Who Is a Good Candidate for Composite Edge Bonding and Smile Design?

Some people are very clear about what they don’t like about their smile. One tooth looks shorter than the others. An edge feels uneven. There’s a gap that suddenly feels impossible to ignore when looking at pictures. Composite edge bonding can be a choice when the changes you want are small but noticeable.

Composite Edge Bonding

If you have a chipped tooth, an uneven edge or a small gap between your teeth, composite bonding is often a good option. A tooth-coloured resin is shaped directly onto the tooth then hardened and polished. The appointment is usually simple which is one of the reasons people like it.

Small Changes Make the Biggest Difference

• A chip on a front tooth especially one you have started checking in every mirror is a common reason people choose bonding.

• Small gaps can sometimes be closed with shaping although the right approach depends on your bite and the position of your teeth.

• Uneven tooth edges. This is where bonding can feel surprisingly effective because a few millimeters can change the look of a smile.

Where Smile Design Comes In

Smile design becomes helpful when you want several teeth to look more consistent of fixing just one small spot. Your dentist looks at the shape of your teeth and how much tooth shows when you smile. Your face features are also important.

You Still Need Healthy Teeth

Before any work your teeth and gums need to be in good condition. Active decay or gum issues should be treated first. If you grind your teeth a lot that is important too because extra pressure can damage the bonded material.

So Is It Right for You?

If you are concerned about a cosmetic issue and your teeth are otherwise healthy composite edge bonding is worth talking to a dentist, about. If several teeth look uneven or their proportions bother you a smile design consultation may be a choice.

Visit our page on composite bonding London to explore treatment options, costs, and expert advice.

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