Cosmetic bonding · same-day fixes
Small fixes, same day, big-impact smile
A tooth-colored composite shaped onto a chip, a gap, or a rough edge — and polished until it disappears into your natural smile.
What bonding can do
- Repair a chipped or fractured tooth.
- Close a small gap without orthodontics or veneers.
- Cover a discolored spot that whitening can't lift.
- Reshape a slightly uneven tooth — lengthening, rounding a sharp edge, or evening the smile line.
- Protect an exposed root where the gum has receded.
How it works
- Shade match. We choose a composite shade that matches the surrounding tooth.
- Shape. The tooth is lightly etched so the composite bonds, then the resin is applied and shaped freehand.
- Cure. A blue curing light hardens the composite in seconds.
- Polish. Final shaping and polishing blends the new surface into your natural tooth.
Common questions
Frequently asked
- What is dental bonding?
- A tooth-colored composite resin shaped onto your tooth, then hardened with a light. It can fill a chip, close a small gap, smooth a rough edge, or cover a discolored spot.
- Does it require drilling?
- Usually not. For most small cosmetic fixes, no anesthesia is needed and very little (sometimes none) of your natural tooth is altered.
- How long does it last?
- Most bonding lasts 5–10 years. It's softer than porcelain veneers and can stain or chip over time, but it's also easy to refresh when needed.
- Is it visible?
- Not if it's done well. We match the composite to your tooth's exact shade and polish it so it blends in. From a normal conversational distance, no one will notice.
- How many visits does it take?
- Usually one — most bonding cases are completed in a single 30–60 minute appointment.
- Will my insurance cover it?
- When bonding repairs damage (chips, fractures, decay), most insurance covers a portion. Purely cosmetic bonding is usually out of pocket. We'll verify your benefits before scheduling.
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