
Direct bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure where a tooth-colored composite resin material is applied and bonded to the surface of the teeth. It is used to repair chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth, close gaps between teeth, and improve the overall appearance of the smile. If you’ve had direct bonding for your damaged teeth and desire a whiter and brighter smile, you may wonder if teeth whitening is still possible. Read on to discover how teeth whitening and direct bonding interact and whether brightening your pearly whites this way is suitable for your needs.
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