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Composite Bonding
This technique is used to accomplish the same purpose as reshaping but it takes a
different approach. In Composite bonding an additional dental compound is applied to
the tooth to mold it into shape thereby increasing or adding volume to the shape or size
of the tooth. In bonding the dentist will drill out the decay or reshape the damaged area
before applying the composite. The composite material is selected to match the colour of
the tooth and once the material is set using a high intensity light the composite material
is indistinguishable from the tooth surface. Composite bonding is an inexpensive
cosmetic procedure and commonly used where a tooth is decayed, damaged or badly
discoloured it is also often used where standard fillings would be visible.