Composite Bonding
Enhance Your Smile with Composite Bonding in Weston
At Manor Dental Practice, we understand how much your smile means to you. If you’re looking to improve chipped, uneven, or discoloured teeth without major dental work, composite bonding in Weston could be an excellent choice. This simple and effective cosmetic treatment can restore your confidence with minimal preparation and instant results – often in just one appointment.
What Is Composite Bonding?
Composite bonding, also known as dental bonding, is a cosmetic procedure where a tooth-coloured resin material is applied to the surface of your teeth to improve their shape, colour, or alignment. The resin is carefully moulded and then hardened using a special light, creating a strong, natural-looking finish that blends seamlessly with your existing teeth.
This treatment is completely non-invasive – meaning it usually doesn’t require any drilling or anaesthetic – and it’s ideal for patients wanting to enhance their smile without altering the natural tooth structure.
Benefits and Suitability
Composite bonding is a popular choice among patients in Weston for several reasons:
- Quick results – treatment is often completed in a single visit.
- Minimally invasive – no removal of healthy enamel.
- Natural appearance – the resin is colour-matched to your teeth.
- Versatile – can correct chips, gaps, uneven edges, and mild discolouration.
- Affordable alternative – compared to veneers or crowns.
It’s suitable for most adults who want to refresh their smile, particularly those with minor imperfections. During your consultation at Manor Dental Practice, your dentist will assess your teeth and advise whether composite bonding is the right option for you.
The Composite Bonding Process
- Consultation: Your dentist will discuss your goals and examine your teeth.
- Shade Matching: A resin shade is chosen to match your natural tooth colour.
- Preparation: The tooth surface is gently roughened, and a conditioning liquid is applied.
- Application: The composite resin is carefully shaped and sculpted to achieve the desired look.
- Curing: A special blue light hardens the resin in seconds.
- Polishing: The bonded area is polished to a smooth, natural finish.
The entire process typically takes around 30–60 minutes per tooth and is completely pain-free.
Aftercare and Maintenance
Composite bonding requires minimal aftercare, but to keep your smile looking great:
- Avoid staining foods and drinks (such as coffee, tea, or red wine) for 48 hours.
- Brush and floss daily as usual.
- Visit your dentist regularly for check-ups and hygiene appointments.
- Avoid biting hard objects like pens or ice.
With proper care, composite bonding can last several years before needing minor maintenance or re-polishing.
If you’d like to find out whether composite bonding in Weston is right for you, contact Manor Dental Practice today on 01225 482 484 to book your consultation.
Treatment Alternatives
If composite bonding isn’t the ideal option for your needs, your dentist may discuss:
- Porcelain veneers – for more extensive cosmetic improvements.
- Teeth whitening – to brighten discoloured teeth before bonding.
- Orthodontic treatment – for alignment issues or crowding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions.
The cost varies depending on how many teeth are treated and the amount of material used. Your dentist will provide a clear estimate during your consultation.
No – it’s a comfortable, non-invasive procedure that usually requires no anaesthetic.
With good oral hygiene, bonding can last 5–7 years before needing touch-ups.
The resin itself cannot be whitened, so it is better if whitening is done before bonding for a perfect match.
Yes – since it doesn’t damage the natural tooth, it can be adjusted or removed if needed.
Book Your Appointment
Manor Dental Practice – where healthy, confident smiles begin. Call 01225 482 484 to arrange your cosmetic consultation today.