What are the real risks?
In our clinic at 3 Goldhawk Road in London and talking with people who travel down to see us from Manchester the main catch is colour stability.
Resin doesn’t react to dental bleaching kits. If your surrounding natural teeth yellow over the coming years, applying whitening gel will lighten your real enamel while leaving the bonded patch unchanged. That leaves an obvious mismatched square right in the centre of your smile.
Another problem is superficial staining. Because composite resin is slightly porous, daily black coffee, turmeric curries, and red wine will gradually soak into the surface glaze. Within two or three years, the outer edges can pick up a dull yellowish tint.
Plaque also settles easily along the join. You have to thread floss right down into that crevice every single night, or tea and red wine will leave a dirty brown line right along the bond. An electric brush helps, but an interdental stick does the real work.
Beyond that, leave plastic tags alone. Don’t crack pistachios open with your front teeth. A basic night splint will sort out any grinding while you sleep.
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The insights shared in our articles are meant to educate and inform, not to replace a face-to-face consultation. Every smile is unique, and a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified clinical professional. Please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist for advice tailored to your specific oral health needs.
