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Composite bonding is a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment that enhances the appearance of your teeth using a tooth-coloured resin.

Composite Bonding

It can improve the shape, size and colour of teeth, helping you smile with confidence. Whether you wish to repair chipped enamel, close small gaps or correct slight misalignments, composite bonding in Kings Hill offers a natural and seamless result without the need for drilling or injections in most cases.

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The process

What does composite bonding involve?

Composite bonding involves applying a carefully colour-matched resin directly to your tooth surface. Once sculpted into the ideal shape, the material is cured with a special light and polished to achieve a smooth, natural-looking finish.

At our Kings Hill practice at IQ Dental and Implant Centre, composite bonding is carried out by our clinicians in aesthetic dentistry. We use high-quality composite materials designed to blend with your existing teeth for a result that looks both subtle and authentic.

Composite bonding involves applying a carefully colour-matched resin directly to your tooth surface. Once sculpted into the ideal shape, the material is cured with a special light and polished to achieve a smooth, natural-looking finish.

At our Kings Hill practice at IQ Dental and Implant Centre, composite bonding is carried out by our clinicians in aesthetic dentistry. We use high-quality composite materials designed to blend with your existing teeth for a result that looks both subtle and authentic.

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Treatment

What composite bonding can help with?

Composite bonding is a versatile treatment that may be suitable if you want to:

  • Repair small chips or cracks.
  • Improve the appearance of worn edges.
  • Close minor spaces between teeth.
  • Correct small irregularities in tooth shape.
  • Mask discolouration that cannot be improved with whitening.
  • Refresh old bonding that has become worn or stained.

Because the procedure preserves your natural tooth structure, it is often a preferred option for patients looking for an affordable, conservative cosmetic enhancement.

Composite bonding is a versatile treatment that may be suitable if you want to:

  • Repair small chips or cracks.
  • Improve the appearance of worn edges.
  • Close minor spaces between teeth.
  • Correct small irregularities in tooth shape.
  • Mask discolouration that cannot be improved with whitening.
  • Refresh old bonding that has become worn or stained.

Because the procedure preserves your natural tooth structure, it is often a preferred option for patients looking for an affordable, conservative cosmetic enhancement.

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Benefits of composite bonding

1. A natural, enhanced appearance

Composite bonding is designed to look and feel like your natural teeth. The resin is carefully matched to your tooth shade, shaped to complement your smile and polished to a high aesthetic finish.

2. Minimally invasive

In most cases, no drilling or anaesthesia is required. Your natural tooth structure is preserved, making this a gentle and reversible treatment option.

3. Quick results

Composite bonding can typically be completed in a single appointment, allowing you to enjoy your improved smile straight away.


4. Cost-effective cosmetic treatment

Compared with porcelain veneers or crowns, composite bonding is generally more affordable while still delivering significant aesthetic improvement.

5. Easy to maintain

With good oral hygiene and routine dental visits, composite bonding can last several years. The bonded areas can also be repaired or refreshed if needed, without replacing the entire restoration.

Frequently asked questions

Who is suitable for composite bonding?

Composite bonding can be a good option for adults or older teenagers who want to improve the appearance of their front teeth. Your dentist will assess your oral health, bite and enamel condition to determine whether bonding is the most appropriate treatment. It may not be suitable for those with severe misalignment or heavy tooth wear, in which case other options may be recommended.

What should I expect at my appointment?

  • Consultation: At your initial consultation at IQ Dental and Implant Centre, your dentist will examine your teeth, discuss what you would like to change and explain the treatment options available. Photographs or digital scans may be taken to help plan your smile.
  • Preparation: In most cases, little to no preparation of the natural tooth is required. The tooth is gently cleaned and conditioned so the composite material can bond effectively.
  • Bonding process: Your dentist will apply layers of tooth-coloured composite resin and carefully shape it to achieve the desired appearance. Once the shape is refined, the material is hardened with a curing light.
  • Finishing touches: The bonded tooth is polished to achieve a smooth, natural finish that blends beautifully with your smile.

How long does composite bonding last?

Composite bonding can last several years, depending on your oral hygiene, diet and lifestyle habits. Avoiding nail-biting, opening packets with your teeth and excessive consumption of staining foods or drinks will help keep your bonding looking its best.

Does composite bonding damage my teeth?

No. Composite bonding is designed to be minimally invasive. In most cases, your natural teeth remain untouched, and the treatment can often be reversed or revised if needed.

How do I look after my bonded teeth?

Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily and attend regular check-ups and hygiene appointments. Your dentist may also advise you to wear a night-time mouthguard if you grind your teeth.

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I have been going to this dental practice for quite a few years now, with a gap post-COVID where I tried a different, slightly more local one. Suffice to say, I returned pretty quickly to IQ Dental, where you walk in and feel like you’re in a comforting, holistic clinic rather than a dentist’s waiting room! The service is consistently outstanding, from the welcome you receive from the lovely receptionists to the superb skills of the dentists and hygienists, particularly Antonio, who is amazing. I have recently had a dental implant, all carried out by Antonio and would not hesitate to recommend him. A thorough and highly skilled dentist who makes sure everything is done to the highest standards, with outstanding care and attention. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would.

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Thank you to Antonio and the team at IQ Dental. My dental implants look amazing, and the care, kindness and professionalism shown were exemplary. You’re all amazing. Thank you.

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Keith G

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Not a big fan of the dentist – but Fabrizio was amazing. I had an extraction, literally no pain. It made the whole experience calming. Couldn’t recommend these guys enough.

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Sabine RC

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I care about my dental health very much. IQ Dental is one of the best dental practices I have used. I have been to Harley Street and Wimpole Street, London dentists, but IQ Dental truly surpasses them all! Thank you, IQ Dental.

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I have been going to this dental practice for quite a few years now, with a gap post-COVID where I tried a different, slightly more local one. Suffice to say, I returned pretty quickly to IQ Dental, where you walk in and feel like you’re in a comforting, holistic clinic rather than a dentist’s waiting room! The service is consistently outstanding, from the welcome you receive from the lovely receptionists to the superb skills of the dentists and hygienists, particularly Antonio, who is amazing. I have recently had a dental implant, all carried out by Antonio and would not hesitate to recommend him. A thorough and highly skilled dentist who makes sure everything is done to the highest standards, with outstanding care and attention. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would.

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