Dental bonding is a fantastic way to improve your smile’s look and even strengthen a damaged tooth, such as one dealing with a chip or crack.

If you’re about to get dental bonding in Billerica, check out these tips on how you can care for it and make your results last longer:

1. Avoid Hard, Chewy, and Sticky Foods

Dental bonding is strong enough to allow you to eat without constantly worrying that it will damage your teeth and fall with every bite. Still, if you routinely eat certain types of foods, you may reduce lifespan significantly.

This is the case with hard and chewy foods, which will require a lot more pressure from your teeth to break them down. Sticky foods can also have the same effect, but they usually get stuck to the dental bonding easily, which could stain it.

2. Be Mindful of Staining Foods and Drinks

Dental bonding is not as stain-resistant as other types of cosmetic treatments, such as veneers. As a result, you’ll need to be more careful with certain treatments, like coffee, tea, or even blueberries.

Regarding beverages, you can drink them through a straw to minimize the risk of staining. Food-wise, consider brushing your teeth after every meal or cleansing the mouth with tap water.‍

3. Don't Bite Your Nails

Nail biting not only ruins your nails; it can also place continuous pressure on your dental bonding, which could lead to damage sooner than expected.

This is especially the case if you have dental bonding on your front teeth, where the material is even more vulnerable to damage.‍

4. Don't Chew on Hard Objects

Similar to biting nails, chewing on objects like pens can also damage your dental bonding. Try to be more aware of these habits and replace them with more tooth-friendly ones.

5. Wear a Mouthguard

If you grind your teeth at night or play sports, a custom mouthguard can help protect your natural teeth from damage and keep the dental bonding intact longer.

6. Brush and Floss Your Teeth Daily

Good oral hygiene can help you keep your results looking great for longer, and it can reduce your risk for cavities and gum disease, which can also damage dental bonding.

7. Don't Be Rough with Your Teeth

Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste when cleaning your teeth, and don’t apply too much pressure. This goes both for your teeth with dental bonding and your natural teeth.

These types of products and aggressive brushing can damage your natural enamel, leading to more dental trouble down the line.

Interested in Dental Bonding? We Can Help!

Get your teeth bonded at North Billerica Smiles to finally achieve that perfect look you’ve always wanted every time you smile.

You can request an appointment online or call us at (978) 262-0023 if you have more questions.