Aesthetic Dentistry Expert - the dark side of composite bonding

With a rise in demand for composite bonding, this month Manrina Rhode discusses the complications every patient needs to be aware of.
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[@stephenh6479]

So far i have heard warnings about composite bonding, veneers, snap on veneers, implants, dentures... seems as though the only answer is to not have any issues with your teeth. 😂

[@T.R.Y.1313]

All boils down to research and thorough research. Multiple consultations, and always request to see before and after photos of previous patients.

[@T.R.Y.1313]

Some of these dentist act like a lot of people just have 50 grand to drop on porcelain veneers. Sometimes people do what they need to do to feel better about who they are. Irritating.

[@jemmaworch]

Plus, not everyone wants their teeth shaved! My enamel is worn off and I rather have composite bonding to begin with to protect my teeth until I have to get veneers.

[@VassilasGeorge]

As a dentist I don’t recommend doing things on healthy teeth ! But if you want aesthetic things that’s what you get! The dentist doesn’t come too you to sell you are going to the dentist and you ask for everything to look like Hollywood and want it cheap! Well if you want it cheap that’s what u get! PS I’m here because a patient of mine wants bonding veneers changed! I hate this Trent if you ask me! With all types of make my smile perfect! Go to a damn orthodontist! Spend time ! Do something right ! Stop wanting the fast track in life it only causes trouble! And trust me I don’t want that money! Because I know it comes with having this patient for his whole life complaining about this decision he made and having this stress in my life which I don’t need ! Love you all treat ur teeth with respect!hehe

[@jemmaworch]

@@VassilasGeorge why don't you inform your patients and if you feel strongly about something refuse to do it

[@VassilasGeorge]

@@jemmaworch I haven’t accepted any yet! This one I did because I will repair something already done! As for now I will never accept shaving healthy teeth! But if I’m economically desperate I will have to reconsider! Mind that I’m not a dentist in USA of England that most of not all of them make big bucks! I’m in Greece But I was taught never destroy healthy teeth for aesthetics! You do it only when a patients psychology gets greatly damaged from his teeth and never smiles for example! Look where I’m from it’s illegal to advertise ur dental practice! And almost everyone does it! Ethically our profession is not doing that great! Unfortunately dentists and doctors put their pocket over a patients health! Look at what plastic surgeons do! So I get it trust me !

[@T.R.Y.1313]

And! Composite bonding could very well last you up to 10 years or even more depending on how well you maintain your dental hygiene and follow up cleanings/polishing.

[@basilcanary7678]

Thank you for this fantastic presentation. Not many dentists point out the many pitfalls of composite bonding. The information you impart is a godsend, as we can make up our mind whether to proceed or not.

[@cyinkus]

This lets us make an informed decision. Huge thanks for your honesty and God-made teeth for the win!!!

[@abethebabe3835]

This is good advice. I have some gaps and think bonding is the best for me. Braves won’t work as I don’t have enough teeth for my mouth. Also I’m 46 so I terms of how many times they might need to be replaced and the cost is less of an issue compared to say if I was 21. I only need 6 of my top teeth done.

[@marwieemimi4046]

Thank you, very informative. This is exactly what I was looking for ❤

[@xena130963]

Same!

[@T.R.Y.1313]

Most people comprehend that it won’t last forever.

[@xxxyiiiiibom]

That is demand and supply, supplying happiness, confidence to patients . Everything has up & down sides. Our shoes & bags wear as well over time, aint nobody sign consent for buying anything.

[@LeanderEve]

Is there a difference between the composite used for cavity fillings and the one used for aesthetic changes? Because I have two cavity fillings with composite and I have had them for almost 10 years. I'm having biyearly check-ups (like it is recommended in my country for dentist appointments) and they are in a pretty good condition. My dentist back then mentioned hat 10 to 15 years is a normal. I always thought the material used for composite bonding is the same...

[@graphicempire5189]

Did you find any answer?

