Fix chips, gaps, stains and reshape your teeth with our expert composite bonding. Achieve a Hollywood smile in just one visit without drilling or discomfort.
Composite bonding is an innovative cosmetic dentistry treatment that uses tooth-colored resin material to enhance your smile. This versatile procedure can repair chips, close gaps, cover stains, and reshape teeth - all in a single visit to our Bournemouth clinic.
Unlike veneers which require tooth preparation, composite bonding is minimally invasive and preserves your natural tooth structure. The results are immediate, with your new smile completed in just one appointment.
Discover why composite bonding is the preferred choice for smile transformations in Bournemouth
Complete your smile transformation in just one visit. No temporary restorations or waiting weeks for laboratory work.
Little to no tooth reduction needed. We preserve your natural tooth structure while enhancing your smile.
Achieve dramatic smile improvements at a fraction of the cost of porcelain veneers or crowns.
We color-match the composite resin to your natural teeth for seamless, undetectable results.
Unlike other cosmetic procedures, bonding can be removed or modified without damaging your natural teeth.
With proper care, composite bonding can last 5-8 years before needing minor touch-ups.
See the transformative results our composite bonding patients have achieved
Diastema closure without orthodontics
Natural-looking restoration of chipped teeth
Permanent solution for discolored teeth
Your journey to a transformed smile in just one visit
We begin with a comprehensive consultation to understand your smile goals. Using digital smile design technology, we'll show you a preview of your potential results before any treatment begins.
Minimal preparation is needed. We gently etch the tooth surface to create a ideal bonding surface. anesthesia is rarely needed as the process is completely painless.
We apply the tooth-colored composite resin in layers, carefully sculpting it to achieve your desired shape and contour. Each layer is color-matched to your natural teeth for seamless results.
A special dental light is used to harden each layer of composite material, creating a strong bond with your natural tooth structure.
Once the bonding is complete, we meticulously shape and polish the restoration to match the natural shine and texture of your surrounding teeth.
We provide detailed instructions on maintaining your new smile. With proper care, your composite bonding can last for many years before needing any touch-ups.
Read about the experiences of our composite bonding patients in Bournemouth
"My family and I love all the team at Bourne Dental. The service and care is brilliant. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend, my teeth have never looked better!"
"Went to Bourne Dental for some fillings and a scale/clean. The practice is immaculate and every member of staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. My experience was so great! I didn’t have to wait long to get an appointment and am so happy with the results. I will definitely use Bourne Dental in future for any more dental work I need, Thanks guys!"
"I had staining on my teeth that wouldn't respond to whitening. Composite bonding completely transformed my smile by covering those stubborn stains. The process was quick, comfortable, and the results exceeded my expectations. I finally have the confident smile I've always wanted!"
With proper care, composite bonding typically lasts between 5 to 8 years. The longevity depends on several factors:
The good news is that bonding can be easily touched up or repaired if needed, extending its life even further.
Yes, one of the significant advantages of composite bonding is that it's reversible. Unlike veneers or crowns that require permanent alteration of your natural teeth, bonding can be removed without damaging the underlying tooth structure.
If you decide you no longer want the bonding in the future, we can simply remove it, and your teeth will return to their original state. This makes composite bonding an excellent low-commitment option for smile enhancement.
While modern composite materials are highly stain-resistant, they can still become discolored over time, especially if frequently exposed to staining substances like coffee, tea, red wine, or tobacco.
To minimize staining:
If staining does occur, we can often polish it out during a routine dental visit.
Composite bonding and veneers both improve the appearance of teeth, but they have significant differences:
Composite Bonding | Veneers | |
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Process | Minimally invasive, little to no tooth reduction | Requires removal of some tooth enamel |
Time | Completed in one visit | Typically requires 2-3 visits |
Cost | More affordable | More expensive |
Longevity | 5-8 years | 10-15 years |
Reversibility | Fully reversible | Permanent |
During your consultation, we'll help you determine which option is best for your specific needs and goals.
Schedule your consultation with our cosmetic dentistry experts in Bournemouth
01202 772774