Dental bonding
Tooth-coloured material to correct small chips, gaps or shapes.
Dental bonding in Durrës: at Smile Office, the dentist applies and shapes a tooth-coloured composite to repair chipped edges, close small gaps or even out irregular shapes. It is usually done in one visit and keeps most of the natural tooth.
When bonding is used
- Chipped or cracked edges.
- Small gaps between the front teeth.
- Teeth that look short or irregular.
- Stains that do not respond to whitening.
How it is done
- Choosing a composite shade that matches your teeth.
- Light preparation of the surface so the material bonds.
- Applying the composite in layers and hardening it with a light.
- Final shaping and polishing.
Bonding or veneers?
Bonding is quicker and removes less of the tooth. Veneers resist stains and wear better, but usually need the surface reduced. The dentist explains which option fits your case.
What to know
- Composite stains with coffee, tea and smoking.
- It wears or chips over time and needs refreshing.
- Biting nails or hard objects damages it faster.
Frequently asked questions
Does bonding hurt?
Usually not. Most cases need no anaesthetic, because very little of the tooth is touched.
Can bonding be whitened later?
No, composite does not whiten. If you plan whitening, it is done before bonding, so the composite shade matches the result.
Call the clinic to arrange a visit, or see all treatments.
This is general information, not a diagnosis. Whether this treatment suits you is decided after an examination, when the dentist explains the options, risks and costs.