Etch-Retained Restorations

Many newer dental materials are adhesive which means they stick or bond to teeth. The surface of the tooth is made slightly rough by using a mild acid so that the repair (restoration) can grip properly. This process is called etching.

They can be found on fillings, crowns, veneers or onlays.

Your dentist will sometimes numb the tooth, then dab the etching acid onto the tooth surface and hold it there for a while to roughen it up while keeping your mouth open. Then they will wash the tooth out thoroughly with a jet of water. Finally, they will dry the tooth and paint the 'bonding agent' (a sort of glue) onto the roughened area, before filling the tooth or applying any more type of restoration.

What are the benefits of Etch-Retained Restorations?

  • The bond holding the restoration can be very strong therefore increasing the time it stays in place.
  • The restoration can always be glued back into place even if it breaks.
  • Less of the natural tooth is lost as the restorations are held in place by the bonding agent and not just by the shape of the tooth.

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Cedar Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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2316 Reviews

5.0

2nd June 2026

Staff very friendly, competent and know what they are about

2nd June 2026

The staff are always friendly and helpful and efficient.

1st June 2026

The team I saw are great and do an excellent job of explaining things to me. I always feel like I am well looked after

1st June 2026

Listened to me and acted on my comments. Kind and patient with a very nervous patient. Explained everything they were doing in advance.

30th May 2026

Dr Patel is a fantastic dentist.

29th May 2026

Abi took time and care looking after me at the appointment. She knows that I have anxiety about most things and was really good at putting me at ease.She explained in detail the options and also during the procedure on what she was doing and how it would feel.She and the rest of the team are lovely and really great at looking after patients.

29th May 2026

I needed help soon and I went into the dentists and was asked to return later that afternoon. Sunill was friendly and made me feel at ease explaining what our next step should be.. my problem was dealt with by him and a more permanent solution to be sorted a week later

28th May 2026

Highly professional and courteous service from the team. Appropriate use of humour by the dentist to put me at ease - I don’t like going to the dentists.Good to see how supportive the dentist was to the nurses. I think one might have been under training. From what I saw she has a successful career ahead of her

28th May 2026

I had toothache over the bank holiday and phoned for appointment 1st thing Tues morning and was fitted in that day , had an examination, xray And given a prescription for antibiotic.Everyone was very helpful

28th May 2026

Dr Patel - I cannot recommend him more highly, I found himIn Yellow Pages

28th May 2026

Abby is an amazing dentist, her manner is incredible, attention to detail, the way she talks through the treatment she is doing. I wouldn't go to another dentist she is amazing an an asset to this practice

28th May 2026

Very safe and reassuring atmosphere

28th May 2026

Very polite, welcoming and extremely professional attitude.

28th May 2026

My dentist Abi has been seeing me since I was very young and she has always made me so comfortable. I would recommend her to everyone and I personally would never want to see another dentist. She is amazing

23rd May 2026

As always such efficient and friendly receptionists. My dentist always really listens and advises thereon. Many thanks.

23rd May 2026

Top service every time thank you especially Abby

23rd May 2026

All a very professional team of Dentists and hygienists. What is not to like ?????

22nd May 2026

The staff are all very friendly and patient, they take time to explain and help you as required. The actual time spent with the dentist and dental nurse is not rushed and every step is clearly explained.

22nd May 2026

Practice has always been above my expectations for the 40 years I have been a patient.

21st May 2026

Excellent Dental Practice. Dentist ,Hygienists and staff.

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