Cosmetic Bonding in Ottawa | Chipped Tooth Repair

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Bonding uses the same tooth-coloured composite resin as our fillings. We sculpt it directly onto the tooth, harden it with a special light and polish it to blend in — repairing chips, closing small gaps, covering stubborn stains and evening out edges.

Because bonding usually needs little or no removal of natural tooth, it is a conservative, budget-friendly option, and most cases are finished in a single appointment. It is a great fit for small changes, or as an alternative to veneers when you want a more modest refresh.

When bonding repairs damage — such as a chipped or broken tooth — it may be covered like a filling under the CDCP for eligible patients. Purely cosmetic bonding is elective. We tell you which applies before we begin.

What's included

Chip and crack repair
Closing small gaps between teeth
Reshaping uneven or worn edges
Covering stains and discolouration
Shade-matched composite resin
Usually completed in one visit

What to expect

1
Shade match
We choose a composite shade that blends with your natural teeth.
2
Prepare
The tooth surface is gently roughened so the resin bonds securely.
3
Sculpt & set
Resin is shaped onto the tooth and hardened with a curing light.
4
Shape & polish
We refine the shape and polish it to a natural shine.

Part of our Cosmetic Dentistry & Invisalign services · Last updated November 2026

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Cosmetic Bonding — common questions

Still have questions? Our coordinators answer the phone every weekday — really.

How long does dental bonding last?

Bonding typically lasts several years — often five to ten — before it needs a touch-up. Composite can pick up stains over time, so cutting back on coffee, tea and smoking helps it stay bright.

Bonding or veneers — which is better?

Bonding is faster, more affordable and usually reversible, so it suits small changes. Porcelain veneers cost more but resist stains and last longer, so they suit bigger transformations. We walk you through both.

Is bonding covered by the CDCP?

When bonding repairs damage, such as a chipped or broken tooth, it may be covered like a filling for eligible patients. Bonding done purely to change appearance is elective. We confirm before we start.