Achieve your dream smile in one appointment with cosmetic dental bonding

Dental bonding is one of several cosmetic and restorative solutions available at Del Mar Family Dentistry of Solana Beach, California. Drs. Dale Trudeau and Thomas Fitzpatrick can help you determine the right treatment.

What is bonding?

Dental bonding is a process where a plastic/resin material is bonded to the tooth to mask any imperfections. This not only makes the tooth look better but can also make it stronger in some ways. Bonding is meant to cover up minor imperfections on single teeth and can be used in smile makeovers or as an alternative to porcelain veneers. The procedure is done in just one appointment, making this a fast, easy, and affordable solution for imperfect teeth near the front of the smile.

Is bonding right for you?

An evaluation with our team is the first step in deciding if dental bonding suits you. Most patients with a healthy smile free from disease and decay are considered appropriate candidates for this and other cosmetic treatments available at our office.

What are the pros and cons of dental bonding?

Dental bonding can be compared to other treatment options, such as porcelain veneers, when patients educate themselves on improving the smile’s appearance. Below are just a few of the benefits and drawbacks of dental bonding when comparing cosmetic dentistry solutions available at our office:

Benefits:

  • It can be done in a single visit
  • Costs less than veneers
  • It doesn’t require an anesthetic

Possible drawbacks:

  • Bonding can be stained by coffee, smoking, etc. (unlike veneers)
  • It doesn’t last as long as veneers, and it can wear and chip more easily

Request more information about composite bonding as a cosmetic solution to an imperfect smile!

If you reside in the Solana Beach, CA, area and want to speak to our dentists at Del Mar Family Dentistry about the benefits of cosmetic dental bonding, call (858) 360-3102 to schedule an initial consultation and first evaluation with our dentists. We are conveniently located at 625 Valley Avenue and serve patients in Encinitas, Carmel Valley, Fairbanks Ranch, Carlsbad, Oceanside, and Rancho Santa Fe, CA.

Bonding: Before & After

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Patient before bonding.

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Smile: Before & after bonding.

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Patient after bonding.

Dr. Dale Trudeau

Dr. Dale Trudeau

Dr. Thomas Fitzpatrick

Dr. Thomas Fitzpatrick

Dr. Nikko Johnson

Dr. Nikko Johnson

Dr. Erik Balinghasay

Dr. Erik Balinghasay


Del Mar Family Dentistry is served by four experienced and talented physicians: Drs. Dale Trudeau, Thomas Fitzpatrick, Nikko Johnson, and Erik Balinghasay.

Dr. Dale Trudeau has served the community of Del Mar and Solana Beach since 1984. He is a graduate and former instructor at USC School of Dentistry and has completed many hours of advanced training in restorative, cosmetic, implant dentistry, and Invisalign. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), California Dental Association (CDA), San Diego County Dental Society (SDCDS), and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Trudeau is active in the community and volunteers at many local charities and youth organizations.

Dr. Thomas Fitzpatrick is a graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) in San Diego and Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry. He is a Research Associate at PLNU, YMCA, and Foundation for Worldwide Health, along with being a member of the ADA, CDA, Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and SDCDS. Dr. Fitzpatrick has a passion to provide sustainable dental services to underserved communities both locally and globally. In 2013 he founded Cura Coffee Company to help fund the non-profit work of Cura Smiles. This non-profit has been able to build a dental clinic in the diverse community of City Heights, San Diego to help serve the underserved in their dental needs.

Dr. Nikko Johnson is a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma and Oklahoma University College of Dentistry. After completing her dental residency, she practiced as a general dentist in Oklahoma and North Carolina before obtaining her Master of Science in Periodontology from the University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Dentistry. Among her competencies are prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal diseases and treatment modalities with advanced oral plastic surgeries. She has had the honor of providing dental care to veterans for many years.

Dr. Erik Balinghasay is a graduate of the University of California San Diego(UCSD) and University of California Los Angeles(UCLA), School of Dentistry. Upon graduating from UCLA, he pursued advanced speciality training in Endodontics, the dental specialty related to root canals, at the University of Washington in Seattle. He is a Board-Certified Endodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics.