A very warm welcome to our 2014 Christmas Newsletter. This year has flown by and the festive season is now in full swing. If you are in the area please pop in and view our fantastic Christmas display. It has been a busy time for the practice with new advancements in the way we work, changes to the business structure and a new member of the team, Dr Deborah Philips. A milestone was reached this Autumn with my five year anniversary as Principal at the practice. 2014 also saw the incorporation of Progressive Dentistry into a limited company. I would like to reassure you that this does not affect the working of the practice in any way and I remain the sole Clinical Director. Dentistry has been in the headlines over the last few weeks, making mostly unpleasant reading. However, we would like to assure you that at Progressive Dentistry, we remain at the forefront of the profession and continually seek to improve our practice and services. Major recent advancements at the practice include:
1. The installation of new sterilisation equipment with data printing that verifies that correct temperatures and time frames have been reached for every sterilisation cycle.
2. New medical flooring within the surgeries which is anti bacterial, non-slip and hygienic.
3. The purchase of the latest technology in aqua abrasion, adhering to our key principle of minimal intervention in dentistry. This unit will allow us to remove tooth decay without drilling and often without anaesthetic!
4. New LED lights installed throughout the practice, which are energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
5. New dental implant equipment and systems.
6. Philips LED Zoom in-chair tooth whitening, which is now available (please see below).
I strongly believe in life long learning and have recently attended the American Academy of Implant Dentistry's Annual Conference. The emphasis was on digital dentistry with lectures given by some of the most renowned speakers in dental implants and packed full of ground breaking educational content. With the technology now available, there has never been a better time to consider dental implants to replace missing teeth.
On a personal note, after seven great years as a Clinical Teacher at Guy's Hospital I decided it was time to leave my post. I am however, remaining in the teaching profession having accepted a role with the postgraduate Master of Clinical Dentistry department at King's College Hospital. This is where I undertook my postgraduate training and I am delighted to be joining the team there.
I would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The team and I look forward to seeing you in 2015. CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS Our Christmas opening hours are as follows: Monday 22/12/14 9am -5pm reception only Tuesday 23/12/14 8am-4pm Christmas eve 9am-12pm Christmas Day Closed Boxing Day Closed Saturday 27/12/14 Closed Monday 29/12/14 9am-5pm reception only Tuesday 30/12/14 8am-4pm New Years Eve 10am-4pm New Years Day Closed Friday 2/1/15 and onwards - usual opening hours.
If you require assistance out of hours, please e mail info@progressivedentistry.co.uk for immediate advice.
WHITER TEETH IN ONE HOUR!
We are delighted to announce the arrival of the latest Philips Zoom LED tooth whitening at Progressive Dentistry. We can now whiten your teeth in the dental chair in just 1 hour. The technology has advanced greatly, with patients reporting minimal sensitivity and fantastic results. If you want instantly whiter teeth for those Christmas parties, this is definitely the treatment for you! Our special introductory offer is just £499 and this includes the in-chair treatment as well as a full take home kit, which includes customised whitening trays, Philips Zoom whitening gel and toothpaste (worth £395) This special offer has a limited availability, so please contact us today to reserve your treatment.
MEMBERSHIP SCHEME
Joining our membership scheme is the best way to ensure consistent dental health whilst saving you money. Our Membership package includes:
- 2 examinations.
- 4 standard.
- 2 intensive hygiene appointments.
20% off all treatments including cosmetic, dental implants and orthodontics. All dental X rays (unlimited). All follow-up appointments after procedures. Emergency cover when abroad or within forty miles of home. Access to priority appointments- early morning, late evening and Saturday. The Progressive Dentistry membership works in partnership with Denplan. The monthly membership is just £25.13 from January 2015, what better way to start the New Year by protecting your dental health! To join, please contact our Practice Manager, Paula at paula@progressivedentistry.co.uk
HYGIENE TIPS
At this time of year, it is difficult to abstain from the sugary treats that seem to be everywhere. Whilst obviously delicious, they also increase the risk of developing tooth decay. Here are some simple tips to minimise the potential damage:
1. Try to eat the sugary snack in one go rather than over a long period of time. This will reduce the amount of time your teeth are exposed to the sugar.
2. Clean your teeth afterwards using a fluoride toothpaste or mouthwash. Do not rinse with water afterwards, you will simply wash away the anti- cavity effect of the fluoride.
3. Clean in between your teeth at least once a day using floss, interdental brushes or even the new pressure washers. Philips have developed a great product for this, the Airfloss, which is available at the practice.
4. Sugar free chewing gum is recommended, especially after consuming acidic foods or drinks. This will increase saliva flow and help to neutralise acids.
5. For sensitive teeth, rub some sensitive toothpaste over the affected area and leave overnight. Repeat for at least ten days.
Needless to say, if you experience continued symptoms such as gum bleeding, sensitivity, pressure pain or throbbing, contact us as soon as possible.
DR DEBORAH PHILIPS
Dr Philips qualified at Paris Descartes University in 2012. Deborah and has dual nationality so she is able to discuss treatment plans in both English and French. Prior to graduating she spent the last term of her internship in Umeå University in Sweden. Deborah spent over a year in a practice in the Parisian suburbs whilst completing a French postgraduate in Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry. She was also a clinical teaching assistant in the endodontic and Restorative Dentistry department of the "Assistance Public des HôHopitaux de Paris".