[@zedone8253]

They’re talking shit. Bonding doesn’t look fake compared to veneers.

[@clairebearie87]

Assume patients are NOT being informed of risks. I never have ad this discussion with any dentist ever. This should be happening!

[@SharonMccarthy-cm9ud]

Great advice 💯..

[@user-du9tx5tt3p]

Does she talking about composit filling for tooth with cavetiy or she is talking about composit venners?

[@steveenczi8967]

I want to get my gap covered any ideas?

[@jenn-jenn]

braces. dont choose bonding

[@anitastrxnge18]

@@jenn-jenn can retainers alone close the gap? i just have a small gap between my front teeth that i want fine

[@steveenczi8967]

@@jenn-jenn I know my teeth have no cavities it’s the periodontal gum diseases we can’t beat it I’ve tried deep cleans now currently seeing dentis every 4 months

[@Blondehottie321]

Braces don't always close gaps. They can also create gaps too.

[@jenn-jenn]

@@Blondehottie321 that's true

[@Dallycat]

Just got my teeth bonding done for about 6 tooth’s ,my dentist never mentioned anything about complications ! I’m not sure what I should do now .After 5 years what should I do ? 😢😂

[@gbuitendyk]

Get them done again

[@gabrielsiberianrifleman7358]

Just have them removed already

[@FlorianVB]

😂 just like when is being said they may chip, I mean doesn’t any freaking replacement typa teeth has a chance of chipping at some point 😂😛

[@rasheenturpin]

She Is talking from the UK. They're not known for dental hygiene nor proper alignment.

[@danacamp5437]

Obviously she has a point. But she's saying all this from a mouth full of perfect teeth. Depending on your situation, composite veneers at least allow a person to smile without embarrassment.

[@tombender1234]

Let's be honest here, composite is the IK-A particle board of dentistry.

[@brodiethegoaty849]

Lmfao that's fair.

[@sandradenise2283]

IK-A????

[@SomeoneWhoCares-jm7lj]

Hey doctor start charging patients $100 for one porcelain veneer. You will have a lot of patient. Oh wait! Right you don’t care about people you can about money only that’s why you charge $1500-$2000 per one porcelain veneers

[@Sofia-dg8zq]

I just got this done and i hate it. Im worried about getting them removed. I just want my natural teeth back

[@thespacesbetweenstudio3346]

why? do they look fake?

[@johnmarkgordonTV]

Why do you hate them?

[@alexisscott5782]

Same . Let me know if you have any luck

[@DannyRangerUK]

Please reply, can’t drop a bomb like that and leave us all in the dark lol

[@alexandreiteon6941]

So much incompetence in one person.

[@maevebrennan3316]

how depressing

[@jordanjones3094]

Do you have anything good to say? Honestly just feels like you’re scaremongering people you spoke about 0 positives that this may have on someone and just reeled off a lot of negatives of what COULD happen

[@jenn-jenn]

biggest regret of my life

[@gacucha7623]

What happened?

[@gabrielsiberianrifleman7358]

Composite epoxy contains Bpa ,toxic and dangerous to human health ,im getting mine removed soon ,best bet is full ceramic or metatllic(gold,platinum,etc..)

[@gacucha7623]

@@gabrielsiberianrifleman7358 Thank You for Your answer Also, can You please tell me the results of the removal? Like if that damaged your teeth? I will be very grateful How to treat tooth decay without composite?

[@gabrielsiberianrifleman7358]

@@gacucha7623 if my dentist is carefull the teeth will be unharmed ,just with a hole in the middle ,barely into the second layer ,but if your cavities aren t too bad ,i whole hearthedly recommend Dr.Berg ,Mandell ,Dr. Josh Axe on treating cavities naturally at home ,don t make the same mistake i did with the epoxy cheap fillings ,its a mistake i myself won t ever again make !

[@gabrielsiberianrifleman7358]

Take care ,im here for any other questions