Composite Bonding Harley Street

Think of composite bonding as the dental equivalent of a skilled artist’s touch-up work. It uses mouldable dental resin to fix all sorts of imperfections in your teeth. Whether you’re dealing with chips, cracks, gaps, or discolouration, this clever treatment can sort them all out in one go.

Composite bonding is actually an umbrella term that covers several different treatments:

• Composite veneers: These go right across the front of your teeth for a complete smile makeover

• Edge bonding: Perfect for closing annoying gaps between teeth Composite fillings: The invisible way to repair cavities

• Tooth repair: Fixes chips, cracks and other damage

• Inlays and onlays: Sorts out damage on the biting surfaces of your back teeth

The process is surprisingly straightforward. You’ll start by picking the exact shade of resin that matches your teeth (or the colour you want them to be). Your dentist then carefully applies this material by hand over each tooth, leaving your original tooth completely untouched underneath. The magic happens when they cure the resin using ultraviolet light, making it rock-hard. After that, it’s all about the finishing touches: your dentist sculpts and polishes each tooth until you get that perfect, natural look.

Am I eligible for composite bonding?

Here’s the thing about composite bonding: your mouth needs to be in good nick before you can have it done. That means no gum disease, no missing teeth, and definitely no untreated cavities lurking about. If you do have any existing problems, don’t worry. We’ll need to sort these out first, though this might add to your treatment time and costs. The best way to find out where you stand is to book a consultation. This comprehensive check-up includes X-rays, photographs, a thorough examination, and a personalised treatment plan.

Why composite bonding is brilliant

Composite bonding has become hugely popular, and it’s easy to see why. This quick and affordable treatment has helped thousands of people get the smile they’ve always wanted.

Here’s what makes it so good:

1. Fixes practically everything: chips, cracks, gaps, uneven teeth, wear, and discolouration

2. Makes short teeth longer, giving you a more natural bite

3. You get complete control over the colour, size, and shape of your new teeth

4. Much cheaper than porcelain veneers

5. The fastest way to get whiter teeth, and the results last up to eight years.

6. Completely reversible because it doesn’t change your natural teeth.

7. Can even improve the look of mildly crooked or overlapping teeth 

Composite bonding process

Completed in just a few hours, the composite bonding process mixes art with science to handcraft your new smile. To start the process…

1. Submit your enquiry
   Send your composite bonding enquiry to our customer service team. We will review your information and call you back. This could be the same day or following day.

2. A quick call
   We will call you to discuss your treatment options, provide an idea of pricing and finance and to answer your questions. If you are happy to proceed, book right in.

3. Visit & oral health-check
   While visiting us you will have a thorough oral health check. This includes an oral examination, X-rays, CT scan, photographs and consultation with your dentist. They will identify any issues that could prevent your treatment from being successful. We will highlight the best treatment plan for you – even if that is or is not composite bonding.

   • Remedial work
     If issues have been discovered, you can discuss your treatment options and costs before booking in for these remedial procedures.

4. Teeth whitening
   To get the best result your composite resin is matched to the colour of your natural teeth. We recommend having your teeth whitened before proceeding to achieve a beautiful white smile. Composite can not be whitened after it is in place, but you can always top-up your teeth whitening with the extra gels provided.

5. Composite bonding procedure day
   On the day of your composite bonding procedure your appointment usually lasts between 2-3 hours.

   • You will discuss your treatment plan and specify the shape and colour of your new smile.

   • Your teeth are prepared and a bonding agent applied so that the resin bonds securely to the enamel of your teeth.

   • Your dentist will apply the Composite Bonding procedure to your teeth. Each tooth is individually sculpted to correct any flaws.

   • The sculpt is hardened using ultraviolet light.

   • Once the dental resin has hardened, your teeth are hand finished to make them appear just like natural teeth. This can involve grinding to alter the shape, and polishing to make them gleam.

   • Leave with your new smile.

6. Aftercare
   Your dentist will give you tips to help you to maintain your new smile. This can include:

   • Brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. Make sure to clean along the gum line.

   • Use floss or interdental brushes to clean between teeth. Be careful not to pick your composite off your teeth.

   • Attend regular dental check-ups to make sure your bonding is in good condition.

   • Avoid biting into anything hard.

   • Avoid foods and drink that can stain your teeth. If you do, rinse with water throughout your meal.

   • If you experience any issues contact your dentist.

No, composite bonding does not damage teeth. A standard treatment is applied over your natural teeth without modification.

In some extreme cases of malocclusion, crooked or overlapping teeth can be modified, allowing composite treatments to be successful. This typically involves filing down protruding edges so that they can effectively be covered by a composite veneer.

Is composite bonding bad for your teeth?

