DENTAL
BONDING

Your smile is one of the very first things that people notice about you. Imperfections in your teeth (discoloration, misalignment, damage, missing teeth, etc.) can greatly impact the beauty of your smile, and send the wrong impression. At Olive Dentistry, we can restore the quality of your smile with cosmetic dentistry services.

DENTAL BONDING

Dental bonding is the application of a tooth-colored composite resin (plastic) to a tooth. Unlike veneers, which are created in a dental laboratory using impressions taken of the patient’s teeth in order to achieve a proper fit, tooth bonding can be done in one visit without the need to take impressions.

Bonding is one of the easiest and most affordable cosmetic dental procedures. It is often used to repair a decayed or fractured tooth. In addition, because it can easily be shaped and polished to match the surrounding teeth, bonding can be used for cosmetic purposes, such as to improve the appearance of a discolored or chipped tooth and to close spaces between teeth. It can also be used to make teeth look longer or to change a tooth’s shape or color. Occasionally, it is used as an alternative to amalgam fillings or to protect a portion of a tooth’s root that has become exposed due to receding gums.

PROCEDURE

Usually, no anesthesia is needed for a dental bonding procedure, unless it is being used to fill in a decayed tooth. The tooth will be prepared by being slightly etched to roughen it. It will be coated lightly with a conditioning liquid, which will help the bonding material to adhere more securely. Once it has been prepared, your dentist will apply the tooth-colored, putty-like resin to the tooth. It will be molded and smoothed into the proper shape before being hardened using an ultraviolet light or laser. After the material has hardened, your dentist will further trim and shape it as needed. It will then be polished to match the sheen of the surrounding teeth.

The procedure usually takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete. If more than one tooth is being treated, more than one visit may be needed.

TOOTH EXTRACTION

The resin used for dental bonding is susceptible to staining, so it is recommended that highly-staining foods and drinks (such as tea and coffee) be avoided for at least the first 48 hours after the procedure. The teeth should be brushed and flossed as normal and regular dental appointments should continue to be kept in order to have the teeth cleaned and examined. Bonding usually lasts several years before it needs to be replaced, but it should be noted that it is not as strong as natural teeth, so care should be taken in eating hard foods or biting down on hard substances, such as biting fingernails.

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Convenience and easy access is a frequently overlooked factor in the overall experience of patients. Located on 6015 Hillcroft St Suite 1600,Houston, TX 77081, USA, Olive Dentistryis a modern facility for all your oral health needs. Olive Dentistry offers the best quality dental services in Houston, Texas. Our professional staff works hard to keep up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in the dental community. As a result we deliver the friendliest, warmest customer service, making Olive Dentistry a comfortable and inviting place for you to feel at home while revitalizing or protecting your beautiful smile.
 
At Olive Dentistry, we strive to ensure that we spend one-on-one time with you so that you understand what procedures are recommended and what the process of each procedure will be. We want to deliver the best service in the Houston area, and we will work hard to not only meet your needs and expectations but also exceed them.
MULTILINGUAL STAFF
For your convenience, our staff speaks English, Spanish, and Arabic. We welcome patients of all backgrounds to our Olive & Palm dentistry.
DENTAL EMERGENCY

Need emergency dental care near you? No problem, we allow same-day emergency visits because we care about your dental health.

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Look no further, Olive Dentistry is the go-to place for all your dental needs. Book an appointment today with our experienced dentists.
FLEXIBLE HOURS
Our dentist is open on Saturdays to ensure clients have every opportunity to schedule an appointment with our nearby dentist in Hillcroft.

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INSURANCE ACCEPTED

We will be glad to file a predetermination for you to verify coverage of any necessary dental treatment. We accept most PPO insurances. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t have dental insurance. We have a dental membership plan that is an excellent alternative to dental insurance. Our membership plan has affordable annual fee that offers a discount on all your preventative care program.

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