What Is Dental Bonding?
Chipped a tooth? Have a small gap that bugs you in every photo? At Bentley Dental, we offer quick, natural-looking dental bonding that repairs minor flaws in just one visit—so you can stop thinking about your teeth and start showing them off.
Subtle fixes. Bold confidence.
Dental bonding uses a tooth-colored resin material to correct minor imperfections—like chips, cracks, uneven edges, or discoloration. The material is sculpted directly onto your tooth and hardened with a special light, blending seamlessly with your natural smile.
When Is Bonding a Good Option?
Dental bonding is perfect for:
Small chips or cracks
Uneven or worn edges
Minor gaps between teeth
Discolored or stained areas
Misshaped teeth
Fast cosmetic enhancement without veneers
It’s one of the quickest and most affordable ways to improve your smile—with no drilling, no downtime, and no anesthesia needed for most cases.
Why Fort Worth Patients Choose Bentley Dental
Same-day smile upgrades—often in under an hour
Shade-matching for a flawless finish
Conservative, no-prep approach
No needles, no enamel removal
Cosmetic results at a fraction of the cost of veneers
Compassionate, judgment-free care in every visit
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Matt Bentley brings an artistic touch to every bonding case—because even the smallest details deserve expert attention.
What to Expect During the Bonding Process
1. Consultation & Planning
We examine your tooth and discuss what you want to improve. Bonding is ideal for patients looking for fast, cosmetic fixes.
2. Shade Matching
We select a resin color that perfectly matches your surrounding teeth for a seamless blend.
3. Tooth Preparation
In most cases, there’s no drilling or anesthesia required. We lightly roughen the tooth surface to help the bonding adhere.
4. Sculpting & Shaping
The resin is applied, shaped to perfection, and adjusted for a natural look and feel.
5. Hardening & Polishing
A special light hardens the material, and we polish the tooth to match your natural enamel’s shine.
How Long Does Dental Bonding Last?
With good care, bonding typically lasts 5–10 years. Avoid biting hard objects or chewing ice, and maintain regular cleanings to maximize longevity.
We’ll let you know if/when touch-ups are needed—most patients simply incorporate bonding into their routine checkups.
A Small Change Can Make a Big Difference
Most bonding procedures take less than 60 minutes—and the impact can be massive. One chip, one gap, or one misshaped edge can change the way you feel in every photo, meeting, or smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dental bonding is a cosmetic treatment where a tooth-colored resin is applied and sculpted onto your tooth surface—like chips or uneven edges—to restore your smile in just one visit.
Yes! It’s a fast, non-invasive way to repair minor chips or cracks in your teeth, using resin that’s shade-matched for a seamless finish.
Absolutely. Dental bonding can fill small gaps—known as diastemas—to give you a uniform, natural-looking smile.
With good care—avoiding hard foods or chewing ice—it typically lasts 5–10 years. Most patients also opt for touch-ups during regular checkups.
Yes. Because it preserves tooth enamel and doesn’t require removal of your natural structure, dental bonding is considered reversible.
It’s one of the most cost-effective cosmetic treatments—you can get natural-looking results in a single visit without paying for lab work or crowns.
Most cases are completed in under an hour per tooth—perfect for same-day smile restoration.
Not at all. Since little to no enamel is removed, anesthesia is usually unnecessary and the process is comfortable and quick.
It refers to the composite resin matching your enamel’s color, offering a natural-looking and durable fix for chips, gaps, or aesthetic imperfections.
Cosmetic dentistry includes treatments like dental bonding, veneers, teeth whitening, crowns, Invisalign, and more—all aimed at enhancing your smile’s appearance.
Yes. Beyond improved aesthetics, cosmetic dentistry can boost confidence, improve oral function, and positively impact both your social and professional life.
Costs vary by treatment. For example, bonding is generally more affordable than veneers or crowns. We’ll guide you through each option and help fit it into your budget.
Not typically, since cosmetic procedures are elective. However, some restorative services may be partially covered—it’s worth asking us to check for you.
Look for reviews, expertise in the services you need (like cosmetic or family dentistry), modern facilities, transparent pricing, and a comfortable patient experience.
A family dentist handles general oral health (cleanings, fillings, etc.) across all ages. A cosmetic dentist focuses on enhancing smile appearance with treatments like bonding and veneers—at Bentley Dental, we offer both for comprehensive care.