Composite Bonding in Langley
Close a small gap, repair a chip or even out worn edges with tooth-coloured composite, shaped by hand by Dr. Jinny Han. Often done in one visit, with little or no drilling of healthy teeth.
- Free consultation with Dr. Han, with no obligation
- Often completed in a single appointment
- Costs explained before anything starts
More bonding cases by Dr. Han
Every smile is different, so these show the kind of change bonding can make rather than a promise of your own result.
Composite bonding cases treated by Dr. Jinny Han at SmileCraft Dental. Results vary from person to person, and suitability is confirmed at your consultation.
What is composite bonding?
Composite bonding uses a tooth-coloured resin that is applied to the tooth in thin layers, shaped by hand, hardened with a curing light and then polished. It bonds to the surface of your existing tooth, so in most cases very little or none of the healthy tooth needs to be removed.
Because the shape is built up directly in the mouth, Dr. Han can adjust it as she goes and you can see the change take form in the same appointment.
Small gaps
Closing a gap between the front teeth, or small spaces elsewhere, without braces.
Chips and cracks
Rebuilding a chipped corner or edge so it matches the teeth around it.
Worn or uneven edges
Evening out edges that are worn, short or uneven, for a more balanced smile line.
Shape and size
Small changes to a tooth that looks too narrow, too short or slightly out of line.
Some discolouration
Covering a stain or mark that whitening won’t shift, on one or a few teeth.
Old fillings
Replacing a front filling that has darkened or no longer matches.
Small change. Big difference.
Often one visit
Most bonding is shaped, set and polished in a single appointment. No lab, no waiting for a second fitting.
Gentle on your teeth
Little or no drilling of healthy tooth, because the composite is added to the surface rather than replacing it.
Natural-looking
The shade is matched to your own teeth and the shape is sculpted by hand, so it blends in rather than standing out.
Adjustable later
Composite can be polished, repaired or added to over time, and in most cases it can be reversed in a way veneers can’t.
Usually costs less
Bonding usually costs less than porcelain veneers, which makes it a sensible first step for many people.
Usually no freezing
Because so little tooth is touched, most bonding is done without any freezing at all.
What happens, step by step
Free consultation
Tell Dr. Han what you’d like to change. She checks your teeth and gums, tells you honestly whether bonding is the right option, and explains what it would cost. There’s no charge and no obligation.
Shade matching
We match the composite to the natural colour of your teeth. If you’d like your teeth whiter, whitening is done first, because composite doesn’t change colour once it’s placed.
Shaping and bonding
The tooth surface is gently prepared, then the composite is built up in thin layers, sculpted by hand and set with a curing light.
Polish and check
Dr. Han refines the shape, checks your bite and polishes the composite to a natural sheen. You leave with the finished result the same day.
Bonding a single tooth often takes under an hour. Several teeth take longer and are sometimes split over two visits. Dr. Han will give you a realistic plan at your consultation.
Who bonding suits
It may be a good fit if…
- You have a small gap, chip or uneven edge that bothers you
- Your teeth and gums are otherwise healthy
- You’d like a noticeable change without a lot of treatment
- You want to keep as much of your natural tooth as possible
It may not be the right fit if…
- There’s untreated decay or gum disease, which comes first
- Your teeth are crowded or rotated, where Invisalign may suit better
- You grind or clench heavily, which can chip composite
- You want a large colour or shape change across many teeth
Bonding by Dr. Jinny Han
Dr. Han is a general dentist with 14+ years of experience across Toronto and the Lower Mainland, and the owner of SmileCraft Dental. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Alberta after a Bachelor of Science at UBC.
Bonding is hands-on, freehand work. Dr. Han paints and bakes detailed cakes in her own time, and brings the same patience and eye for small details to shaping each tooth.
- Fluent in English and Korean
- Unhurried appointments and clear explanations
- Gentle approach for nervous patients
Rated 5.0 on Google
from 190+ reviews
I got composite bonding done at SmileCraft Dental in Langley and I’m so happy with how my teeth turned out! I’ve always been insecure about my teeth, and even after having Invisalign, I still wasn’t happy with my smile. She made such a big difference, and I finally feel so much better about my teeth. I honestly wish I had done it sooner! I would definitely recommend her to anyone thinking about getting composite bonding.
Composite bonding patient, Google review
What does bonding cost?
Bonding is priced by the tooth and by how much shaping is involved, so one small chip costs far less than reshaping several front teeth. The consultation is free, and you’ll know what your treatment costs before anything begins.
What the consultation includes
- A look at your teeth and gums with Dr. Han
- An honest view on whether bonding suits you
- Your options, including simpler or alternative ones
- What your treatment would cost
Priced separately, where needed
- Treatment of decay or gum disease beforehand
- Whitening, if you’d like it done first
- A night guard, if grinding needs protecting against
- Any treatment not part of your bonding plan
Book your free consultation with Dr. Han
Find out whether bonding suits your smile, see your options and hear what it would cost. No charge, and no obligation to go ahead.
Booking online? Add “bonding consultation” in the notes so we reserve the right appointment, or call and we’ll arrange it for you.
- Willoughby Town Centre, Langley
- Open Saturdays and Sundays
- Free parking on site
Frequently asked questions
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Book your visit at SmileCraft Dental
New patients welcome. Open Saturdays and Sundays, closed Mondays. Free parking at Willoughby Town Centre.