Treatment
Composite Bonding
Bonding is dentistry as sculpture. We add tooth-coloured composite directly to the tooth and shape it by hand — closing gaps, rebuilding chips and refining edges, usually with no drilling at all.
The reversible way to change a smile
Because bonding adds material rather than removing it, it is the gentlest cosmetic option we offer. Nothing healthy is cut away, and in most cases it can be adjusted or removed entirely later. For many people it is the right first step.
Artistry in an afternoon
A single tooth can be corrected in under an hour; a full front-teeth makeover in one longer appointment. There are no impressions to send away and no temporaries to wear — you leave with the finished result the same day.
Honest about the trade-offs
Composite is not as hard or as stain-resistant as porcelain, and it typically needs a polish every so often and replacement after several years. We will tell you plainly when bonding is the smart choice and when porcelain will serve you better.
How the process runs
- 01Consultation
We assess whether bonding, alignment or porcelain fits your smile and your budget.
- 02Shade & design
We match shade and translucency and agree the shape with you.
- 03Sculpting
Composite is layered and cured directly onto the teeth, then shaped and polished.
- 04Polish & care
A final polish, bite check and a simple maintenance plan to keep it bright.
About composite bonding
Is bonding really reversible?
Largely, yes. Because we add composite to the surface rather than cutting the tooth, it can usually be adjusted or removed. That is a genuine advantage over veneers.
How long does composite bonding last?
Typically 4–7 years with care, after which it may need a polish or refresh. It stains more than porcelain, so we will talk you through coffee, red wine and smoking honestly.
Can I have bonding instead of veneers?
Often, yes — especially for smaller changes. We will always offer bonding where it can achieve what you want, because keeping your own tooth is the priority.
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Composite Bonding
Curious whether composite bonding is right for you?
Book a smile-design consultation and we’ll give you an honest opinion — including when something simpler would serve you better.