Composite Resin

Composite resin is a tooth-coloured dental material commonly used to repair cavities, chips, cracks and minor cosmetic flaws. It consists of a plastic resin matrix reinforced with glass or ceramic filler particles and is attached to the tooth using an adhesive system to replace lost structure and blend with the surrounding enamel.

Placement typically involves removing any decay, preparing and etching the tooth surface, applying a bonding agent, then placing the composite in small layers and curing each layer with a special light before shaping and polishing. Composite resin offers a conservative, aesthetic option for many restorations but may stain, chip or wear over time and usually requires maintenance or replacement after several years depending on oral habits and the location of the restoration.