Enhance your smile with the natural-looking effects of Composite Bonding in Marlow.

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About Composite Bonding in Marlow

Composite bonding is a quick way to improve your smile, often completed in just one visit without causing additional damage to the tooth's structure. It’s particularly effective for repairing minor issues such as small chips or fractures. It can also address wear caused by brushing too hard near the gums.

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Composite Bonding Process

Composite bonding, also known as edge bonding or teeth bonding, involves applying a resin that matches or enhances the tooth's colour. This allows us to change the shape, size, and colour of the teeth. If an entire tooth needs to be covered, the procedure is referred to as a veneer, which can be made from either composite material or porcelain. For a durable outcome with composite bonding, it is generally necessary to have more tooth structure than resin. When a significant amount of tooth is missing, using a crown or porcelain inlay may be more effective for long-term success.

In order to apply composite bonding, the surface of the tooth only needs to be roughened to help the resin bond, allowing the underlying tooth structure to remain intact.

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Benefits of Composite Bonding

Some benefits of composite bonding include:

• Only one visit to the dentist
• A non-invasive or less invasive procedure compared to crowns and veneers
• A more affordable alternative to crowns or veneers

While composite bonding may not be as durable as porcelain, it typically lasts for several years if good oral hygiene is maintained.