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 to visit us. Our waiting room is modern, relaxing, with complimentary mineral water and fruit at hand. Let us know if your prefer tea or coffee and we happily oblige. 

Your first appointment will includes a full and thorough assessment including: 

- facial analysis 
- jaw joint analysis
- muscle analysis
- teeth score
- gum percentage scores
- oral cancer screen
- bite analysis
- digital intra oral photographs
- digital x-rays
- laser cavity scan where needed 

A discussion about:
- treatment options
- dental prevention
- fee options 

For complex cases, a written letter or e mail will be sent after analysing models of your teeth. The initial consultation will typically take 45 minutes, a far cry from a quick 5 minute check up. We will never compromise on the time that we take and the quality of the materials that we use. If you are interested in a different approach, then come and see us. Our telephone number is 020 7731 1162, our e-mail address is info@progressivedentistry.co.uk. Contact us today, you will not regret it!

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 due to gum disease which left a major cosmetic issue. After careful planning, a dental bridge was provided as an ideal solution to a tricky problem. Below are the before and after photographs.
 

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 to adopt good habits from a very early age.

The Children's Oral Health Taskforce is a new group, which was formed with the aim of identifying and addressing causes of poor oral health. The report made a number of recommendations to try and improve standards of oral health among children, which included campaigning for a consultation on adding fluoride to the water supplies in the area. The most important method of prevention is to ensure regular dental examinations and hygiene treatment. Diet is also crucial and try to avoid sugary snacks and drinks during the day. It is best to keep these treats at mealtimes only. Children of registered parents are seen for an initial consultation free of charge. 

We provide only the best treatment and materials for children. We do not use amalgam metal fillings and have a very strong emphasis on prevention of disease.

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 teeth and feel the fur building up please call us today. Regular dental hygiene is one of the most crucial aspects of preventing dental disease and now there is no excuse. Of course, we advise that a full dental examination is carried out and after the assessment we will advise you accordingly.

Walk in dental hygiene every Tuesday, spread the word!

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 Principal Dentist Dr Nissit Patel advised another solution; composite bonding. This involved no drilling, no needles and was far more affordable. In addition, the maintenance is simple and cost effective. There really are no downsides.
 

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 discreetly. The brace can be attached to 6 or more of teeth. It depends on the amount of straightening required which is determined largely by an innovative analysis which can show us a predicted end result. A very popular technique for mild to moderate crowding cases is called 'Social 6'. This is because the brace is only applied to the front 6 teeth. This technique can be excellent for relapse after previous orthodontic treatment, where the teeth have started to drift out of position. Our case study below highlights such a case.
 

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 reasons. Our case study highlights such a problem and how our Principle dentist, Dr Nissit Patel, corrected the situation:
 

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 in a treadmill form of dental care. Time is precious and this is why we spend at least 45 minutes with each new patient to discuss the findings and the options. If you think you would benefit from a personalised dental service, please do not hesitate to call or e mail us.

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 tissue in the human body. This is turn can lead to future problems such as tooth fracture, root canal treatment and even tooth removal. This is why we promote minimally invasive technique to create beautiful smiles. 

A smile transformation can be done without any enamel removal. How? 

Firstly aligning teeth to achieve the best position using our rapid orthodontic techniques, then bleaching to whiten and brighten and finally composite bonding to repair those imperfections and achieve symmetry. 

To learn more about minimally invasive dentistry, please call us on 020 7731 1162 or e mail: info@progressivedentistry.co.uk