Drayton House Dental Practice

Composite Bonding

Composite bonding is one of those treatments that is high impact, without asking much of your teeth.

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It can repair chips, reshape uneven edges and close small gaps, all while preserving as much of your natural tooth as possible. It’s straightforward, conservative and capable of making a real difference.

What is composite bonding?

Composite bonding uses a tooth-coloured resin that’s carefully shaped onto your tooth to improve its appearance. It can be used to repair chips, close small gaps, build up worn edges or improve the shape of uneven teeth. The best part? Very little (if any) of your natural tooth usually needs to be touched.

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Is it the right treatment for me?

We'll be honest — not always.

Composite bonding is brilliant at what it does, but it’s only one of the tools we have. We’ll have a proper look, ask what you’re hoping to change and talk you through the different options. If another treatment is likely to give you a better result, we’ll explain why.

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Why patients choose composite bonding

People often like composite bonding because it’s:

  • Kind to your natural teeth.
  • Usually completed in a single, painless appointment.
  • A great way of repairing chips and worn edges.
  • Able to close small gaps.
  • Carefully colour-matched to blend in with your own teeth.

The changes can be surprisingly subtle. Friends may notice that your smile looks fresher or more balanced without being able to put their finger on exactly what’s changed. That’s often exactly what our patients are hoping for.

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Why choose Drayton House?

Choosing a dentist is about more than treatment. It’s about feeling relaxed enough to ask questions, confident enough to say, “I’m not sure”, and comfortable enough to know you’re not being rushed into making a decision. That’s the sort of practice we’ve always wanted Drayton House to be.

We’ll explain your options clearly, tell you if we think there’s a better solution and make sure you leave understanding exactly what’s happening and why. We think that’s how dentistry should feel.

Patient journey

Step 1

Consultation

We’ll begin by talking through what you’d like to improve.

Step 2

Treatment

If composite bonding is the right option, your dentist will carefully build the composite onto your tooth, shaping it by hand before hardening it with a special light and polishing everything to a natural finish.

Step 3

Review

We’ll keep checking in with you as we go, so you can see how everything is coming together rather than waiting until the very end.

Step 1

Consultation

We’ll begin by talking through what you’d like to improve.

Step 2

Treatment

If composite bonding is the right option, your dentist will carefully build the composite onto your tooth, shaping it by hand before hardening it with a special light and polishing everything to a natural finish.

Step 3

Review

We’ll keep checking in with you as we go, so you can see how everything is coming together rather than waiting until the very end.

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Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice but the staff are so sweet and they look after you. Dr. Ria is just the right dentist for me. Thank you so much.

Ausra

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This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing, their service is just perfect- reminders on time and a great all round experience.

Brad M

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Great staff and excellent service.

Sandeep Patel

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Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.

Jonny Kad

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I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits and nice experiences, I recommended it to my friends. All of the staff there are extremely friendly. The environment and internal settings are very clean and modern. Dr Shah is professional, patient, thorough and caring. The referrals he made for us were timely and proper. The treatments he did for us were very satisfying.

Jing C

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Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.

Alexander Penn

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Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has been fantastic always, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank you to Julia on reception who went above and beyond to make the referral process happen quickly and smoothly. She was incredibly supportive, compassionate, and reassuring throughout, keeping me informed and making what could have been a stressful situation much easier. AMAZING TEAM. We are very grateful for their professionalism and kindness. Highly recommended.

Lediona Hima

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We have been going to Drayton house dental practice for over 40 years, I've never found such a good kind and friendly practice, when we moved to Brighton, we still visit twice a year, and won't be changing.

Ann Slight

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I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking after me.

Jillie Sutton

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Excellent caring service.

Ant Shedend

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Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice but the staff are so sweet and they look after you. Dr. Ria is just the right dentist for me. Thank you so much.

Ausra

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This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing, their service is just perfect- reminders on time and a great all round experience.

Brad M

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Great staff and excellent service.

Sandeep Patel

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Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.

Jonny Kad

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I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits and nice experiences, I recommended it to my friends. All of the staff there are extremely friendly. The environment and internal settings are very clean and modern. Dr Shah is professional, patient, thorough and caring. The referrals he made for us were timely and proper. The treatments he did for us were very satisfying.

Jing C

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Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.

Alexander Penn

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Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has been fantastic always, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank you to Julia on reception who went above and beyond to make the referral process happen quickly and smoothly. She was incredibly supportive, compassionate, and reassuring throughout, keeping me informed and making what could have been a stressful situation much easier. AMAZING TEAM. We are very grateful for their professionalism and kindness. Highly recommended.

Lediona Hima

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We have been going to Drayton house dental practice for over 40 years, I've never found such a good kind and friendly practice, when we moved to Brighton, we still visit twice a year, and won't be changing.

Ann Slight

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I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking after me.

Jillie Sutton

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Excellent caring service.

Ant Shedend

Frequently asked questions

How long does composite bonding last?

Composite bonding can last for several years with good care. Regular check-ups and hygiene appointments are essential to help keep both your teeth and the bonding looking their best. Composite bonding typically needs to be maintained or repaired every 5 to 10 years. Small chips, wear, or stains can often be quickly repaired in a single dental appointment.

Will anyone be able to tell I've had composite bonding?

Our aim isn’t to make your smile look like somebody else’s. We carefully match the composite to your natural teeth, so the finished result looks balanced and blends in beautifully.

Does composite bonding hurt?

Composite bonding is a very gentle treatment. In many cases, there’s no drilling and no anaesthetic needed.

How much does composite bonding cost?

That depends on how many teeth you’d like us to treat. We’ll provide a personalised quotation after your consultation, along with any alternative treatment options that may be suitable.

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