Tooth Bondingin Coimbatore
The short answer: Tooth bonding repairs small chips, cracks and gaps using tooth-coloured composite resin that is shaped and hardened with a light. It is usually completed in one visit and needs little or no removal of natural tooth.
Reviewed by Dr. K. Saravanan, MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics), Reg. LM4646 · Last reviewed 7 November 2026
- Typical time
- Often 30 to 60 minutes per tooth
- Recovery
- No downtime
- Led by
- Dr. K. Saravanan, LM4646
The process
- 1
Shade matching
- 2
Light roughening of the surface and bonding agent
- 3
Composite resin built up, shaped and light-cured
- 4
Polishing and bite check
Benefits
- Quick and conservative
- Usually no anaesthesia needed for small repairs
- Can be repaired or redone later
Good to know
- Composite can stain over time
- Less strong than porcelain for large repairs
- Avoid biting nails or hard objects
Is Natural-Look Tooth Repair right for you?
- People with small chips or cracks
- Those with minor gaps between front teeth
- Patients with slightly short or uneven teeth
What affects the cost?
Fees depend on your examination, so we do not quote fixed prices online. The main factors are:
- Size of the repair
- Number of teeth
- Whether other treatment is needed
Your dentist
Dr. K. Saravanan
MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics) · 9 years experience · Reg. LM4646 · Member, Indian Orthodontic Society
Tooth Bonding: your questions answered
Bonding often lasts several years, depending on the size of the repair and your habits.
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