Dental Bonding

Dental Bonding services offered in San Antonio, Helotes and Shavano Park, TX

Dental bonding makes it easy to repair enamel damage or change the shape and color of a tooth. At Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces, with five offices in San Antonio and Helotes, Texas, the team of general and family dentists uses dental bonding to repair chips, cracks, pitting, and more. Call the nearest Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces office to schedule a dental bonding consultation, or request your appointment online today.

Dental Bonding Q&A

How are dental bonding and fillings different?

Dental bonding and fillings both repair damaged tooth enamel, but they take a different approach:

Dental bonding

Bonding is a cosmetic procedure that improves the appearance of one or more teeth. It uses composite tooth-colored resin to cover up minor imperfections or to change the shape, size, and color of a tooth.

Fillings

Fillings are a type of restorative dentistry. They repair enamel damage caused by decay (cavities).

Who can benefit from dental bonding?

The Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces team uses dental bonding to:

Conceal chips and cracks in the teeth
Camouflage tooth discoloration
Make teeth look longer
Change the shape of teeth

Sometimes, the team uses bonding to fill small gaps between the teeth or to cover up ‘black triangles’ caused by gum recession.

How do I prepare for dental bonding?

Before recommending dental bonding, your Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces provider completes an oral exam and orders digital X-rays. You need to have healthy teeth to receive dental bonding, so if you have cavities, your dentist treats those first. Once your mouth heals, you can move forward with bonding treatment.

What does dental bonding involve?

At Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces, dental bonding is a quick procedure that takes 30-60 minutes.

First, your dentist uses a shade guide to find a color of composite resin that matches your tooth enamel. Then, they numb your mouth with a local anesthetic and roughen the surface of your tooth, so it accepts the resin material.

Your dentist applies the putty-like resin to your affected tooth and uses special tools to mold and shape it. Then, they point a curing light at the resin, causing it to dry and harden.

Once the resin dries, your dentist trims off any excess material and polishes your tooth, giving it a natural shine.

Is dental bonding painful?

Dental bonding is safe and typically well-tolerated. Treatment doesn’t involve contact with any of the nerves in your mouth, and your dentist administers a local anesthetic beforehand.

Some people experience increased tooth sensitivity after a bonding procedure. Any discomfort should improve within a week or so, but feel free to take an over-the-counter pain medication for relief.

Call the nearest Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces office to schedule a dental bonding appointment, or request your visit online today.

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Happy Patient Reviews

I went here for a root canal yesterday scared out of my mind but Dr Smith and his assistant were beyond amazing! I highly recommend you see Adam Smith for any dental issues you won’t regret it.

Chelsey V.

Dr. Smith is absolutely fantastic. All the staff is amazing and very helpful. Customer satisfaction is the best I've received at any dentist. The procedures are essentially painless and the equipment and tools are advanced and updated. Big thank you to Sandra and Derek who are very knowledgeable, professional, and great to work with. The office is near and clean with a little theater for everyone and an arcade machine for entertainment. Would not recommend any other dentist. Thank you again Dr. Smith!

Mohsin S.

First time there with my 4 children. Loved their hospitality always made us feel welcomed and answered all of my questions patiently. My children hate dental visits and this was the first smooth visit we've ever had at the dentist.. Dr. Melendez was great and so was the entire staff at the Mission clinic on Roosevelt.

Veronica S.

Been coming here since they opened this location and I can honestly say..I'm comfortable I have had all my kids come here..love the way they work with you I have not had problems. The crew is incredible as well as the Dentist..too bad they changed the crew but we just went recently to get braces on my daughter ...we were in and out was fast and the 2 girls who helped us were very friendly...and were on point with everything we asked them..plus the girl who help prep my daughter with her braces was very nice and really knew what she was doing hands on kind of person..which I loved..I hope she gets noticed for her hard work ..she made everything look easy..I cant wait to go see her when I'm ready to put my braces on..I would recommend anyone to go to this inviting Dentistry....May I say I'm a very picky mom so trust me when I say ...its a 5 star

Jennifer R.

Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff always welcoming and makes you feel comfortable. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to sit and watch a movie or to play with the arcade games. Like how they explain and go over everything that will be done.

Cindy F.

Really nice workers. They know what they are doing. Girls on the front very polite and friendly. Dr. Rice knows what's she is doing. I really recommend this dentist office.

Nancy A.

Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff Always Make All My 5 Kids Feel comfortable whether it’s for cleaning or dental work and Orthodontics. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to either sit and watch a movie or TV or Arcade games. And there’s also refreshments like water or coffee or tea to Brew in a Keurig machine I enjoy a cup of coffee when I sit and wait.

Naomi G.

I love this place !!!! I’ve been bringing my daughter here for about 8 or 9 years and I’ve always had a great experience. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. You won’t regret it!

Savannah C.

They have a great friendly staff, Ashley is very attentive. Both my daughter and I come here for our dental needs. They make her feel comfortable and safe. I've had my wisdom teeth pulled and fillings done here. They make sure you don't feel any pain.

Brian M.

Great service such an awesome staff. I love the environment. I love how the staff makes mydaughter feel so comfortable. I will definitely come back!

Laura V.

My daughter just had dental work with Dr. Smith and assisting him was Juliet and Karla. Dr.Smith was great and so were Karla and Juliet very friendly my daughter did not feel anything awesome dental work and customer service and front office staff were very friendly and sufficient a great experience. I have been bringing my kids here for about 4 years.Bring your kids to this dental office located on Ingram.

Gina R.

I have switched dentists for my son a couple of times. I think we are sticking to this place, the staff is always friendly and very helpful. The dentist are thorough and patient. Great set up in the lobby.

Herlinda V.

My daughter and I believe we chose the right place for her braces. The employees are always so nice and helpful. I recommend smile structure on Ingram. Staff is professional with a smile aways on there faces.

Letty T.

My first visit & I loved how they were very patient & took there time to get my daughter to get comfortable since she gets very nervous she loved ot as well & can't wait to come back thanks to the staff!!!!! I would really recommend this place.

Jessica G.

Everyone was great! Sandra in billing is very informative of our options and took care of our needs during my sons procedure.

Leticia P.

Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces

✆ Phone Number: 210-572-2394