Bonding can look beautiful, but like natural teeth it needs looking after.
- Go easy on stains for 48 hours. Limit tea, coffee, red wine, curry and smoking while the surface settles.
- Brush twice a day with a soft or electric brush and a non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste. Avoid charcoal and harsh whitening pastes.
- Clean between your teeth daily with floss or interdental brushes.
- Do not bite hard objects: nails, pens, ice or packets are common causes of chips.
- Cut up hard foods like crusty bread or apples.
- Wear a night guard if you grind. Grinding is one of the biggest risks to bonding.
- Rinse with water after dark drinks if you cannot brush.
- Keep your hygiene visits. A professional polish keeps bonding fresh, and small chips can be repaired quickly.
Noticed a chip or rough edge? Small repairs are usually quick. More about composite bonding.
General information, not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation. Book an examination for advice about your own teeth.