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!
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 great achievement for the entire team here at Progressive Dentistry.
Replacing missing back teeth is essential. The molar teeth are designed for mastication i.e chewing . Without molars, it is far harder to break down foods for ease of swallowing. This essentially means that the diet will be one of soft foods only and eating will take much longer. This would not be a great look at a New Years eve dinner party!
Our front teeth are created for incising food i.e cutting. If the teeth in front of the molars are overloaded with excessive force then further problems will result such as cracks, fractures and even teeth splitting in half meaning the loss of more teeth.
The good news is that molar teeth can be replaced using dental implants to restore chewing function, spread the forces and enjoy those harder goods once again.
Our case of the month for December is a classic one where the back teeth were lost due to bruxism which severely impaired function.
Christmas is here and our opening times this year are:
Tuesday 23rd December 0900-1700
Christmas Eve 0900-1300 Reception only
Christmas Day Closed
Boxing Day Closed
Saturday 27th 0900-1430 Reception only
Monday 29th 1000-1300
Tuesday 30th 0900-1300 Hygiene only
New Years Eve 0900-1300 Reception only
New Years Day Closed
Friday 2nd January Normal opening times resume
In the case of an emergency out of hours , please call us on 0207 7311162 and speak with our 24/7 reception. We will then call you back for advice even on Christmas Day!
Have a fantastic Christmas and Happy New Year!
One of the most common comments we encounter when discussing Invisalign with our patients is 'can Invisalign really close large gaps between my teeth?'. The reason for this is that most dentists will say that only fixed braces have enough 'force' to close spaces with any certainty. However, with careful planning and using the latest technology available, we can predictably close gaps and improve the bite using Invisalign.
We love a challenge especially when it concerns teeth straightening and our case of the month treated in October was a great one. Our lovely patient came to us to straighten her front teeth only after years of being down about her smile. She was told by several dentists that it simply was not possible without going through a long drawn out full mouth orthodontic plan. We were happy to take on the challenge head on and after some careful planning, Dr Nissit Patel was able to provide a great result in a few months using the Social 6 lingual brace.
Teeth alignment is an incredibly popular cosmetic dental treatment which we have been offering for nearly 16 years at Progressive Dentistry. Most people know about Invisalign, which is a fantastic treatment using clear aligners. However, not many are aware of lingual braces. This brace is placed behind the teeth hence no one will know you are straightening your teeth. This treatment is not readily available at most dental practices like Invisalign as it is regarded as being more technically difficult and requires special training.
We have been placing lingual braces for over 15 years and have treated thousands of patients in that time. There is no substitute for experience!
We are delighted to announce that Dr Nissit Patel and Paula Ryan are finalists at this years Private Dentistry Awards for the Practice Principal and Practice Manager of the year. Being shortlisted is a fabulous achievement and we are delighted to make the finals once again for the third year in a row.
We are extremely passionate about our chosen profession and work tirelessly to improve year on year to provide the very best in dental care possible. The awards nomination is a great honour and we are truly delighted. Fingers crossed for the big day!
Losing a tooth in the back of your mouth can feel frustrating. The lower premolars and molars—the teeth you use most for chewing—are especially important for eating, speaking, and keeping your smile healthy. When one of these teeth is lost due to decay, gum disease, or injury, it’s natural to wonder what the best replacement option might be.
While removable dentures and bridges may be an option , we generally recommend dental implants for replacing premolars and molars, especially in the lower jaw. Implants are small titanium posts that act like artificial tooth roots. They are placed into the jawbone and topped with a crown that looks and feels like a natural tooth. Below are the main reasons why implants are often considered the gold standard for replacing missing back teeth.