If the colour, shape or size of your teeth is affecting your confidence, composite bonding in Purley offers a gentle, minimally invasive way to improve your smile.
At Foxley Lane Dental, our experienced dentists provide composite bonding as part of a considered, patient-focused approach to dental care and smile confidence - for patients in Purley, Croydon, South London and beyond.
Starts at £250 per tooth
2 - 3 appointments
Cosmetic
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Composite bonding is a pain free cosmetic dentistry procedure used to reshape teeth, repair chips, close gaps and improve uneven edges. A tooth-coloured resin is carefully applied to the tooth surface and sculpted to achieve a natural, balanced result.
This cosmetic dental treatment preserves your natural tooth structure and natural enamel, making it a popular option for patients who want visible improvements without more invasive dental treatments. Composite bonding is also used to cover exposed tooth roots caused by gum recession, helping improve comfort and protect oral health.
Compared with dental veneers or crowns, composite bonding usually involves less preparation and can often be completed more quickly, making it a popular choice for patients in Purley, Croydon and across South London.
Composite bonding involves applying a tooth-coloured resin directly to the teeth. The material is shaped by your dentist and hardened using a special curing light.
The resin is designed to mimic natural teeth, blending smoothly with your smile while maintaining strength and durability. Treatment focuses on comfort throughout, and local anaesthetic is rarely needed.
Our friendly team takes a calm, supportive approach and places strong emphasis on proper care to help your results last.
Overall, the process for composite bonding typically takes one to two hours per tooth and two to three visits to our Purley practice over a period of several weeks, depending on the complexity of your case.
Your treatment begins with a free consultation at our Purley dental practice. We assess your teeth, discuss your smile, and confirm whether composite bonding suits your oral health needs and aesthetic goals.
Once you've decided to go ahead, in your bonding appointment, the tooth surface is gently prepared so the composite bonding material adheres securely.
The composite resin is applied in layers and shaped carefully to achieve the desired look. Each layer is set using a curing light.
Once the composite resin material is set, the bonding is refined and polished to to match the natural shape and shine of your surrounding teeth.
After completing the bonding, your bite is checked and adjusted if needed to ensure comfort and balance.
You’ll receive guidance on caring for bonded teeth, including brushing, cleaning between teeth, and avoiding habits such as biting ice or using teeth to open packaging.
Composite bonding is generally pain free. Most patients experience little to no discomfort during the procedure.
With proper care and regular dental check-ups, composite bonding often lasts 5 to 7 years, and sometimes longer.
Composite bonding is a cosmetic treatment and is not covered by the NHS unless required as part of restorative dentistry following trauma or dental emergencies.
When planned and carried out carefully, composite bonding blends seamlessly with natural teeth. The resin is colour-matched to your enamel and shaped to suit your smile, so the result does not look artificial.
Composite bonding and veneers both improve the appearance of teeth, but they are different treatments. Bonding is applied directly to the tooth with minimal preparation, while veneers are thin porcelain shells that require enamel removal. Bonding is often chosen for smaller, conservative changes.
Yes, composite bonding resin is carefully shade-matched to your natural teeth, so it blends in seamlessly with your smile. Each tooth is individually colour-matched and sculpted around surrounding teeth for a natural finish. Your dentist will choose the most suitable shade (and sometimes use more than one tone) to achieve a natural-looking result, with no obvious “line” between the bonding and your tooth enamel.
Care is similar to natural teeth. Brush twice daily, clean between teeth, attend routine appointments and avoid biting hard objects. Limiting staining foods and drinks, such as red wine, also helps.
Composite bonding preserves more natural tooth structure and is reversible. Porcelain veneers tend to last longer and resist staining more effectively, but usually involve removing some enamel.
Composite bonding is commonly used to reshape teeth, improve proportions, and smooth uneven edges. The material is carefully sculpted to enhance balance and symmetry while keeping results subtle and natural-looking.
Yes, at Foxley Lane Dental, we provide composite bonding for patients in Purley, Croydon and across South London. A free consultation helps you understand whether treatment suits your teeth and oral health needs. Purley composite bonding treatment may be the perfect solution to enhance your smile in a minimally-invasive way.
Yes, composite bonding is sometimes called tooth bonding or dental bonding. You might also see terms like cosmetic bonding, resin bonding, or composite resin bonding. These usually refer to the same type of treatment, where a tooth-coloured resin is applied and shaped to improve the look of your teeth.
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Composite bonding at Foxley Lane Dental sits within our wider approach to comprehensive dental care in Purley. Alongside cosmetic dentistry, we provide general dentistry, children’s dentistry, emergency dental appointments, orthodontics, restorative dentistry and dental implants for missing teeth, with clear referral pathways where additional care is appropriate.
We believe high quality dental care in Purley starts with clear communication, calm surroundings and treatment plans tailored to each patient.
If you are looking for a trusted Purley dentist offering exceptional dental care, our team is here to support you at every step. Whether you are considering composite bonding or a combination of cosmetic dental treatments for a full smile makeover, we take time to help you feel informed and comfortable.
Book your free composite bonding consultation at Foxley Lane Dental - and take the next step towards a confident, natural smile.
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