Composite bonding for South Croydon (CR2), step by step from consultation to result. Just south along the A235.
One practice, in Purley, for patients from South Croydon
We have one practice: 49 Foxley Lane, Purley CR8 3EH, with free on-street parking outside. There is no Foxley Lane Dental branch in South Croydon, just South Croydon patients who make the trip to us.
If you are in South Croydon and curious about composite bonding but not quite sure what you are signing up for, this page walks you through the whole thing from start to finish. Knowing what happens at each stage takes the guesswork out of it.
We are easy to reach from South Croydon: head south along the A235 and you reach our Foxley Lane practice in Purley in just a few minutes, with free parking right outside. From Selsdon Road or Brighton Road, or hopping off at South Croydon station, it is a short and familiar route.
Here is exactly how your bonding journey unfolds with us.
Step one: your free consultation. We start by looking at your teeth and listening to what bothers you, whether that is a chip near the Swan and Sugarloaf-end of a smile photo or a gap you have never liked. We give you an honest view of what bonding can and cannot do, and a clear idea of cost.
Step two: preparing the tooth. On treatment day we gently clean and prepare the tooth surface so the resin bonds well. There is no heavy drilling, which is why the procedure is pain-free and usually needs no injection.
Step three: applying and shaping the resin. We apply the tooth-coloured composite in layers, sculpting it by hand to the right shape and harden each layer with a curing light. This is the craft part, building the tooth up so it looks like it grew that way.
Step four: finishing and polishing. We refine the shape, smooth the surface and polish it to a natural shine so it catches the light like your own enamel.
Step five: bite adjustment. We check how your teeth meet and make small adjustments so the bonding feels comfortable and does not interfere with your bite.
Step six: aftercare guidance. Before you leave we talk you through keeping it looking good, simple things like cleaning well and going easy on staining drinks.
Most smiles are completed across two to three appointments over a few weeks, with each tooth taking around one to two hours of careful work. You stay with the same dentist the whole way through, so the plan never gets handed off mid-journey.
This patient had chipped and discoloured front teeth, which were carefully restored with composite bonding to create a natural, even smile.
Gaps were closed and the shape of the front teeth was enhanced, giving this patient a smooth, natural-looking smile.
Worn and uneven lower teeth were carefully restored to create a smoother, more natural appearance.
Cracked and uneven edges on the front teeth were repaired, leaving the patient with a smooth and natural-looking smile.
Gaps and uneven edges in the front teeth were closed and reshaped, giving the patient a more even and confident smile.
Subtle edge bonding was used to smooth and reshape the front teeth, creating a more balanced and natural appearance.
Our cosmetic team includes Dr Nev Jeyakumar, Christine Marzahn and Ankit Patel, all known for a calm, supportive manner. Bonding starts from an indicative £250 per tooth, with Tabeo finance and 0% options available on qualifying treatment so you can spread the cost.
Your free consultation covers a look at your teeth, an honest discussion of what bonding can achieve and a clear idea of cost.
Most cases are completed over two to three appointments across a few weeks.
No, bonding is pain-free and usually needs no injection because there is no heavy drilling involved.
Yes, we shade-match and hand-sculpt each tooth so the result blends in rather than looking artificial.
You can book a free consultation now, and we are just a few minutes south along the A235 from CR2.
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We look after patients from across South Croydon, including the streets around Selsdon Road, Brighton Road and South Croydon station, plus nearby Sanderstead, Selsdon and Purley. A clear, step-by-step journey is just a short drive down the A235.
Lucy was very reassuring to make me feel I found my new local dentist in Christine, thank you. I was cared about and the efficiency was fantastic.
Robyn Yates
All carried out at our one practice, 49 Foxley Lane, Purley CR8 3EH.
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.
Monday
8.30am - 5.00pm
Tuesday
8.30am - 5.00pm
Wednesday
8.30am - 8.00pm
Thursday
8.30am - 5.00pm
Friday
8:30am - 4.00pm
Saturday
9.00am - 2.00pm
Sunday
Closed
