The same-day cosmetic option
Bonding uses the same composite material as a filling, but applied to the front of the tooth and sculpted to fix a chip, close a gap, lengthen a short tooth or cover a stain.
Most bondings are done in 30–60 minutes per tooth — no anaesthetic, no impressions, no waiting weeks for a lab. They don't last as long as veneers, but they're a fraction of the cost.
The benefits, plainly explained
Your treatment, step by step
Shade match
Pick a composite that matches your enamel exactly.
Etch and bond
A mild gel preps the tooth, then bonding agent is applied.
Sculpt and cure
Composite is built up in layers, each cured with a blue light.
Polish
High-gloss polish so the bonding blends visually with your enamel.
Common questions
How long does bonding last?+
5–10 years on average. Less on biting edges that get more wear. It chips more easily than porcelain.
Can it be whitened?+
No — bonding doesn't change colour with whitening. If you plan to whiten, do that first, then bond to match the new shade.
What can I eat?+
Anything, but avoid biting hard or sticky things directly with the bonded edge. Ice, popcorn kernels and pen caps are the usual culprits.