We have invested in the very latest technology- the Waterlase i Plus 2.0. With this amazing dental laser we are able to provide drill free dentistry. Yes, that is correct; dentistry without drilling! Due to the incredible properties of the laser, almost 80% of dental filling cases can be treated without any anaesthetic- so no needles! However, there is more to the laser than simply replacing the dental drill. We can perform all soft tissue procedures using the laser meaning that the traditional scalpels are no longer required, which means less trauma and quicker recovery. There's more! The laser wavelength disinfects as it works, eliminating bacteria, viruses and major pathogens. This in turn provides a major turning point in regeneration of tissues. This has a major impact on all forms of dentistry especially periodontal and implant dentistry. If you detest the dental drill, have a severe needle phobia, want to destroy bacteria in your mouth, have improved outcomes, regenerate tissue and simply enjoy your dental care, contact us today. 

Laser dentistry is at Progressive Dentistry.

We are now into a new year, 2016 and what better way to start the year than transforming your smile. If you have a deadline in mind such as a special occasion, a holiday, a party or even your wedding now is the time to plan ahead. For example, here is list of how long treatments usually take: 

1. Simple crowding: 1-3 months 
 

2. Moderate crowding: 3-6 months 
 

3. Advanced crowding: 6-12 months 
 

4. Straightening and bite correction: 12-24 months 
 

5. Porcelain veneers: 1 month 
 

6. Tooth whitening: 90 minutes in surgery and then 1-2 weeks at home 
 

7. Composite bonding: Immediate, one visit 
 

8. Single tooth dental implant: 3 months 
 

9. Multiple tooth implants: 3-6 months 
 

10. All teeth implants: 6-12 months Of course, every case is different and time frames vary.

If you are considering transforming your smile in 2016 don't delay- call us and get the ball rolling. You only live once!

Due to our nominations for Best Practice London and Best Patient Care by the Dentistry Awards 2015, we will absent from the practice this Friday 27th November attending the ceremony. The reception desk will remain open for the usual hours from 0900-1500. In a dental emergency after hours please email info@progressivedentistry.co.uk We are incredibly honoured and excited to be shortlisted for these prestigious awards and will be sure to keep you posted.
 

In a recent study by UCL, shocking statistics were found on the levels of tooth decay and gum disease on footballers. The article was in The Telegraph. We have certainly seen decay present within the sports industry due to the diet that is often required for energy levels. For instance, energy sports drinks are FULL of sugar. These drinks are often sipped throughout training sessions and therefore there is a high frequency of acid attack on the teeth. We would like to suggest many other ways of maintaining energy levels in a natural way. For example, a banana can provide huge amounts of natural energy. The natural sugars present are far better than added sugar within products. 

If there are any football clubs that would like to screen their players, feel free to give us a call. We have the highest levels of technology to detect the earliest of tooth decay or gum disease - early intervention and prevention is always best!

We have just been pleasantly surprised with a certificate from Three Best Rated. The certificate reads: On behalf of ThreeBestRated.co.uk this certificate of excellence award is proudly presented after duly checking customer reviews, ratings, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. Here is the certificate:
 

Jamie Olivier is on a crusade to reduce the sugar intake in the UK and quite rightly so! There were shocking images of children having all of their teeth extracted because of tooth decay solely due to sugar intake. This is unacceptable and should not be the case in the day and age we live in. Sugary drinks are one of the main causes, with up to 4 large tablespoons of added sugar in some well know drinks. Yes, that's right, 4 tablespoons! We are happy to provide education to all to reduce sugar consumption, eat well and adopt sound prevention regimes to prevent tooth decay. Simply call us- families, schools, sports clubs, community centres.... all are welcome.

As you will be aware, dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth. Whether you are missing one, several or all of your teeth, dental implants can help. In the past, dental implant crowns (the actual tooth replacement) was a combination of a titanium abutment (screwed into the implant) and a porcelain fused to metal crown. This was fine and provided a perfectly good, robust result. However, for front teeth especially, the aesthetics of such restorations were possibly not great. Today, we are able to provide crowns with all ceramic fittings. This is usually with a zirconium abutment and an E max crown. We can now also use a screw retained all ceramic crown, which was previously not possible. Therefore there is no metal above the gum line; greater aesthetics and no chance of a black line at the gum level. If you would like the most aesthetic dental implant restoration for your missing tooth/ teeth, contact us- we will have the solution.

Dental implants are widely recognised as the best alternative to natural teeth. Implants can be used for single, multiple or all missing teeth. In this article, we would like to discuss the treatment called All on 4, which is designed to replace all missing teeth. The concept is simple. If you are missing all of your teeth on the upper, lower or both jaws then 4 dental implants on the upper and lower jaws can act as the anchors to replace the missing teeth.

There is a great deal of planning involved and the treatment must be carefully thought through and planned to provide a natural, harmonious result which is functional and aesthetic. This will involve comprehensive analysis of the upper and / or lower jaws with CT scans to assess the bone quality, volume and relevant anatomical landmarks. The dental implants will be planned in accordance with your own anatomy. In most cases, we will aim to avoid bone grafting, sinus grafting or any other additional surgical procedure. This way, the treatment is as minimally invasive as possible. 

At Progressive Dentistry, we are able to provide All on 4 dental implant treatment with Dr Nissit Patel as the lead clinician. If you are interested in dental implants then please do not hesitate to contact us.