NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - PAGE 45

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

The only truly invisible dental brace is one which sits on the inside of your teeth. Lingual is Latin for 'towards the tongue' hence the name lingual brace.This is one of the most popular forms of cosmetic brace. Kate Middleton even had her teeth straightened with lingual braces before the big day and Cheryl Cole wore lingual braces whilst judging on the X factor. However, lingual braces are not just for celebrities and A list stars, the treatment is available for all who wish to improve their smile discree… READ MORE

Porcelain veneers are an excellent way of correcting the cosmetic appearance of the front teeth. This may be due to chips, cracks, discolouration, failing fillings and correcting previous veneers which have failed. Porcelain veneers require an in depth knowledge of cosmetic dentistry and the mechanics of the teeth meet and function during everyday activities. This is called occlusion in the dental field. Porcelain veneers which are not executed to exceptionally high standards will fail for a number of reas… 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

In the past orthodontic treatment involved metal braces which were worn for typically 1-2 years. With the advances of modern techniques and technology, cosmetic re-alignment of teeth can be achieved quickly and discreetly. There are many methods available which range from removable to fixed solutions.… CONTINUE READING

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

Composite bonding involves the use of highly aesthetic white filling material which can mimic natural tooth exactly. This technique can be used in a wide variety of situation from replacing old fillings, repairing chips and cracks, closing spaces and after tooth whitening to replace darker fillings. A typical example is shown below: Prior to treatment. Note the discolouration of the teeth and uneven symmetry especially on the right side (patient right) After tooth whitening and cosmetic bonding of th… READ MORE