Cosmetic Dentistry & Orthodontics

Composite Bonding

The application of tooth-colored composite resin to the edges or surfaces of the teeth to improve their shape and color. This is for patients seeking a conservative, minimally invasive fix for chipped, gapped, or slightly worn teeth.

Technologies

Without intervention

Chips and gaps remain. Edges can wear further and become harder to restore neatly.

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Composite Bonding
Duration
1-2 hours
Recovery
None
Longevity
3-7 years depending on bite and habits
Anesthesia
None in most cases

Methodology

Appointment Structure

  1. Step 1. Shade and isolation

    Colour is selected and the tooth is kept dry for bonding.

  2. Step 2. Layering

    Resin is added, shaped, and cured in thin layers.

  3. Step 3. Finish

    The surface is polished and the bite is checked.

Outcomes

Clinical cases

Photographic documentation of completed treatment plans

  • After: Composite bonding to close small gaps
    BeforeAfter

    Male, 30s · One visit

    Composite bonding to close small gaps

    Bonding on four upper front teeth at Richmond Studio. No enamel was removed. Dr Marcus Vance.

  • After: Home whitening before bonding
    BeforeAfter

    Male, 20s · Two weeks of trays, then bonding

    Home whitening before bonding

    Supervised whitening at Richmond, followed by composite bonding on two chipped incisors. Dr Julian Chen planned the shade; bonding was completed at Richmond.

The team

Specialists

Clinicians who perform Composite Bonding.

Guidance

Questions

Is enamel drilled away?

Often no. Preparation is minimal unless old bonding is being replaced.

Can bonding replace veneers?

For small changes, yes. For a full smile redesign, porcelain is more stable.

Related

Related treatments

Alternatives and pairings often considered alongside this care.