Bonding is an extremely versatile way to improve the appearance of your smile. Similar to laminates or veneers, bonding is commonly used to fill in spaces between teeth, improve the appearance of poorly shaped teeth, teeth that are slightly crooked and those that are chipped or worn. They are also routinely used to whiten discolored teeth. While bonding is very versatile it is inferior to both laminates and veneers because the material used is more prone to stain and fracture.

One advantage that bonding holds over porcelain veneers is that treatment can generally be completed in a single visit, and in some cases can be done without the use of an anesthetic. Bonding involves mixing composite materials which are then applied to existing tooth structure. The application of a special light or chemical process hastens the hardening of the material which can then be shaped, smoothed and polished.