This treatment uses a composite resin which is moulded and sculpted to the edges and surfaces of the teeth by our professional team of cosmetic dentists. The resin is a great mimic of the natural surface of the tooth, making for a subtle transformation that patients just love.
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Composite Bonding from £350 per tooth — see your new smile before you commit
Composite bonding can change the look of your smile, often in a single visit. We sculpt tooth-coloured composite resin directly onto your existing teeth — closing gaps, fixing chips, brightening discolouration, reshaping uneven edges — usually with little or no removal of natural tooth, and most patients don’t need an anaesthetic. Bonding is priced per tooth; see the full fee list for every current figure.
Edge bonding from £300 per tooth. Full-face bonding from £350 per tooth. Bonding several front teeth is priced at £350 per tooth. £50 smile-design consultation, redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead, with a hand-sculpted composite preview applied directly onto your teeth so you see and feel the proposed shape before any permanent work.
We’ve been doing cosmetic dentistry in Droylsden since 1984. Family-run by Dr Edward Walmsley (GDC No. 203897) and his wife Emma Walmsley. 4.9★ from 400+ patient reviews. The same dentist and team at every visit.
Every treatment is planned around the individual, so results are individual to each person.
Every treatment is planned around the individual, so results are individual to each person.
Every treatment is planned around the individual, so results are individual to each person.
Google reviews
4.9★
4.9★ from 400+ Google reviews.
Since 1984
Family-run
Dr Edward Walmsley personally treats every cosmetic case. Same dentist, same team.
From £350 per tooth
Bespoke composite preview
£50 consultation, redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead.
The Bespoke Composite Preview — Our Differentiator
At your £50 consultation, Dr Walmsley sculpts a temporary composite trial smile directly onto your teeth. You wear it home, eat with it, smile in the mirror, take selfies, show your partner — then come back and decide whether to make it permanent.
It means no software guesswork, no surprises, no regrets. You only commit when you’ve actually lived with your new smile.
How much does composite bonding cost in Manchester?
Composite bonding at Walmsley Dental is priced per tooth, so the total depends on how many teeth you would like treated. These are the prices we publish, and they match our dental fees page.
Composite bonding
£350
Composite bonding — from £350 per tooth (covering the whole visible front surface of a tooth)
Composite edge bonding
£300
Composite edge bonding — from £300 per tooth (chips and slight reshaping of the biting edge)
Whitening plus bonding
£2,150
Whitening plus bonding — from £2,150 (Boutique home whitening first, then bonding matched to your new shade)
Consultation
£50
Consultation — £50, redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead (photos, a check of your teeth and gums, a composite preview where suitable, and a fixed written quote)
The total depends on how many teeth are treated, at £350 per tooth for composite bonding (or from £300 per tooth for edge bonding). You get a fixed written quote after the £50 consultation, which is redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead.
What changes the price
- How many teeth. Bonding is per tooth, so one chipped tooth costs less than a full set of front teeth.
- Edge or full surface. Edge bonding covers the biting edge only; full bonding covers the whole visible surface.
- Whitening first. Composite does not change colour once it is placed, so if you want whiter teeth we whiten first and match the bonding to the new shade. That is why whitening plus bonding is priced as a combined plan.
Ways to spread or reduce the cost
- 0% interest-free finance is available for up to 12 months, with longer interest-bearing plans up to 5 years.
- Joining a practice membership plan gives 15% off listed treatments.
- The £50 consultation is redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead.
You leave the consultation with a fixed written quote, so you know the cost before you commit, and there is no obligation to proceed.
When Composite Bonding Is the Right Choice
Composite bonding is ideal when you want:
- Often completed in a single visit
- Lower cost — bonding is from £350 per tooth; porcelain veneers are from £750 per tooth
- Reversibility — bonding can usually be polished off or adjusted, as it normally keeps your natural tooth structure
- Repairability — small chips can be topped up in a single visit, no replacement needed
- To trial a smile transformation — many patients bond first to test the look, then upgrade to porcelain veneers later
If you want a longer-lasting (10–15+ years), completely stain-proof result, porcelain veneers may be a better fit. We’re happy to discuss both at consultation.
The Treatment Process
- £50 smile-design consultation, redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead — Dr Walmsley takes clinical photos, discusses what you’d change, and sculpts a hand-made composite trial smile directly onto your teeth so you see and feel the proposed shape. You leave with a written treatment plan and fixed quote.
