We are very pleased to announce that our website has been shortlisted for the best new website award by Dentistry magazine. The site has taken a great deal of hard work and time, thus we are delighted with this nomination.

This also means that we have been shortlisted for two awards this year, the other being Best Young Dentist in London for Dr Nissit Patel. We believe our site is unique in the content and description of treatment and we are proud that all of the case photographs were taken by and treated by our Principal dentist, Dr Nissit Patel.

We aim to improve our site in 2011 with further links in the Patient area and the addition of new and exciting treatments, so watch this space!

Dr Nissit Patel, our Principal dentist and Prosthodontist, has been shortlisted in the last two for the Best Young Dentist category by Dentistry magazine. 

This is an award for dentists under the age of 35 years, who have shown an exceptional dedication to their profession demonstrating outstanding clinical skills, patient management, team leadership and continuing further education. 

Dr Patel says: "This is a great honour not only for me but for the entire team here at Progressive Dentistry. We have worked extremely hard over the past year to develop our first rate practice, which is dedicated to excellence and outstanding patient care. We aim to continue to improve the practice in the future ensuring we are one of the premier dental practices in London for general and cosmetic dentistry."

We are proud to announce the introduction of jet air polishing to remove those stubborn stains and achieve a fantastic polish. This is a service that we will provide as standard on a hygiene session, there are no added fees. Stubborn stains are often caused by smoking, coffee, tea and red wine. These stains cannot be removed by regular tooth brushing alone. Jenny, our hygienist, will now be able to remove these stains fully to achieve a brighter, whiter smile with a completely non invasive approach. 

Please call us to book your hygiene appointment and get your teeth sparkly white for Christmas!

We strongly believe that non or minimally invasive dentistry is best. Modern techniques and materials mean that we no longer have to be destructive to natural tooth to create stunning results. 

For example, please view the photos below:
 

Following on from our previous blog about hidden sugars, let's delve into some practical steps you can take to avoid tooth decay.
 

Sugar Savvy:
 

• Limit sugary treats: This one might seem obvious, but it's the cornerstone of preventing cavities. If you have a sweet tooth, focus on indulging in sugary foods and drinks only during mealtimes. This minimizes the amount of time your teeth are exposed to sugar throughout the day.
• Ditch the between-meal snacks: Sugary snacks are a double whammy for your teeth. Not only are they high in sugar, but the frequent snacking exposes your teeth to acid for longer periods. Opt for healthier alternatives like fruits, vegetables, or sugar-free yogurt.
• Neutralize with sugar-free gum: Chewing sugar-free gum after meals or sugary drinks can be a great way to increase saliva flow. Saliva helps wash away food particles and neutralize harmful acids in your mouth, protecting your teeth from decay.

Stay tuned!

We'll be continuing our series on dental prevention with future articles offering more handy tips to keep your smile healthy and bright.