Transform your smile with composite bonding
Crafted to look natural and feel like you
Composite Bonding Colchester
At The Smile Clinic, everything starts with a calm conversation and a clear plan. We take time to understand what “natural” means for your face, your teeth, and your confidence.
Composite bonding is like tailoring for your smile: carefully shaped, refined, and blended so it looks like it always belonged.
If you’re feeling nervous, you’re in safe hands.
We’ll guide you step by step, at your pace, with a focus on long-lasting detail.
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Walking into a dental appointment should feel steady and reassuring, like stepping into a warm, calm space where someone already knows your name.
That’s the feeling we build around our dentist team: experienced hands, clear explanations, and a plan that fits you, not a trend.
Dr Rajeev Prashar (Practice Owner & Principal Dentist)
Founder of The Smile Clinic with over 35 years of local care, with additional postgraduate qualifications in dental implants and orthodontics. He now works on a referral basis for implants and aligner treatments.
Dr Dhruv Shah (Dentist)
Focused on minimally invasive aesthetic and restorative dentistry, with additional training in smile design, tooth whitening, soft tissue (gum) surgery, orthodontics, and composite bonding. If you love the idea of a natural-looking refresh, he’s all about tooth-like results and thoughtful detail.
Dr Nour Diabi (Dentist)
A cosmetic and restorative dentist, also a certified clear aligner provider, with ongoing postgraduate training in advanced aesthetic restorative dentistry and implant dentistry. He is fluent in French, English, and Arabic, which many patients find instantly comforting.
Also part of the dentist team
Dr Husain Parker, Dr Omair Mirza, and Dr Ashkan Mafi.
If you’re considering composite bonding the right dentist will measure, refine, and blend the details so your smile still feels like yours, just more polished.
Book a consultation and let’s match you with the clinician who fits your goals and your pace.
Here's why your neighbours in Colchester trust us.
Amazing service.. the staff are friendly and welcoming and the dentists make me feel very comfortable. I’m very nervous at times but I always leave feeling better as they are very reassuring.
We want your visit to feel like stepping in from a blustery Colchester street into a warm, calm space.
You’re greeted, listened to, and never rushed.
We offer comprehensive care and advanced treatments – we put real focus on patient education so you always know what’s happening and why.
Composite bonding is about refinement, not reinvention.
Think of it like tailoring a favourite outfit. It still feels like you, it just fits better. We take what’s already there and gently enhance shape, smooth edges, and bring balance back, so your smile looks natural in daylight, in photos, and in the mirror at home.
- We plan the details. Shape, proportions, shade, and how it will harmonise with your face. Clear options, no hype.
- We build it by hand. Bonding is carefully layered and shaped with precision, then refined until it blends seamlessly.
- We finish with a polished feel. Smooth, glossy, tooth-like, the kind of finish you notice when you run your tongue over your teeth.
- We talk longevity. We’ll explain how to look after it so results stay long-lasting, and what maintenance can look like over time.
If you’re nervous, you’re not alone. We’ll explain what’s happening before we start, we’ll go at your pace, and you can pause anytime.
If you’ve been holding back your smile, what would it feel like to stop editing yourself mid-laugh and just be in the moment? Book a consultation and let’s map out a plan.
The treatment process
1: Free consultation
Your first step is simple and relaxed. You’ll meet the team, talk through what you’d love to change (and what you want to keep), and we’ll take a close look at your teeth with a careful, honest eye. No pressure, no rush. Just a clear conversation, a calm space, and a plan that makes sense for you.
2: Bonding appointment
When you’re ready, you’ll book in for your bonding. This is where the transformation happens. Composite is layered and shaped by hand, like an artist refining a sculpture in tiny, precise touches, then polished to a smooth, tooth-like finish. The best part? You’ll see immediate results at this appointment, so you can leave the clinic with a smile that already feels more “you.”
2: Enjoy your smile
This is the stage people don’t always expect, the quiet confidence. Smiling in photos without thinking. Laughing without the reflex to cover your mouth. Catching your reflection and feeling that small lift in your chest. Your smile still looks natural, just brighter, more balanced, and easier to wear every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is composite bonding?
Composite bonding is a cosmetic treatment where a tooth-coloured resin is carefully applied to your tooth, then sculpted and polished to improve shape, edges, small gaps, chips, or colour. Think of it like a tiny, hand-finished restoration. It’s typically completed in a single appointment, with a natural-looking finish.
How long does composite bonding last?
With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, bonding commonly lasts around five to seven years, and sometimes longer. Avoid putting your teeth under unnecessary strain and the bonding will last and last.
How much is composite bonding?
At The Smile Clinic, composite bonding can range from £200 per tooth for edge bonding up to £350 per tooth for full tooth coverage, depending on what you need and how many teeth you’re treating. Your exact cost is confirmed after your free consultation, so everything feels clear and in control. We can also offer 0% finance.
Offer prices
- 6 Teeth + Whitening: £1,999 (usually £2,450) – 0% interest for 12 months (£166/month)
- 8 Teeth + Whitening: £2,500 (usually £3,150) – 0% interest for 12 months (£208/month)
- 10 Teeth + Whitening: £3,000 (usually £3,850) – 0% interest for 12 months (£250/month)
Can you whiten composite bonding?
Composite resin does not respond to whitening the way natural enamel does, so whitening gels will not lighten the bonding itself. If a brighter shade is part of your goal, whitening is usually done first so we can match the bonding to your new colour. If bonding picks up surface staining over time, it can often be polished or refreshed
How long does composite bonding take?
Most bonding is done in one visit, and the time depends on how many teeth you’re treating and how much shaping is needed. A single tooth can be quick (30 minutes), while a smile refresh across several teeth takes longer because it’s all hand-finished detail. Either way, you’ll know the plan before we start.
Does composite bonding damage teeth?
Composite bonding is generally minimally invasive. In many cases there is no drilling, and it’s designed to work with your natural tooth rather than remove it. We’ll always check that your teeth and gums are healthy first, so bonding is the right choice for you
Does composite bonding hurt?
For most people, the treatment is comfortable and does not usually need anaesthetic. It’s a gentle process, more like careful shaping and polishing than anything intense. If you’re nervous, we’ll go at your pace and talk you through each step before we begin.