Dental Bonding in Tribeca
Dental bonding in NYC for the chip, gap or uneven edge that bothers you, sculpted by hand and finished in one visit.
Dental bonding uses tooth-colored composite resin to repair and reshape teeth. Dr. Moezinia layers and sculpts it directly on the tooth, hardens it with a curing light and polishes it to match the enamel around it. There is no lab and usually no drilling or numbing. You walk out the same day with the fix in place.
Bonding is a good fit for small changes: a chipped front tooth, a gap between two teeth, a worn edge or a single dark spot. It is gentler on enamel and costs less than porcelain. It is also less stain-resistant, so it may need polishing or a touch-up over the years.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Patricia Moezinia, DDS, cosmetic and general dentist · Updated October 2026
Is this for you?
- A chipped or cracked front tooth
- A small gap you’d like closed
- One tooth that looks shorter than its neighbor
- A spot of discoloration that won’t whiten
- Wanting a quick fix before an event
Real results
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What to expect
- 01
Shade and plan
Dr. Moezinia checks the tooth, talks through the shape you want and matches the resin shade to your teeth. If you plan to whiten, do it first.
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Gentle preparation
The surface is lightly roughened and conditioned so the resin bonds well. Most bonding needs little or no tooth removal.
- 03
Sculpting
The resin is applied in layers, shaped by hand and hardened with a curing light.
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Polish and check
Dr. Moezinia polishes the tooth to a natural sheen and checks your bite. Most single-tooth bonding is done in one appointment.
Why Empower Your Smile
Bonding is handwork
Good bonding depends on the dentist’s eye. Dr. Moezinia completed NYU’s program in comprehensive aesthetic dentistry and has shaped smiles in Tribeca for more than 30 years.
Honest advice on the right material
She listens first and will tell you whether bonding, a veneer or simply whitening suits your goal best.
Insurance-friendly where it applies
When bonding repairs a broken tooth, your plan may help. We are in network with Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, Guardian, MetLife and Anthem PPO plans, and CareCredit is accepted.
Bonding vs. porcelain veneers
Bonding is done in one visit, keeps more of your natural tooth and costs less. It is ideal for small repairs. Porcelain veneers are made by a lab, resist stains better and usually last longer, which makes them a better choice for larger changes or several teeth.
Bonding often lasts several years, commonly 3 to 10, depending on bite and habits. Cost depends on how many teeth are treated and is reviewed with you before we start. Bonding that repairs damage is sometimes covered by insurance, while purely cosmetic bonding usually isn’t.
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Questions, answered
Something else on your mind? Call us at (212) 274-8338.
How long does dental bonding last?
Bonding commonly lasts several years, often 3 to 10, before it needs a touch-up or replacement. Biting nails or hard objects and heavy coffee or red wine shorten its life. Regular cleanings keep it looking fresh.
Does tooth bonding hurt?
Usually not. Most bonding needs little or no tooth removal, so numbing is often unnecessary. If a chip is deep or near the nerve, we can numb the area.
Can you fix a chipped tooth in one visit?
In most cases, yes. Small to moderate chips can be repaired with bonding in a single appointment. Larger breaks may need a crown or veneer for strength.
Does bonding stain?
Composite resin can pick up stains over time, more than porcelain does. Brushing after coffee or red wine and regular polishing at cleanings help. Bonding doesn’t whiten, so whiten before bonding if you want a lighter shade.
You may also consider
Porcelain VeneersPorcelain veneers in Tribeca, shaped by Dr. Patricia Moezinia around your face, your lips and the smile you already have.
Teeth WhiteningProfessional teeth whitening in Tribeca, in about an hour in our chair with Zoom! or at your own pace with custom trays.
Smile MakeoverA smile makeover in NYC that starts with a conversation about you, then combines only the treatments your smile actually needs.
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35A Walker Street, in the heart of Tribeca, one block south of Canal Street.
Subway: Canal St (A, C, E, N, Q, R, W, J, Z and 6) and Franklin St (1), each a few minutes on foot. Just south of SoHo, and a short walk from Hudson Square, Chinatown and City Hall.
| Mon, Tue, Thu | 8 am – 6 pm |
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| Wednesday | 9 am – 6 pm |
| Friday | 9 am – 2 pm |
| Sat – Sun | Closed |