- Treatment appointment — typically 60–90 minutes for a full smile. We thoroughly clean each tooth, apply tooth-coloured composite in layers, sculpt and shape it, then polish to a natural finish.
- Aftercare — eat normally immediately. We recommend regular hygiene appointments to keep bonding looking fresh and to spot any wear early.
How Long Does Composite Bonding Last?
Typically 5–8 years before needing a polish or refresh, depending on your habits. Bonding is polishable at hygiene appointments and easily repaired — a small chip can be topped up in a single visit without replacing the whole tooth. Avoid biting nails, chewing pens, opening bottles with your teeth, and grinding (we can fit a night guard if needed).
Why Walmsley Dental for Composite Bonding
Hand-sculpted bespoke preview at every consultation — see and feel the proposed shape before you commit. No software simulation.
Family-run since 1984 — Dr Edward Walmsley personally treats every cosmetic case from consultation to final polish. Same dentist, same team, no rotating clinicians.
4.9★ from 400+ Google reviews — most cosmetic patients are referrals from other happy patients.
Real before-and-afters on Instagram — follow @walmsleydental for real patient transformations, no filters.
Transparent fixed pricing + 0% finance — written quote at consultation, no surprises.
We’ve made them Smile
Book Your £50 Composite Bonding Consultation
Call 0161 370 2869 or use the contact form to book. Consultations available weekdays and select Saturdays. You’ll leave with a hand-sculpted composite preview on your teeth and a fixed written quote — with no obligation to proceed.
Walmsley Dental
253 Manchester Road
Droylsden, M43 6HE
0161 370 2869
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FAQs
What is composite bonding made of?
How long does the treatment take?
This depends a little on how many teeth we are treating and what kind of issue or issues we’re addressing, but most treatments can be achieved in just one appointment.
Is it painful?
Composite bonding is a conservative treatment that usually keeps your natural tooth structure, and most patients don’t need an injection. Dr Walmsley will explain what your treatment involves at your consultation.
What kind of issues can composite bonding be used to address?
- Small chips.
- Small cracks.
- Small gaps between the teeth.
- Minor misalignment.
- Misshapen teeth.
- Teeth of differing sizes/lengths.
What is the treatment process like?
First, a special dental resin will be applied to the teeth, and the correct shade of composite will be chosen so that it fits in seamlessly with the rest of your smile. We’ll then cover the tooth or teeth with an adhesive liquid that helps in the bonding process before we apply the bonding resin.
We’ll then carefully sculpt the resin into shape, moulding it into the desired form before making any adjustments.
How long does composite bonding last?
Composite bonding lasts 5-7 years and can be easily repaired, whether it comes to the end of its natural lifespan or is damaged in an accident or injury.
Will composite bonding stain over time?
Composite can pick up some staining from coffee, red wine and smoking over the years, but a polish at your hygiene visits keeps it looking fresh.
How much does composite bonding cost?
Composite bonding is from £350 per tooth, and composite edge bonding is from £300 per tooth. The total depends on how many teeth are treated. Whitening plus bonding is from £2,150. We give you a fixed written quote at your £50 consultation, which is redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead.
How much is the consultation?
The consultation is £50 and is redeemable against your treatment if you go ahead. Where suitable, Dr Walmsley hand-sculpts a temporary composite preview onto your teeth so you can see the proposed design before deciding.
Why is bonding priced per tooth?
Each tooth is built up and shaped by hand, so the cost depends on how many teeth you would like treated and whether you need edge bonding or full-surface bonding.
Should I whiten my teeth before bonding?
If you would like whiter teeth, yes. Composite does not whiten, so we whiten first and then match the bonding to your new shade. Whitening plus bonding is from £2,150.
Can I spread the cost of composite bonding?
Yes. 0% interest-free finance is available for up to 12 months, with longer interest-bearing plans up to 5 years. Practice membership also gives 15% off listed treatments.
Where are you, and do you see patients from across Manchester?
We are at 253 Manchester Road, Droylsden, M43 6HE, in east Manchester. We see patients from Droylsden, Tameside and across Manchester. There is free street parking on Manchester Road.
Does composite bonding damage your natural teeth?
No. Composite bonding is minimally invasive — the tooth-coloured resin is added to your existing tooth, usually with little or no removal of natural enamel, so it is often reversible.
Composite bonding or veneers — which is right for me?
Composite bonding is faster, more affordable and reversible, making it ideal for small chips, gaps and reshaping. Porcelain veneers last longer and resist staining better, so they suit more extensive changes. We will recommend the right option at your consultation.
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