Meet The Doctor

Dr. Paul Harbottle brings a rich international background and over two decades of clinical experience to his dental practice. Raised in London, England, Dr. Harbottle began his academic journey at a traditional English boarding school before pursuing university studies in London. Initially, he began studying Pharmacy but soon realized his true passion lay in dentistry—a field that runs in the family, with both his parents in the medical profession and his older brother also practicing as a dentist in London.

Motivated by this passion, Dr. Harbottle went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of lowa College of Dentistry in 1994. Following dental school, he completed a two-year fellowship in implant dentistry at New York University from 1996 to 1998. His advanced training has shaped a practice that blends precision, cosmetics, innovation, and compassionate care.

Even from a young age, Dr. Harbottle demonstrated a keen eye for detail-excelling in carpentry and wood turning classes throughout middle and high school. The craftsmanship and precision required in those disciplines have translated seamlessly into his restorative dental work, where meticulous attention to detail is key to delivering natural, long-lasting results.

In 1994, Dr. Harbottle came under the mentorship of the esteemed Dr. Stephen Sovich, who had been serving the New Canaan community since 1970. Since then, Dr. Harbottle has continued the legacy, proudly caring for many local families-now spanning four generations.

With a deep commitment to individualized treatment and lifelong learning, Dr. Harbottle is known not only for his clinical skill but also for the long-lasting relationships he builds with his patients and his genuine affection for so many of them.