What is Composite bonding?

Composite bonding is a cosmetic procedure where we use tooth coloured material to enhance the shape of your teeth. We can use composite to close spaces, fix chips, restore length, and improve your smile. Composite is the same material used for a white filling

What are composite veneers?

Composite veneers use the same materials, but cover the whole surface of your tooth. Composite veneers allow us to make bigger changes to your smile and tooth shape, and we can further enhance the colour of your teeth. Veneers can come in a range of colours and your veneers can be as natural looking as you like

What is composite edge bonding?

Composite can be added to the edge 1/3 of your teeth to enhance the shape of your teeth and give a more refined looked. This is also known as partial coverage bonding and is an excellent way to improve the appearance of your smile if you are overall happy with your teeth but wish to have small enhancements

How long does bonding last?

We use the latest techniques to ensure the best lifespan from your bonding. We advise you may consider a replacement or refurbishment every 5-7 years for best aesthetics. We also advise that annually you reattend for a re-polish to get the best look for your veneers.

Do my teeth have to be straight for composite bonding?

We can correct very minor overlaps with composite bonding. If there are more pronounced overlaps, we would advise aligning the teeth to ensure you get the best result possible.

How does it work?

After a consultation for treatment planning, composite bonding is done over 1 or 2 appointments. The first appointment is to place the bonding and the second appointment is for adjustments and final polishing.

Do I need to whiten my teeth first?

We recommend that you whiten your teeth prior to any bonding to ensure you get the best result. Composite veneers are thin and whitening your teeth will reduce the amount of any darker shade tooth shining through your veneers.

Is it safe?

Composite bonding is a safe procedure as we do not prepare the teeth for placement. Occasionally, we may advise some adjustment to the teeth – however this is rare, minimal, and not done without prior consent.

How many teeth do I need to get treated with composite bonding?

This depends on your goals with your smile. We want you to get the best result with the least amount of treatment, so at your consultation appointment we can plan this out together.