Quick, affordable improvement
Cosmetic bonding: small change, big difference.
Bonding is the simplest, most affordable cosmetic option for your teeth. A skilled hand with composite resin can fix chips, close small gaps, lengthen short teeth, or even out edges — usually in a single visit.
We use the same tooth-colored composite material we use for fillings. After lightly etching the tooth surface, we shape and sculpt the composite to the area being treated, harden it with a curing light, and polish it to a natural-looking finish. Most cases don’t require any anesthesia and take 30 to 60 minutes per tooth.
Bonding is best for small cosmetic adjustments. For larger changes — covering severe discoloration, dramatically reshaping multiple teeth — veneers are usually the better choice because they’re stronger and more stain-resistant.
Bonded composite typically lasts five to ten years before it needs touch-up or replacement. It can stain a little over time (similar to natural enamel) and can chip if you bite hard objects, but for the price and the speed, it’s a great option.
When to come in
Come see us if…
- You have a small chip on a front tooth.
- You have a small gap between front teeth that bothers you.
- You’d like to lengthen, smooth, or reshape a tooth slightly.
New Patients Welcome
Ready to plan your visit?
Whether it’s been six months or six years since your last appointment, you’re welcome here. Getting started takes just a few minutes — and we’ll meet you where you are.