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We are extremely proud to announce that Progressive Dentistry has been shortlisted for Best Dental Practice in London by the Dentistry Awards. The awards ceremony is due to be held on December 2nd. The Dentistry Awards are the largest and most prestigious awards in the dental calender. The judging panel consist of some of the most highly regarded names in dentistry. To be shortlisted is a fantastic achievement and congratulations are due to all the team at Progressive Dentistry. In 2010, Dr Nissit Patel w… READ MORE

Did you know that the health of your mouth could affect the health of your body, e.g. heart disease, stroke. Click here to see what problems dental health could cause. The good news is that gum disease is almost entirely preventable and treatable. The sooner the disease is identified the better. The tell tale signs of gum disease that you should look out for include: Inflammation of the gums causing them to be red, swollen and bleed easily. This is usually evident on brushing and cleaning in between the… READ MORE

The best way to understand a treatment is by seeing the results that have been achieved. This way, you can visualise what the treatment could do for you and the enormous benefits available.Social 6 braces have a number of benefits. The main one is that the technique is totally invisible. No one will know you are wearing a dental brace and straightening your front teeth. The treatment can also be very quick which is an obvious benefit.Below are some before and after photographs of social 6 braces. Front t… READ MORE

Social 6 braces are the truly invisible cosmetic brace. They are attached to the inside of the teeth so hidden from view. They are ideal for mild to moderate crowding and minor spaces, making the technique a truly cosmetic one.If you are concerned about crooked front teeth, which may be due to overlapping, teeth sticking out, teeth going inwards or small spaces then social 6 braces may be the ideal solution for you. One of the common reasons for these issues, is relapse after braces many years ago.Did you k… READ MORE

Smiling has been regarded as one of our most important social assets and research has shown that smiling brings about a host of benefits. This can vary from enhancing your mood to becoming more socially appealing. A telephone survey by Harris Interactive found that 89% of adults agreed that to make a good impression you need a bright, white smile. 55% believed that a person's smile is the best physical indicator of someone's friendliness. To achieve a bright, white smile may not be as complicated as you m… READ MORE

At Progressive Dentistry, we believe in comprehensive dental care. Our belief is that dental care should be personal and tailored to your needs. We do not believe in treating you as a number but as an indivdual with specific requirements. We take as much time as required to evaluate treatment which is in your best interest and we do not believe in a rushed approach! If you have ever felt like a ticket holder at the dentist, with a waiting room full of people and wondering when your turn is, then it is time… READ MORE

Missing teeth can be an embarrassing and unsightly issue, especially at the front of the mouth. There are a number of options to replacing the space including a dental bridge.A bridge is where the adajcent teeth are used to anchor the missing tooth. This may be an excellent option if the adjacent teeth require treatment with dental crowns to protect them or already have successful crowns which could be converted to a bridge.The following case study demonstrates this exact scenario. A front tooth was lost du… READ MORE

A report has revealed that nearly half of five year olds in Fulham and Hammersmith have tooth decay. The report, which was released by the Children's Oral Health Task Group, showed that 45 percent of five year olds in the borough have decay, a figure which is significantly higher than the London average, which currently stands at 33 percent. Nadeev Pooni, from the Central London NHS Trust, said that it is very important that parents take responsibility for their children's oral health and encourage them t… READ MORE

We are very pleased to announce a walk in dental hygiene service every Tuesday with immediate effect. There is no need to make a dental appointment, please either walk in or call us to book your dental hygiene appointment. On your visit, an oral health assessment will be carried out by a dentist to ensure all the correct protocols are followed.Your visit will include a full mouth cleaning and jet air polishing for a sparkling finish! If you have not seen a dental hygienist for a while, have stained, yellow… READ MORE

We strongly believe in non invasive techniques to enhance smiles. Long gone are the days when teeth needed to hacked away with destructive techniques to provide a new smile. Modern day dentistry encompasses minimally invasive techniques which require no needles, no drilling and no pain! For example, our case study below wanted to close the gaps between the teeth. They were told that porcelain veneers would be required, which involved removing all the tooth enamel and many thousands of pounds. However, our… READ MORE