Composite Bonding
Transform your smile with teeth bonding in Coventry
Are you looking to enhance your smile with a non-invasive and affordable solution? Composite bonding might be the perfect option for you. This quick, drill-less technique uses a composite resin to help restore chipped, misshapen, or gappy teeth. A great alternative to more costly crowns, veneers, or braces, it offers cosmetic benefits without affecting the health of your teeth.
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What is composite bonding?
Composite bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure that involves the application of a tooth-coloured resin material to your teeth. This material is skilfully shaped and polished by our expert dentists, improving the appearance of your teeth, and creating a more harmonious, natural look. It’s a versatile technique that can address various dental imperfections.
For any light damage to your front teeth or contouring your bite surfaces on the back teeth, we can use composite bonding to rebuild teeth. Composite is a special dental resin made from a combination of plastic and glass. It can perfectly mimic tooth enamel and we can colour-match it to your tooth colour, so it looks just like your tooth.
Composite can be built directly on your tooth so there is no need to strip away a layer of enamel. Bonding requires a degree of skill to accurately build up the shape of a tooth from scratch and we have restorative dentistry experts who make it appear as if there was no damage in the first place.
Why have composite bonding?
- Unlike other types of restorative and cosmetic treatments, there is no need to remove any of the tooth to make space for the restoration.
- The treatment is quick. There is no need to take impressions or have restorations built in the lab. Everything happens in our practice.
- As we can match the composite to your tooth colour, it’s a very aesthetic treatment.
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Advantages of composite bonding
- Natural-looking results: Composite resin mimics the natural colour and translucency of your teeth, delivering aesthetically pleasing results that blend seamlessly with your smile.
- Non-invasive: Unlike some other cosmetic treatments, composite bonding doesn’t require the removal of healthy tooth structure. It’s a conservative approach that preserves your natural teeth.
- Quick and convenient: In most cases, composite bonding can be completed in a single appointment, saving you time, and reducing the need for multiple visits to the dentist.
- Versatile: Composite bonding can be used to address a wide range of dental issues, including chipped teeth, gaps, discoloration, and misshapen teeth.
- Minimal discomfort: Patients typically experience little to no discomfort during the procedure, and there’s no downtime for recovery.
- Cost-effective: Compared to other cosmetic dental treatments, composite bonding is an affordable option for improving your smile.
Disadvantages of composite bonding
- Durability: While composite bonding is durable, it may not be as long-lasting as options like porcelain veneers. Over time, the material can stain or chip, requiring maintenance or replacement.
- Staining: Composite resin is susceptible to staining from certain foods and beverages, as well as smoking. To maintain a bright, uniform smile, you may need to avoid or limit these staining agents.
- Repairable, not reversible: While composite bonding is not a permanent alteration to your teeth, removing the resin is not a reversible process. This means that maintenance or replacement may be necessary over time.
- Artistry required: Achieving the best results with composite bonding depends on the skill and artistry of your dentist. Choosing an experienced practitioner is crucial and that’s where we come in!
What is involved in composite bonding treatment?
- We first dry the tooth and prepare the surface with a special acidic gel. This creates a rough surface for the composite to properly bond to.
- We pick the shade of composite that best matches your teeth.
- We apply the composite in layers, gradually building up the shape.
- Using a blue light, we harden the resin in its desired shape.
- We then polish the composite, so it looks just like a natural tooth.
Looking after your restored tooth
Composite is invulnerable to bacteria and decay, but the natural tooth underneath isn’t. Great oral hygiene at home will keep your tooth lasting for as long as possible.
You may require maintenance on these restorations, particularly if you like to drink tea or coffee or enjoy other food and drinks that stain your teeth. This can easily be monitored at your regular check-ups.
We may not need to see you every six months, but your dentists will let you know when you need to come back for your next check-up.
