Bonding Treatments London

Composite Bonding in London

Dulwich Dental Office is a pioneer in cosmetic bonding, known to be one of the leading clinics for Cosmetic bonding in London. We have undertaken thousands of cosmetic bonding cases over the last 20 years, transformed thousands of smiles, making us one of the most trusted clinics for cosmetic bonding in London.

Composite bonding is a non-invasive dental repair technique that enables the restoration and reconstruction of teeth by bonding a tooth-coloured restoration that matches the shade of your natural teeth to the front surface of the affected teeth.

Composite bonding London is an excellent option for addressing issues such as misalignment, small gaps, and contour irregularities in a simple and non-invasive manner. It can be utilised as a standalone treatment or as part of a comprehensive process, such as orthodontic care, to achieve a beautiful smile.

The Science Behind Composite Bonding in London

A healthy smile does not depend solely on the teeth. Its components also involve the gums and lips, which are considered the smile frame.

The ideal smile involves:

• Well-aligned teeth with a colour matching the skin colour
• Smile symmetry where both sides of your smile should be identical
• If any restorations exist in your front teeth, they may be undifferentiated from the surrounding tooth structure
• The upper teeth overlap the lower teeth at a normal level
• Healthy gums
• The smile line created by the upper and lower lips. The lower lip should be curved upward, showing only the upper front teeth. The upper lip should be elevated to show about 80% of the upper teeth without showing the gums around the upper teeth.
• Absence of backspaces between teeth.

Composite bonding is a cosmetic dental specialty requiring a deep understanding of your teeth’ colour layers, form, and dimensions. Sometimes composite dental bonding is performed after teeth whitening or dental orthodontic treatment to improve the alignment and coloration of teeth.

Composite bonding can complete your smile by directly applying a composite filling material over the front surface of your teeth. At Dulwich Dental Office, London’s premier dental destination for cosmetic solutions, we carefully combine all the data to plan your composite bonding to appear as naturally as possible.

Planning of Composite Bonding in London at Dulwich Dental Office

Composite bonding is a relatively simple treatment that doesn’t require any prep work of the tooth or the opposing teeth. Consequently, you’ll get great results with no damage to your natural teeth, and it is becoming one of the most popular aesthetic dental treatments today. Composite bonding is a simple procedure that is designed to improve your smile, and in turn, your self-confidence. Use our booking system, or call us to arrange your consultation today.

In the beginning, we must investigate your suitability for the procedure. We will work with you to evaluate the teeth’ shape, colour, and arrangement. Additionally, the gum contour and overall gingival health are examined as any existing gum inflammation may affect the final result of your composite bonding. For example, swollen gums may affect the treatment plan as the proper extension of the composite bonding cannot be determined until the gums are in their normal size and position. Also, any active carious lesions must be addressed first.

The following step involves treatment planning. Usually, composite bonding requires no or minimal tooth preparation. Using advanced software, we can design your new smile before proceeding to determine the most suitable composite shade and the amount and places where the composite material will be added. This step gives you the advantage of having a pre-glance of how your smile will look and adding your comments if any.

The final step is the application of composite bonding. The teeth included in the treatment plan are isolated using a rubber dam to avoid contamination that may affect the composite bonding durability. The teeth surface is treated by using:

• Acid etching: This includes the application of a powerful acid on your tooth surface to create micro-irregularities to increase the composite bonding strength. This step may also be performed using air abrasion where the irregularities are formed using a high stream of abrasive particles using air.
• Bonding: This involves applying a thin layer of bonding material to hold the attachment between the composite material and the tooth surface.

Once surface preparation is completed, the pre-selected composite shade is applied in increments and hardened using a special blue light. Then the composite surface is finished and polished using special tools to offer a natural-looking appearance.

Advantages of Composite Bonding in London

1. Composite bonding is a highly conservative procedure where minimal or no tooth reduction is needed.
2. Composite bonding is a comfortable procedure that does not require anesthesia.
3. Composite bonding accepts repair and can be easily adjusted to maintain its function without needing complete replacement.
4. Composite bonding offers an affordable solution for a complete smile makeover.
5. Composite bonding can help restore multiple esthetic defects, such as cracks, chipping, discoloration, and shape adjustments simply and affordably.

At Dulwich Dental Office in London, we’ve successfully treated thousands of satisfied patients, from single teeth to complete smile designs. We are accredited by the British Dental Association, Care Quality Commission, and General Dental, and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Caring for Your Composite Bonding

Composite material is not as durable as ceramic material, this is why it may last for about 5-10 years before they need complete replacement. Meanwhile, you may follow these tips to increase the durability of your composite bonding:

• Maintaining good oral hygiene is the main prerequisite to boost the durability of your composite bonding. Brush your teeth at least twice and floss once daily.
• Avoid staining food and beverages, such as tea, coffee, blueberries, and red wine. If you consume any staining material, rinse your mouth afterward to decrease the chances of staining.
• Quit smoking
• Avoid applying excessive forces on your composite bonding. Avoid using teeth as a tool, wear a nightguard if you are a bruxer, and wear a mouthguard if you play contact sports.
• Schedule regular check-ups with our dental experts to maintain your composite bonding.

Alternatives to Composite Bonding in London

If composite bonding isn’t the appropriate treatment for your case, several cosmetic options might be available. Treatments exist that may be considered more invasive and expensive, such as:

1. Dental veneers: These are porcelain shells attached to the teeth’ front surface. They offer a highly esthetic, durable, and naturally looking smile, yet have a comparable cost to composite bonding
2. Dental crowns: It involves full coverage for your tooth. Used to reinforce weakened teeth or solve stubborn discoloured teeth. They require the removal of a significant amount of tooth structure to create a space for the crown to be seated.
3. Invisalign: an innovative discreet teeth alignment method that uses a set of clear aligners to solve teeth malalignment in a fast, efficient, and painless way.