Composite bonding in Wakefield

Why choose composite bonding?

Unlike crowns or veneers, none of your tooth needs to be removed. So, not only is it minimally invasive, it can usually be carried out in just one treatment visit to your dentist. The aim is for you to leave with teeth that can be comfortably bitten down on by the end of the appointment. However, we recommend you avoid biting anything hard for at least 48 hours.

What is the treatment process?

As with all of our treatments, the key is to start with a thorough initial consultation. This is to ensure that you understand everything that is involved with your treatment, including the options available, the costs and the full process. As long as you have a healthy mouth that can accommodate the treatment, your dentist will be able to treat you.

What is the treatment process?

As with all of our treatments, the key is to start with a thorough initial consultation. This is to ensure that you understand everything that is involved with your treatment, including the options available, the costs and the full process. As long as you have a healthy mouth that can accommodate the treatment, your dentist will be able to treat you.

Your composite bonding journey – step by step

1. Your dentist will choose a resin that best matches your natural tooth colour (often the teeth are whitened first to provide a brighter base colour for the smile, and the composite resin is then matched to the lighter colour)
2. Once this has been chosen, your tooth surfaces to be treated will need to be slightly roughened to prepare the surface for bonding
3. A smoothing liquid is then applied that helps the adhesion of the resin (bonding)
4. The composite resin will then be applied to the required area(s) and moulded into the required shape.
5. Using a blue light (similar to an ultraviolet light) the resin is hardened before undergoing a final shaping.
6. The final stage is to polish the resin until it blends seamlessly with the rest of the tooth/teeth

How long does composite bonding last?

With good care, composite bonding can last between five to seven years. Yearly repolishing and regular visits to your dentist and hygienist will help to keep it looking fresh, and help deal with any stains that may build up around the edges. At some point it will need to be removed and replaced, or at least resurfaced. Composite isn’t as strong as a natural tooth, so you’ll need to be careful when eating or chewing anything hard.

Composite bonding aftercare

Just like natural teeth, composite bonding can stain – but in a slightly different way. We recommend you avoid tea, coffee, red wine, smoking and food which may stain for 48 hours after having the procedure done (and ideally permanently adjust your intake). Whitening treatment can help minimise staining, and if your dentist identifies any signs that you grind your teeth, they might recommend you wear a mouthguard at night to protect the composite.

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If you would like to find out more about our services or to book an appointment, please call us on 01924 380680 or fill out the form below.

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