Cosmetic Fillings & Bonding

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Tooth-colored materials, natural-looking results

We use tooth-colored composite for both restorative fillings and cosmetic bonding. The material matches your natural enamel, bonds tightly to the tooth, and helps preserve more of the natural structure than older metal fillings — a metal-free approach we believe is better for both health and appearance.

Cosmetic dental bonding

Bonding is a quick, minimally invasive way to address small chips, cracks, gaps, surface stains, or uneven shapes. We shade-match composite resin, shape it directly on the tooth, cure it with a light, and polish to a natural finish — usually in a single visit.

Composite fillings

When a cavity is detected we remove the decay, clean the area, and fill it with a durable, tooth-colored composite. Compared to traditional silver fillings, composite preserves more healthy tooth structure and is virtually invisible.

When to choose which

FAQs

+ What is the difference between bonding and a filling?

Both use the same tooth-colored composite. Fillings treat decay; bonding is mainly cosmetic, used to repair chips, cracks, gaps, or stains.

+ Are these treatments painful?

Fillings are usually placed with local numbing. Bonding is gentle and often needs no anesthesia.

+ How long do they last?

Composite fillings can last 5 to 25 years depending on the material and care. Cosmetic bonding usually lasts 5 to 10 years before a touch-up.

+ Do they match my tooth color?

Yes. Both treatments are color-matched and polished to blend in with your natural teeth.

+ Which is more affordable?

Bonding is usually less expensive than premium fillings (gold, porcelain), though it may need refreshing sooner.

+ How do I care for the result?

Brush twice a day, floss daily, avoid biting hard objects, and attend regular checkups so we can spot wear early.