Composite resin is the tooth-coloured filling material that is most often used by dentists nowadays. Composite bonding involves applying composite resin to your natural teeth in order to improve their appearance.

• Composite bonding can be used in cases where there are minor aesthetic issues. It can be a great option to improve the appearance of small gaps between teeth, chipped teeth and discrepancies in the size/ shape of your teeth.
• Composite bonding can be a more budget- friendly option than other cosmetic treatments like braces, crowns and veneers.
• It is generally a minimally invasive procedure with limited removal of healthy tooth structure.
• However, composite is a weaker material compared to the ceramics which are used for crowns and veneers and it can chip or stain over time. Regular maintenance is required.
• Composite bonding is not suitable in every case and our dentists will be able to advise you on alternative treatments options if you are not a suitable candidate.

• First, a check up is required with the dentist to make sure you are a suitable candidate for composite bonding. At this visit, we may take a scan or impression of your teeth to make a digital mock-up of what the end product will look like. This can even be placed directly in your mouth with a temporary material to ‘test drive’ your new smile before committing.
• Depending on the case, we may need to remove a minimal amount of tooth structure to make space for the composite. Once this is done the composite is moulded and bonded to your teeth. It is then polished to re-create natural tooth anatomy. You will then be shown your new smile and given the opportunity to make any adjustments you would like.