Did you know that the health of your mouth could affect the health of your body, e.g. heart disease, stroke. Click here to see what problems dental health could cause. The good news is that gum disease is almost entirely preventable and treatable. The sooner the disease is identified the better. The tell tale signs of gum disease that you should look out for include: Inflammation of the gums causing them to be red, swollen and bleed easily. This is usually evident on brushing and cleaning in between the teeth. Bad breath Loose teeth Unpleasant taste in the mouth Regular mouth infections Gum disease must be treated by a dental professional. It cannot be self treated. It is very important to regularly visit your dentist and hygienist to assess the mouth as a whole and identify any early signs of gum disease. Call us today if you are concerned about gum disease and the effect on your body. Tel 020 7731 1162, e mail info@progressivedentistry.co.uk

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 appointment is on 23rd July and availability is limited, so book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

We are running a series of case studies to demonstrate the treatments and outcomes that have been achieved at Progressive Dentistry. Our first case was a long and complicated case involving failing crowns and bridges, which required a full upper arch rehabilitation. Initially the gum disease was treated by our Dental Hygienist and Therapist, Jenny Wiggins. This was done over a number of sessions with superb results. After all the failing crowns and bridges were removed, the patient wore a set of temporary teeth to allow the gums to heal and ensure that they could get used to the new design and bite. This was left for a period of 3 months. After full healing and adaptation, the temporary crowns and bridges were removed and a new set could be made. The difference in the gums and overall oral health was outstanding. The overall result was natural, aesthetic and met all of the patient requirements. 

Please view the series of photographs below: