Gone are the days when you had to have metal showing in your teeth. In the past decade, material improvements have enabled decayed or missing parts of teeth to be restored with tooth colored materials.

These range from composite resins to ceramic materials, and all have the sought after features of conservative treatment and a natural appearance in one's mouth. Bonding can be shade-matched to your existing teeth to provide a natural return to a tooth's previous appearance. Bonding can be used to close spaces, repair chipped or fractured teeth, or whiten teeth that don't respond to bleaching.

As with any dental material, some materials are more appropriate for different situations than others, so be sure to consult with your dentist regarding your specific needs.