The quickest way to make your teeth look straighter is composite bonding, and it doesn’t move your teeth; instead, it reshapes them with tooth-coloured resin in a single appointment, so it works well for small chips, gaps and uneven edges. At YOR Dental, bonding starts from £200 a tooth.
If your teeth are properly crooked and need to move, bonding can’t do that. Clear aligners can. We offer Invisalign and Spark Aligners, both virtually invisible and removable. Most patients complete treatment in six to 18 months, and minor cases can be quicker.
Composite bonding: done in one visit
Bonding is minimally invasive, and little or no enamel is removed; because it’s built up on the surface of your tooth, it can be repaired or adjusted later if needed. It usually lasts 5 to 7 years, sometimes up to 10 with great care.
Clear aligners: when your teeth need to move
You wear each set for one to two weeks, around 22 hours a day and they only come out for eating, drinking anything other than water, and cleaning your teeth. We check your progress every six to eight weeks, so you’re never left guessing how it’s going.
Which is quickest for me?
That depends on your teeth. At your free consultation, one of our Patient Journey Coordinators will assess your case and recommend the right option for you. We also offer 0% finance on teeth straightening and composite bonding.
FAQs
Can composite bonding straighten my teeth?
It can make them look straighter by reshaping chips, gaps and uneven edges, but it doesn’t move them. If your teeth need to shift position, aligners are the better route.
How long does composite bonding last?
Usually 5 to 7 years, and sometimes up to 10 with great care.
Will bonding damage my teeth?
It’s minimally invasive, and little or no enamel is removed.
How many hours a day do I wear aligners?
Around 22 hours a day for the best results.
Want a straighter smile before an event?
Book a free consultation with YOR Dental, Unit 1 Digital Park, Pacific Way, MediaCity, Manchester (M50 1DR), or call 0161 503 0915.
The insights shared in our articles are meant to educate and inform, not to replace a face to face consultation. Every smile is unique, and a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified clinical professional. Please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist for advice tailored to your specific oral health needs.
