Cosmetic

Composite Bonding

Reshape and refresh in a single visit — reversible, and kind to your enamel.

Composite bonding builds up tooth-coloured resin directly onto your teeth to repair chips, close small gaps, lengthen worn edges and refine shape. It is sculpted and polished by hand, chairside, usually with no drilling and no anaesthetic.

Because it is additive, bonding is one of the most conservative cosmetic options — nothing permanent is done to the tooth underneath. It is a superb choice for younger patients, for a first step, or for anyone who wants a meaningful change without committing to porcelain.

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From

from $350 / tooth

bonding makeover (6–10) $2,800–$4,500

Timeframe

Single visit for edge bonding; a full bonding makeover over 1–2 visits.

Usually done in one visit

Most edge-bonding cases are completed in a single appointment.

No drilling in most cases

Additive, reversible, and typically without anaesthetic.

Lower cost entry point

A fraction of the cost of veneers per tooth.

Easily repaired

Chips can be patched rather than replaced.

Is it right for you?

Who composite bonding suits

Small chips, worn or uneven edges, minor gaps, and anyone wanting a reversible, budget-friendly refresh or a stepping stone before veneers.

Unsure whether this is the best route for your smile? At a 3D Smile Design consult we assess your teeth, show you the options on screen, and give you an honest recommendation — even when that means a more conservative treatment than the one you came in for.

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FAQ

Composite bonding — your questions

How long does bonding last?

Composite typically lasts 4–8 years before it needs polishing or refreshing. It stains a little more than porcelain over time, so we recommend avoiding heavy staining right after placement and keeping up hygiene visits.

Bonding or veneers — which is right for me?

Bonding is more conservative and cheaper but less stain-resistant and shorter-lived; veneers cost more but last longer and hold colour. Our Smile Timeline Planner and the journal comparison can help, and we will give you a straight recommendation at your consult.

Does it damage the tooth?

No — bonding is additive and reversible, which is a large part of its appeal.

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