Composite Bonding Hammersmith
Are you looking to improve minor imperfections in your smile?
Consider composite bonding in Hammersmith.
Composite bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure designed to improve the aesthetics of the teeth and restore a beautiful smile.
It is commonly used to reshape individual teeth, close very small gaps, and repair chipped teeth.
How is composite bonding applied?
Composite bonding in Hammersmith and the wider area is achieved using a dental-safe composite resin and UV light to cure and bond the material to the teeth.
The resinous material chosen for composite bonding is matched to the colour, translucency, and consistency of the patient’s natural teeth and is then skilfully moulded by hand to the desired shape before being set with a UV light.
Why choose composite bonding in Hammersmith?
Although application methods can change depending on the surgery you visit, cosmetic bonding is achieved in a single appointment and can last for around 5-7 years if cared for correctly.
Patients often opt for cosmetic bonding because it can transform their smile without the need for more invasive procedures, like veneers or dental implants.
The resin blends in with your natural teeth to create an unnoticeable correction that can look completely natural – people won’t even notice you have had a cosmetic dentistry procedure!
To learn more about our practice and treatments available at our dentist in Hammersmith, including cosmetic bonding, reach out today – call us on 020 7602 5089 or fill in the contact form at the bottom of this page and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can with more information.
Composite Bonding Hammersmith FAQs
Per tooth, composite bonding can take between 30-60 minutes once the dentist is ready to begin.
It’s a comfortable procedure that doesn’t require any anaesthetic – and as long as you eat softer foods, you can resume eating and drinking as soon as the resin has cured.
Specific procedure and aftercare advice will be provided by your dentist, which includes personalised treatment times and advice on how to care for your teeth afterwards – so don’t be afraid to ask questions if you have them.
For more advice about composite bonding in Hammersmith or to arrange an appointment, contact our friendly team by calling 020 7602 5089 or send us an email and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.
While it is predominantly used to brighten and whiten the appearance of discoloured or yellowing teeth, in a more long-lasting way, there is actually a variety of patients who can consider composite bonding.
This includes those with teeth that are:
- Chipped or broken
- Crooked or gapped
- Too small or short
- Misshapen
The best thing about composite bonding is that the right shade for you can be chosen, helping to blend in the treatment with the rest of your natural, resin-free teeth.
To find out if you are a suitable candidate for composite bonding in Hammersmith or the wider West London area, why not call us on 020 7602 5089 or fill in our booking form and we’ll be in touch.
With proper care and maintenance, composite bonding can last around 4-10 years.
Proper care includes:
- Maintaining dental hygiene by brushing at least twice daily and flossing once – using a soft-bristled brush and non-abrasive toothpaste.
- See your hygienist and dentist regularly for check-ups and professional cleaning.
- Avoid very hard or staining foods for 24 hours after the resin is applied.
- Seek treatment or find a mouthguard if you grind your teeth while you sleep.
- Don’t use your teeth for anything other than eating, including biting nails, chewing pens, or cutting tapes and tags.
- If you play contact sports, wear a well-fitting mouthguard.
Failure to comply with these care tips can result in composite bonding failure much sooner.
To see a dentist for composite bonding in Hammersmith, or any other cosmetic dentistry procedure, you can call us on 020 7602 5089 or fill in the contact form at the bottom of your screen and our team will get back to you to arrange an appointment.
If you have had composite bonding treatment in the past, it isn’t impossible for the resin to come away from the tooth at the end of its lifetime.
If this happens, dentists can replace the composite bonding as many times as you need, provided the tooth structure underneath is healthy and strong.
If you develop gum disease or the tooth is broken, alternate treatments to correct the structure or appearance of the tooth can then be used, depending on your individual circumstances.
To request an appointment for composite bonding in Hammersmith, fill in our contact form or email us at [email protected] – someone from our reception team will be in touch shortly to find an appointment date and time that works for you.
