What is Composite Bonding?
Composite bonding is the process of using white filling material (composite) to improve the aesthetics of the tooth.
Using white filling material, we can change the shape, colour, and disguise gaps in the teeth. The process is minimally invasive, quick, and often completed in a single visit, making it a versatile and affordable option for improving your smile.
How Does Composite Bonding Work?
The resin is chosen to match the natural shade of your teeth for a seamless, natural-looking result.
Place Composite on the teeth
A putty-like composite resin, a mixture of plastic and fine glass particles, is applied to the tooth.
We sculpt and shape the resin to match your natural teeth, correcting issues like chips, cracks, and gaps.
Set and polish the Composite
A special UV light is used to harden the resin, after which we then polish the filling.
What are the Benefits of Composite Bonding?
- Fast and convenient: The entire procedure can often be completed in a single visit.
- Minimally invasive: It is a non-invasive procedure that preserves your natural teeth.
- Affordable: It is a more cost-effective option compared to other complex dental treatments like porcelain veneers
- Reversible: The process can be reversed since no permanent damage is done to the tooth structure.
Whats the difference between Composite Bonding and Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are custom-made ceramic covers that are cemented to the front surfaces of your teeth. To place them, we will gently and minimally cut the front of your tooth, take some impressions of your teeth, and make your custom smile. The veneers are often placed two weeks later. Once placed, porcelain veneers are not reversible. They’ll typically last for 10 to 20 years but this varies depending on your mouth and how well you look after them
Dental composite does not require any tooth removal and so is better for the health of the tooth. However, the composite surface is more likley to pick up stain or chip than porcelain veneers. Therefore, we advise that the composite bonding is refreshed every few years.
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