Composite bonding is a modern and minimally-invasive way
to restore teeth that have sustained chips, cracks or stains.
When does Bond Dental recommend Composite Bonding?
Your dentist at Bond Dental may recommend composite bonding treatment if you have individual teeth that are discoloured, or if there are existing cracks or chips. Whilst we also offer veneers for these type of defects, composite bonding may be preferable if you’re looking for the most minimally-invasive solution to fixing your tooth.
Good candidates for composite bonding are those who have healthy teeth, where the majority of the enamel coating is intact. The tooth or teeth in question must also have healthy roots.
Composite bonding usually takes only one appointment; no follow-ups appointments are required post-treatment. In most cases, we can perform your treatment in as little as 30 minutes to an hour per tooth. Once your treatment has been performed, there is no recovery time and you can get back to your normal routine right away.
Good candidates for composite bonding are those who have healthy teeth, where the majority of the enamel coating is intact. The tooth or teeth in question must also have healthy roots.
You do not need to do anything to prepare yourself for composite bonding treatment. Simply come in for your appointment, and leave with your restored tooth or teeth.
If you’re someone who grinds their teeth, you should alert your dentist, as they may recommend wearing a protective mouth guard during the night time, which will help protect your bonded tooth.
If you are unhappy with the current shade of your teeth, you may wish to have your teeth whitened prior to composite bonding treatment.
Teeth whitening treatment does not whiten the composite.
Hence it is recommended to do a whitening treatment first, after which the composite can be matched to your newly whitened teeth.
Once your mouth and the affected tooth have been examined, preparations can begin. Your tooth is lightly roughened and the bonding primers and resins are applied. Once the right shade has been selected for your smile, the composite material can then be gradually applied and molded into shape. A high intensity light is then used to harden the composite.
There are no major risks involved with composite bonding, which is another reason why it’s considered to be minimally invasive.
Something to be aware of is that the composite resin isn’t as strong as your natural tooth matter, so there is the possibility of your tooth chipping if it were to sustain trauma, such as a knock.
The composite bonding procedure should not cause you any discomfort, and you are extremely unlikely to experience any unusual symptoms after treatment. Anaestheitc is rarely used during composite bonding treatment; it is only necessary if the bonding is being used to fill a decayed tooth. Today, anaesthetic is extremely straightforward for dentists to perform and therefore it is very unlikely to cause you any discomfort.
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Composite Bonding is a modern and minimally-invasive way to restore teeth that have sustained chips, cracks or stains. It’s also possible to close small gaps with composite bonding treatment. The process involves adding very fine layers of composite to an affected tooth, and shaping it in place. The composite material is matched to your exact tooth shade, so the result will look completely authentic.
A tooth that has been composite bonded can usually last in the region of 5-7 years, on average. The longevity of the results will depend on factors such as how well you care for your teeth and the type of food and drink you consume. Tooth-staining food will result in your tooth becoming discoloured in the long term, whilst neglecting to brush and floss routinely is also likely to cause tooth decay.
A good dental hygiene routine and a sensible diet will underpin the condition of your bonded tooth. Staying clear of tooth-staining food and drink will also ensure your tooth does not begin to discolour. We strongly recommend avoiding biting down on any foreign objects (such as pens or ice) as these commonly cause bonded teeth to chip and crack.
To get started on your composite bonding journey with us at Bond Dental, simply contact our reception team, who can book you in for an appointment. Once your tooth or teeth have been examined, your dentist will be able to begin planning how to tailor treatment to your unique case.
We recommend contacting our reception team, who can book you in for a consultation appointment. One of our experienced dentists will be able to let you know what to expect and whether you’re suitable for treatment. Our team welcome any questions you have during this appointment.