No, composite bonding is not bad for your teeth when applied professionally with care. In most cases this treatment does not alter your natural teeth. To further preserve the natural tooth, your dentist will ensure no bacteria can enter between your veneer and your enamel. This prevents decay. To ensure this bond remains resilient, please attend regular dental check-ups.

The cost of composite bonding depends on the scale of treatment required. All treatments require an oral health check to be done prior to the procedure. This costs £195 and includes X-rays, CT scan, photographs, an oral examination and the creation of your treatment plan.

How much is composite bonding per tooth?

Composite bonding costs £350 per tooth (+£195 for your oral health check). This allows you to easily work out a treatment cost based on the number of teeth you think require treatment. Contact us now to book your consultation.

How much do composite veneers cost?

The cost of composite veneers depends on the number of teeth requiring treatment. This is typically dictated by the number of teeth that you show when smiling. You should also consider whether you want just your upper or both upper and lower teeth treated.

As an example, our most popular composite bonding treatment covers your top 8 teeth, costing just £3960 (+£95 for your oral health check). Contact us now to book your consultation.

How much does composite bonding cost for a full mouth?

A full mouth of up to 20 teeth costs just £9900 (+£195 for your oral health check). This gives you a brand new smile on both your top and bottom 10 teeth. Contact us now to book your consultation.

How much is composite bonding on my front teeth?

The cost of composite bonding on your front teeth depends on the number of teeth requiring treatment. As mentioned above, most people opt to have composite bonding on the teeth are are visible when you smile.

Our most popular composite bonding treatment covers your top 8 teeth, costing just £3000 (+£195 for your oral health check). Contact us now to book your consultation.

If cost is an issue, consider having your top 6 teeth bonded for just £2970 (+£195 for your oral health check). Contact us now to book your consultation.

Can I get composite bonding on finance?

Discuss composite bonding on finance. We are not tied to any one lender. This means we can shop the market to find the best finance package for you.

If you have CCJs, a low credit score or other financial issues please let us know. We can perform soft-checks that do not impact your credit score and find lenders that specialise in financing treatments for people like you. Contact us now to book your consultation.

How to get cheap composite bonding

Composite bonding is a cosmetic treatment and not available from low cost providers such as the NHS. This means a private dentist is your only choice for this treatment.

To make composite bonding affordable you should have good oral hygiene and not need any treatment for gum disease, plaque, tartar, cavities or receding gums. This prevents additional charges needed to fix these issues before your treatment can proceed. You can also limit treatments to only teeth that are visible when you smile. For most people this means the top 6-8 teeth.

• Brush twice a day using a good quality fluoride toothpaste and a soft bristled toothbrush. Pay particular attention to your gums.

• Floss or use an interdental brush to clean between your teeth. Be careful not to pick-off your composite.

• Attend regular dental check-ups and hygiene appointments. This allows your dentist to find and fix issues before they become major challenges.

• Avoid food and drink that can discolour your teeth. If this is unavoidable, rinse your mouth with water throughout your meal.

• Do not bit anything hard. This can cause your composite to chip.

Foods to avoid after composite bonding

The foods to avoid after composite bonding fall into several categories. These include tomato-based sauces e.g. curry, passata, bolognaise; coloured drinks e.g. blackcurrant, red wine, cola; hard foods including chilled chocolate, nuts and boiled sweets.

In the first 48 hours

In the first 48 hours after your composite bonding treatment the bonding agent is still curing. During this period stick to soft foods such as pasta, rice, noodles and soups to preserve your smile. Avoid crusty bread and any sticky or crunchy foods such as toffee, chewing gum, peanut butter, nuts, granola.

Pro Tip: Instead of biting into foods with your composite covered front teeth, break/cut off small pieces of food before putting it into your mouth, and chew with your back teeth.

Composite bonding after 5 years

After 5 years your composite bonding will naturally become dull. Edges can be visibly worn and you may have minor chips. At this time you should consider renewing your composite bonding.

Like when you originally had your treatment, removing and replacing composite bonding is a fast and pain-free procedure. Your dentist will de-bond your composite, clean the tooth and reapply resin to your teeth, giving you a fresh new look.

No, composite bonding cannot be whitened using over the counter, at-home or online teeth whitening kits that use peroxide or bleaching agents. Similarly, teeth whitening strips, toothpaste and mouthwash will have no effect.

How to whiten composite bonding

To have your composite bonding whitened visit your dentist who will re-polish your teeth to remove surface stains. Contact us for details.

How quickly does composite bonding stain?

The speed at which your composite bonding will stain and discolour depends on your lifestyle choices. A diet filled with tomato-based sauces, cola, red wine and berries will find teeth becoming duller pretty fast.

Make good choices and take care of your composite bonding. Prevent stains and give your new smile up to 8 years of life before needing renewal.

How to whiten composite bonding at home?

Composite bonding cannot be whitened at home. There are no peroxide, bleach, natural or homeopathic treatments that can whiten composite bonding.