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Assessment
Your dentist examines your teeth, bite and cosmetic goals to determine whether bonding is suitable.
Cosmetic Dentistry in Marmaris
Composite Bonding in Marmaris, Turkey
Improve chipped, uneven, worn or discoloured teeth with tooth-coloured composite resin carefully shaped to create a more balanced and natural-looking smile.
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Minimally Invasive Approach
Treatment planning focused on preserving
natural tooth structure whenever appropriate.
Often One Visit
Treatment may often be completed in one appointment.
Tooth-Coloured Resin
Carefully selected to blend with the surrounding teeth.
Minimal Preparation
Bonding commonly requires little or no tooth reduction.
Personalised Design
Shape, proportion and shade are planned for your smile.
Understanding the Treatment
What Is Composite Bonding?
Composite bonding is a cosmetic dental treatment in which tooth-coloured composite resin is carefully applied to the surface of a tooth and shaped to improve its appearance.
It may be used to improve small chips, cracks, worn edges, gaps, minor shape irregularities and areas of discolouration. The resin is sculpted directly on the tooth, hardened and polished to create a smooth, natural-looking finish.
Composite veneers use a similar resin material but may cover more of the visible tooth surface when broader changes in shape or appearance are planned.
The Treatment Process
How Does Composite Bonding Work?
Your treatment is planned according to your existing teeth, smile proportions and the changes you would like to achieve.
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Shade & Shape Planning
Composite resin is selected and the desired tooth shape, length and proportions are planned.
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Bonding & Sculpting
The resin is applied directly to the tooth and carefully sculpted to produce the planned appearance.
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Finishing & Polishing
The bite and shape are checked before the bonded teeth are polished to create a smooth natural finish.
Direct Bonding
Bonding Directly Onto the Tooth
One of the advantages of direct composite bonding is that the resin is applied to the surface of the tooth. In many suitable cases, this means little or no natural tooth structure needs to be removed.
After shaping the composite, your dentist checks the bite and polishes the restoration to create a smooth transition between the resin and your natural tooth.
Existing bonding may require maintenance, repair or replacement over time depending on your bite, oral habits and how the restoration is cared for.
Why Patients Consider Bonding
Benefits of Dental Bonding
Improve Chipped Teeth
Composite may be shaped to rebuild small chipped or worn areas.
Close Minor Gaps
Selected gaps may be visually reduced by carefully adding composite material.
Improve Shape & Symmetry
Tooth proportions and irregular edges may be adjusted to create a more balanced smile.
Conservative Approach
Suitable cases commonly require limited preparation of the natural tooth.
Natural-Looking Shade
Resin is selected to complement the colour of the surrounding natural teeth.
Often Completed Quickly
Depending on the case and number of teeth, treatment may often be completed in one visit.
Repairable
Composite restorations can often be adjusted or repaired if maintenance becomes necessary.
Personalised Treatment
Every smile is assessed individually before treatment recommendations are made.
Longevity & Care
How Long Does Composite Bonding Last?
The lifespan of composite bonding varies according to the location of the bonded tooth, your bite, oral habits and maintenance. The existing page notes that restorations may commonly last around five to six years before maintenance or repair may be needed.
Good oral hygiene, routine dental checks and avoiding habits such as biting hard objects or using your teeth to open packaging can help protect bonded restorations.
Composite Bonding Price
Clear Pricing Before Your Treatment
The current page lists composite bonding at £150 per tooth, depending on the individual case. Your final treatment plan and price should be confirmed after assessment.
£150
per tooth
depending on the case
depending on the case
Frequently Asked Questions
Composite Bonding FAQs
Common questions patients ask when considering composite or edge bonding.
What's the difference between edge bonding and composite bonding?
Edge bonding generally focuses on the edges of the
teeth and small imperfections such as chips or worn
areas. Composite bonding can involve broader changes
across more of the visible tooth surface.
Is composite bonding bad for your teeth?
Composite bonding is generally considered a
conservative treatment because it can often be carried
out with little or no removal of natural tooth
structure. Suitability should still be assessed by a
dentist for each individual case.
How long does composite bonding last?
Longevity varies by patient. Oral hygiene, bite,
location of the restoration and habits such as biting
hard objects all influence how long bonding lasts and
when maintenance may be required.
Can composite bonding fix gaps between teeth?
In selected cases, composite resin can be used to
visually reduce small gaps. Your dentist needs to
assess spacing, tooth proportions and your bite before
recommending treatment.
Can composite bonding repair chipped teeth?
Composite bonding is commonly used to rebuild small
chipped or worn areas by adding tooth-coloured resin
and shaping it to blend with the surrounding tooth.
Can bonded teeth be whitened?
Composite resin does not whiten in the same way as
natural tooth enamel. If whitening is being considered,
treatment sequencing and shade selection should be
discussed with your dentist before bonding.
Can dental bonding be redone or repaired?
Existing bonding can often be adjusted, polished,
repaired or replaced depending on its condition and
the surrounding tooth structure.
What alternatives are there to composite bonding?
Depending on the problem being treated, alternatives
may include porcelain veneers, orthodontic treatment,
whitening or other cosmetic dental procedures. The most
appropriate option depends on your teeth and treatment
goals.
Treatment suitability, expected results, longevity and the
number of appointments required vary between patients.
A dental assessment is required before a personalised
treatment plan can be confirmed.