Do I need Composite Bonding?

Dr Stefan Abela

August 30, 2023
, 9:47 am
, Blog

Composite Bonding

At Ely Smiles we resort to composite bonding only if you have aesthetic concerns or tell us that you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth. This could be due to regular wear and tear with regular use of your teeth resulting in chips or cracks or sometimes gaps due to smaller teeth. We will always recommend orthodontic treatment so that you have the possibility to move your own teeth before resorting to composite bonding. Once the tooth movement has been completed and you still wish to modify or alter the shape of your teeth, composite bonding would then be the ideal solution to help you give you the smile you always wished for.

We have a team of specialist dental surgeons in orthodontics who can help you with the tooth movements whilst other members of our team will help you with the composite bonding.

Composite bonding is a technique using composite resin to modify or alter the shape, height, width or colour of your teeth. It is a minimally invasive technique and provides a very versatile cosmetic enhancement. This enhances any results that you have obtained from the orthodontic treatment.

If you wish to have extensive alteration to the shape or colour of your teeth, composite bonding might not be enough and other techniques such as veneers might be needed.

Composite bonding uses a composite resin and the colour is matched to your own teeth as much as possible. At Ely Smiles we use the highest quality materials available.

Orthodontic treatment moves your teeth and composite resin modifies the shape of your teeth. It is used to correct the following:

1. Close gaps between teeth

Composite bonding is an effective solution for closing small gaps between teeth when you do not wish to have orthodontic treatment and would also like to have a very quick solution. The application of the composite material once matched to your tooth colour as much as possible is carefully shaped and polished to improve the shape of your natural teeth, ensuring a seamless and durable result.

2. Disguise chips and superficial cracks

Composite bonding can be used to disguise small chips and superficial cracks that are usually found on the upper aspect of the front teeth. This allows for a very quick improvement in appearance. The treatment typically requires two visit; a consultation and the placement of the composite bonding.

3. Improve teeth shape and height

Composite bonding treatment can also be used to alter the height of teeth especially of the front ones. This will apply to you in case you have small teeth or slightly worn with use or diet.

You can easily contact us to schedule a consultation to find out how we can transform your smile. We are known to provide a personal approach tailoring treatment to your needs and provide treatment excellence. You can do so by phoning us on 01353 667 200 or emailing us on [email protected]

If it is easier, you can also Chat to us on WhatsApp with +44 7447 767756.

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Damian Reeve

2024-01-31

It's always a pleasure to see Dr Abela. Very friendly, positive energy and always with a smile. He really shows his professionalism and knowledge that gives you a lot of confidence in him and his work.

Rob Wagstaff

2024-01-10

Dr Stefan Abela was so welcoming throughout my treatment and I always felt comfortable and in good hands. Incredibly happy with the result, and would highly recommend!

kristopher killengray

2023-11-18

I have been working with Dr Abella for about 4.5 years using insivalign He has been absolutely amazing throughlut the whole process - I couldn't have asked for a better dentist I am a perfectionist so where as most people would have finished their treatment within a year or so I kept pushing for more and more refinements. Dr Abella was always happy to oblige and did so in a warm and welcoming manner Overall I am beyond happy with my experience and I would recommend him and his specialties to absolutely everyone I see! I would post a picture of my smile but I'm afraid it would cause the females reading to lose their minds - so hopefully my words to justice Thankyou sir it's been a pleasure! Kris

Natalia Gonzalez Suarez

2023-08-28

I have just finished my invisalign treatment with Dr Abela and I cannot be happier with the result. Dr Abela was very professional. He listened to my concerns, designed the treatment around it and made me feel comfortable in every visit. Thoroughly recommended.

Tony Thommes

2023-08-18

I had Invisalign treatment with Dr Stefan and was very satisfied with the process and the result. Prior to enquiring with them I had gone to another dentist who had advised I'd need to have 2 healthy teeth extracted in addition to my wisdom teeth, but Dr Stefan told me only extracting the upper wisdom teeth would be sufficient. Now that the treatment has ended I'm happy to say he was right and my teeth are now perfectly straight. Great no-nonsense service. 👍

Aingeal Bater

2022-05-30

Thrilled with my treatment outcome. It has been a pleasure to be treated by Dr Stefan, who at each of our meetings for at least a year could have declared my treatment complete if he was not so determined to get my smile as close to perfect as it could be (needless to say that this additional treatment was at no extra charge and was included within the invisalign package). I cannot recommend Ely Smiles enough.

Alice Atay

2021-07-12

Excellent Invisalign treatment from Dr Stefan. Affordable compared to other provides. No issues and felt very safe in terms of achieving my desired results.