What are composite veneers made of?

These veneers are made from white filling material, this resin based material and is applied as a thin layer directly to the tooth.

How composite veneers are bonded to the teeth?

To bond your composite veneers, your dentist will clean the surface of your tooth to ensure that the veneer bonds securely. They will then dry your tooth to remove excess moisture, and will then apply the bonding agent (dental cement and resin). Once your tooth is ready, your dentist will apply the composite material in layers. Skilfully sculpting your tooth into shape, the dentist will remove any additional dental composite, before the final smoothing and polishing of your tooth.

Are composite veneers strong?

Composite veneers are strong and do not break easily. Composite veneers can chip for a variety of reasons, most commonly biting and chewing on hard food or grinding and clenching teeth. But even if they do break, they are usually easily repaired in one visit. This is not the case with porcelain veneers.

How long do composite veneers last?

Composite veneers last anywhere between 2-5 years.

Are composite veneers reversible?

Composite veneers are considered to be a reversible treatment option because there is no drilling involved.

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Composite Bonding London

Looking for a fast and effective way to remedy problems with your teeth? Then how about composite bonding?

Used to correct a wide range of dental problems, such as chipped or cracked teeth, discolouration and even small gaps or fractures, composite bonding (or dental bonding or cosmetic bonding treatment as it is also known) is a non-invasive way to quickly restore – and enhance – the appearance of teeth.

As a leading provider of composite bonding in London, why not get in touch with the team to find out how this innovative treatment could transform your smile?

How does composite bonding work?

Often likened to composite veneers, composite bonding works in a very similar way – by layering a special resin material onto the surface of each tooth receiving treatment.

This resin is built up and then allowed to harden under a special light before being gently sculpted into shape and polished.

The exact colour of the resin will be matched to the rest of your teeth to ensure a natural-looking smile.

Why choose composite bonding?

Composite bonding is generally used to target a small area of the natural tooth, whereas a composite veneer will cover the entire surface.

Benefits of composite bonding include:

It’s a non-invasive and pain-free treatment
It’s a reversible procedure
It can be used to fix, cover, and reshape teeth meaning numerous dental problems can be easily remedied
Resin will be colour-matched with your existing tooth to ensure a natural, balanced and beautiful new smile

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How much does composite bonding cost?

View our fees page for up-to-date pricing on our composite bonding costs in London.

We strive to keep prices as accessible as possible and are always 100% transparent about our fees.

Be sure to check out the finance deals we have available and don’t forget that composite bonding is typically only used for a small number of teeth, which helps to keep costs down and make it a more pocket-friendly way to improve your smile.

For guidance on dental composite bonding costs and how many teeth we would recommend treating with composite bonding to correct your smile, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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If you’d like to find out more about this treatment and how it could work for you, why not arrange a consultation?

You can contact us by calling 020 7971 1909 or fill out our contact form and we’ll be in touch soon.

What is the difference between composite veneers and composite teeth bonding?

In truth, not a lot!

Both are crafted from the same special resin-based, composite material. The key difference is that, with composite bonding, treatment is only applied to small, targeted areas of a tooth. Whereas a composite veneer is designed to cover the entire surface of an existing tooth (in the same way a porcelain veneer would).

Cosmetic bonding and composite veneers are also similar in terms of durability, life expectancy, and the impact on natural teeth.

How long can composite bonding treatment last?

A key factor in the longevity of tooth bonding is the calibre of the cosmetic dentist carrying out the treatment – which is why your first step with cosmetic dental procedures of any kind should be to speak to our team here at the Smile Clinic.

On average, we expect composite bonding to last anywhere between 2-5 years (similar to composite veneers) – although if you generally enjoy good dental health and maintain a thorough oral hygiene routine, they can last for much longer than this!

Your cosmetic dentist will offer advice and guidance about composite bonding aftercare during your treatment – and we are always happy to answer any additional questions you may have.

Get in touch with our experienced cosmetic dental clinic today on 020 7971 1909, or book your free e-consultation now.

Is dental bonding reversible?

Yes, composite bonding is completely reversible.

The composite resin can be applied without removing any enamel from the surface of natural teeth, meaning you’re free to have the composite material removed should you wish to.

Such is our reputation for composite bonding, London-based Harley Street Smile Clinic is the first port of call for people living in the city and across the country – so why not join them and get in touch with the team today?

Can Invisalign and composite bonding be used together?

Yes!

Dental bonding is a great way to perfect problems with a natural tooth or spacing – but if you’d like to do more to straighten out your smile, you’ll be pleased to learn that clear aligners can be used, even if some of your teeth have had composite resin applied.

To find out more about the composite bonding procedure – or to talk in more detail about the different cosmetic dental treatments we have available and how they can work together to achieve your dream smile – get in touch with the team.

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