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Dental Awards Finalists - Practice of the Year South 2017

Breaking news! We are finalists at the Probe Dental Awards for Practice of the Year South 2017. The Dental Awards are the original and most respected awards programme in UK dentistry. For the past 17 years The Dental Awards have recognised the outstanding individuals and teams whose commitment and drive continues to raise standards throughout UK dentistry.

Practice of the Year 2017 South Finalists

We are absolutely delighted to have the made the final in this newly created category for 2017. We hope to add this title to our previous ones of Best Dental Practice London (Dentistry Awards), Best Dentist (Zesty Awards), Best Dentist under 35 (Dentistry Awards) and Best new website (Dentistry Awards).

Apr 2026

20th

Metal free dental implant to replace a missing back tooth

One of the common trends we are seeing this year is the increasing popularity of metal free dental implants or zirconia dental implants. The benefits of zirconia include: 1. Superior aesthetics Zirconia is tooth-coloured (white), so it blends seamlessly with natural teeth. No risk of a grey metal shine-through, especially in patients with thin gums. 2. Metal-free / hypoallergenic Ideal if you want to avoid metals or have sensitivities. Very low risk of allergic reactions compared to metal-based i… CONTINUE READING

Mar 2026

9th

Porcelain veneers to close gaps and widen a smile

Porcelain veneers are still regarded as one of the main cosmetic dentistry techniques. In skilled hands, they can look just like teeth. Now, we are not talking 'Turkey Teeth' here! You may have seen many social media sites showing smile makeovers in Turkey with super white 'veneers'. In reality, these veneers are actually crowns that cover the entire tooth surface after the teeth have been cut down to little stumps. This is not cosmetic dentistry but butchery, to be blunt. Porcelain veneer treatment should … CONTINUE READING

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Mar 2026

2nd

Social 6 lingual brace for a twisted front tooth

One of our most popular cosmetic dental treatments is the Social 6 lingual brace. This is the truly invisible brace being placed behind the teeth so that no one will know that you are straightening your teeth! Most treatments only take three to four months. Get teeth ready for the Summer!… CONTINUE READING

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Feb 2026

7th

Congratulations Dr Nissit Patel

Dr Nissit Patel has just been awarded Associate Fellowship title by the College of General Dentistry. Associate Fellowship of the College recognises enhanced knowledge and skills, and demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and the highest levels of patient care. This is a highly prestigious aware and we are absolutely delighted for him. We are committed and passionate about learning and improving to provide the highest levels of dental care to our patients. This award is testament to our ethos and a g… CONTINUE READING

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