the practice, please call or email so we can help you get introduced to our professional staff.

What Insurance Companies are you in-network with?

We are in-network with Delta Dental PPO, Cigna PPO and Humana PPO.

Masks are not required but encouraged.

Are temperature checks required?

Temperature checks are required for staff and patients.

Do you take online appointments?

An appointment request can be made via the website

Do you provide pediatric dental care?

We care for children as young as 3 and will make referrals if needed

Do you do root canals?

Occasionally, if it is beyond our equipment scope we will refer out

Do you do tooth extractions?

Occasionally, if it is beyond our equipment scope we will refer out

Do you do oral surgery?

Occasionally, if it is beyond our equipment scope we will refer out

Dental Bonding and Veneers: Which is Right for You?

By Ultimate Smile Design | March 7, 2017 |

When facing cosmetic issues with the teeth, patients are often offered two cosmetic dentistry options: porcelain veneers or a process known as bonding. Both conceal blemishes and both are made to look exactly like a normal tooth; the differences involve the type of material used and the application process. Once a patient knows the details about each, they are better able to make an informed choice as to which one is best for them. Dental bonding and veneers each have benefits and drawbacks.

Porcelain Veneers

Veneers are small pieces of porcelain that are shaped to fit the tooth. They are color-matched or tinted to the rest of the teeth in the mouth. For a veneer to be bonded to the tooth, the surface of the tooth may have to be ground away so that the veneer fits properly. While most people like the look and feel of veneers, they don’t necessarily want to have their teeth ground or sanded down.

Bonding

Bonding uses a polymer resin that is applied to the surface of the tooth to cover imperfections. The polymer can even be used to extend the boundaries of the tooth to fill in small gaps or chips. There is no grinding or filing needed during the bonding process and the teeth are left intact. Much like veneers, the polymer used to cover the tooth is mixed with a tint to match the color of the other teeth in the mouth.

Bonding is a good option for many cosmetic dentistry treatments, including:

Repairing chipped or cracked teeth
Changing the shape of teeth
Closing space between teeth
Protecting exposed roots from receding gums

Bonding and porcelain veneers are extremely popular with people who want to improve the look of their smile by covering small imperfections. Each person will have a preference as to which technique they prefer. Talk to your dentist to find out which process will work best for you. Bonding and veneers are safe and will add years to your smile.

Ultimate Smile Design provides a range of cosmetic dentistry services, including dental bonding and veneers. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with one of our cosmetic dentists. Your healthy, beautiful smile is our ultimate goal.

Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry and tagged cosmetic dentistry, dental bonding, porcelain veneers