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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

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 are pleased to announce that Progressive Dentistry has fulfilled the strict criteria set by the Care Quality Commission to obtain registration. We are also fully regulated by the General Dental Council and are members of the British Dental Association to ensure that our practice is fully up to date and in line current practice. We believe we go the extra mile for our patients and this is reflected in the level of service we provide and the attention to detail for each individual case. We do not believe… READ MORE

One of our key principles at Progressive Dentistry is to adopt minimally invasive procedures with all aspects of our treatment. Recently, Martin Kelleher Consultant dentist at King's College London made the news by pointing out that some 'cosmetic dentists' were identifying diseases such as 'porcelain deficiency' and excess of tooth enamel. Of course, these are fabricated conditions but he was making a serious point. Removing tooth enamel removes the protective layer of the tooth which is the strongest tis… READ MORE

We are delighted to announce that dental hygiene appointments are now available on Saturday mornings. Our dental hygiene appointment inlcudes the very latest stain removal techniques using a jet air polish, for that sparkle finish. By removing everyday dietary stains from tea, coffee, smoking and curries for example, teeth can look instantly whiter and fresher. So start the weekend with a cleaner, whiter and fresher mouth and book a hygiene appointment today. Our first available Saturday hygiene appointme… READ MORE

Dental hygiene is crucial for not only oral health but also overall health. Many studies are now finding a link between poor oral hygiene and systemic disease such as heart disease, stroke and cardiovascular disease. A study last year by the University of California showed that women who regularly visited their dentist and hygienist could reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease by up to one third. See leading author Timothy Brown comments of the report here. The British Dental Health Foundation warne… READ MORE

The television programme Dispatches has just aired an undercover investigation into NHS dentistry. This has highlighted a number of issues with NHS dentistry and the treatment available. For patients, it can be extremely confusing what treatment they are receiving and the overall quality.At Progressive Dentistry, there are no such issues. We are a totally private dental practice committed to excellence in dental care. We believe that the level of dental care we offer is second to none. We understand t… CONTINUE READING

The latest version of Invisalign is now available. There are significant benefits of the latest version with greater applicability, predictability and usability. The great advantage of Invisalign braces are that they are removable. Therefore they will not have an impact on oral hygiene, which is crucial when undergoing orthodontic treatment but also in everyday life. They can also be removed for social occasions and work related activities for example. If you have thought about Invisalign braces in the pa… READ MORE