Dental composite bonding is an exceptionally popular cosmetic dentistry treatment in the United Kingdom. A large number of people sign up for the treatment every year. But still people cannot help wondering about it. The typical questions that they keep asking are many and include the following –

• Who is a good candidate for the treatment?
• How long does a composite bonding solution last?
• What is the cost of the treatment?

In order to cater to their never-ceasing inquisitiveness we have prepared this blog post. Here we have discussed many crucial aspects related to the treatment. If you go through this helpful guide you get to know the ups and downs of the treatment easily and take informed decisions easily.

A basic introduction to composite bonding

Dental bonding or dental composite is same as composite resin bonding. It is a technique in which a material is added to your teeth to improve their appearance. The procedure is carried out by a qualified dentist or endodontist and involves applying putty like resin to the teeth. The resin material is then given a proper shape and then it is permanently bonded to the teeth. This procedure is ideal for the following categories of people –

• Those who are looking forward to enhance their smile and
• Those with damaged teeth

The procedure easily lasts between 3 and 10 years varying from person to person and depending on individual oral hygiene.

There are several benefits that this procedure offers.

• The entire procedure gets over in just a single visit to your dentist.
• Compared to other cosmetic dentistry procedures the cost of composite bonding in the UK is pretty inexpensive.
• Usually there is no need of local anaesthesia for this procedure
• It removes less of the natural tooth structure compared to dental crowns and veneers.

However the treatment also has few potential downsides like the following –

• The resin material that is used in this procedure is less resistant to stain compared to other solutions.
• Lifespan of this solution is also much shorter than that of other alternatives.
• The affected area is prone to breakage or damage.

What you can expect during the procedure

The procedure to bond a single tooth lasts between thirty minutes and an hour. There is probably no need to apply local anaesthesia to numb your senses. Your dentist has to prepare the tooth to be bonded which is done by smoothing its surface and applying a conditioning liquid. Then composite bonding material is applied which enhances the appearance of the tooth.

The composite bonding material is carefully chosen to match closely with the natural colour of your teeth. Once the bonding material is properly set a specialised light is used to finalise the bond. They also alter the shape of the material bonded to the tooth. This helps your teeth achieve the desired shape and appearance. Lastly, your dentist will check your bite to make sure it fits properly and then you are set to go home.

Who is an ideal candidate for this treatment?

Modern dentistry has improved a lot in the present times. There could be various options that are ideal to cater to your unique dental needs. When oral health is related there is hardly any single best option in most cases and rather there could be a number of suitable options based on the unique requirements of a patient.  

You are considered a good candidate for dental composite bonding treatment under the following conditions explains a dentist who handles cases of composite bonding in London over the years –

• You want to enhance the appearance of your tooth or overall smile
• You have gap between the teeth which you want to hide
• You have damaged, chipped, decayed, fractured or diseased tooth (or teeth)
• The roots of one of your tooth are exposed and you need to cover that up

Now, let us discuss conditions that do not make you an ideal candidate for this treatment.

• People who do not have properly aligned bite and need adjustments done are usually not good candidate for this treatment (In other words if you suffer from orthodontic issues like overbite or over jet, then you are not a suitable candidate)
• Your tooth is so badly damaged that that there is no sufficient material left in it to build up from

Dental Composite bonding procedures in the UK are usually costly. Thankfully this treatment option is quite reasonably priced and compared to other alternative procedures is a cost effective solution. The average price of the treatment ranges from £250 to £400 per tooth. On the other hand alternative treatment options are much more expensive, explains a dentist who charges reasonable cost for composite bonding in London. For example the average cost of dental veneers ranges from £600 to £1400 a tooth.

Treatment aftercare

Composite bonding treatment aftercare involves continuing with your regular oral hygiene regiment diligently. Remember that your bonded tooth or teeth are always prone to damage and so you cannot afford to neglect those. When you take proper care and maintenance of your bonded tooth the lifespan of the solution easily gets extended. A healthy lifestyle and practising standard oral care habits prove helpful in maintaining your bonded tooth or teeth for years together.

Here are few tried and tested tips to care for your bonded tooth or teeth.

• You should brush the teeth properly twice daily
• Always use a toothbrush with soft bristles and non abrasive toothpaste
• Brush for only two minutes each time
• To keep the space between the teeth clean you must floss once daily
• You may use a dental floss although flossing devices and inter dental toothbrushes are also effective
• In case you suffer from bruxism and grind the teeth while sleeping you should consider wearing a mouth guard before going to bed at night
• Do not chew on non food items like fingernails, pencil tips, pen covers
• Avoid biting on ice cubes
• Maintain a balanced and healthy diet
• Avoid excessive consumption of sugary foods and drinks
• Visit your dentist for routine checkups at regular intervals

One of the best places to undergo dental composite bonding london cheap treatment is London is the Chatfield Braces London, Invisalign London. We are located on Chatfield Road in Battersea and stay open six days a week.