How to invest in a beautiful smile
Smile, and the world smiles with you. It sounds simple enough, but missing, wonky or stained teeth can leave you wanting to keep your gnashers firmly to yourself. Fed up with feeling self-conscious about your smile? Thought about getting dental treatment, but wrote it off as too much hassle? You might be surprised to learn that upgrading your set of not-so-pearly-whites has never been easier or more affordable.
Dental implants can transform the smile of those with missing teeth, whether it’s a full set or just the one. Traditionally, the procedure has involved a drawn-out healing period of several months, but with the innovative All -on-four-dental implant system, it’s business as usual after just a couple of hours. This revolutionary method involves the strategic placing of four implants onto the anterior part of the jaw, a positioning which maximizes existing bone structure and cancels out the need for additional invasive procedures such as bone grafting. Replacement teeth can then be attached to the implants on the same day, meaning your can start showing off your brand new smile straight away. It’s no quick fix solution either, with all implants coming with a 15 year guarantee.
Award winning implantologist Dr Balwant Vekaria of London City Smiles (www.londoncitysmiles.com), which offers All-on-four-implants alongside a wide range of supporting treatments, has witnessed first-hand the life-changing effects of so-called smile reconstruction. “You might have the haircut, the expensive jewellery, the lipstick – but what really makes you beautiful is your smile. The smile and teeth are the foundations of facial beauty, and people I have treated have bloomed, finding new confidence, and even new jobs and new partners”.
But what about when it comes to crooked or uneven teeth? Sporting Ugly Betty-style train-tracks is hardly likely to boost your confidence whether your fighting your corner in the board room or going on a first date. However, Dr Vekaria and his team of highly qualified staff offer a more sophisticated alternative: the Invisalign method involves donning a series of clear, almost invisible aligners tailor-made for your mouth. You change them every two weeks until your teeth have achieved the desired straightness, and – rather helpfully – you can remove them for special occasions too.
If you have a weakness for morning espressos and large glasses of merlot that have taken their toll on your choppers, you might want to consider London City Smile’s Air and Go treatment. This is a fast, effective and pain-free tooth cleaning system which removes stains and aids gum disease prevention for a naturally healthier, brighter smile. Tooth whitening is also available, and is a subtle way of transforming your appearance. In addition, the team specialises in facial aesthetics, including wrinkle relaxing injections and dermal fillers which, in combination with dental treatment, can strip years from your face.
Understandably many people feel apprehensive and anxious about changing the appearance of their teeth. Dr Vekaria and his team make it their priority to offer a professional and genuinely supportive service, and recognise how important it is to feel at ease in the dentist’s chair. There is no charge for your initial consultation, which is an opportunity to dispel any concerns you might have and for your consultant to formulate a unique treatment plan – which there is no obligation to pursue. Dr Vekaria, a dentist at the forefront of his profession and the recent beneficiary of an award from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, has over 30 years experience behind him. His highly qualified team includes an anaesthesiologist who is able to administer conscious sedation to make your experience as positive and painless as possible – and is matched by first-class facilities and equipment. An in-house CT scanner and endodontic microscope allow for a streamlined treatment process, with no need for referrals and protracted waiting lists. Gratifyingly, their concern for patient well-being continues long after you have left the clinic with a 24 hour aftercare support line in place.
Investing in your smile is surprisingly cost-effective at London City Smiles, with zero per cent finance on all treatments so you can spread the cost over a series of months. A complete dental implant with crown can be fitted for as little as £75 over 18 months. What’s more, there will be a number of special offers to coincide with the launch of the clinic’s new website (www.londoncitysmiles.com) – so keep your eyes peeled over the next couple of weeks to get a great deal.
Why not book a free no-pressure consultation to find out how London City Smiles could improve your smile and your confidence? Conveniently located opposite Angel tube station, and with a number of special offers already available, this is a dental practice that can really give you something to smile about. With Summer approaching, forget fad beach-body diets, an expensive new wardrobe and hours in the gym, and invest is an effective, permanent change to your appearance – so you can laugh and smile with confidence, and live life to the fullest.
For more information or to book an initial consultation visit www.londoncitysmiles.com or call 020 7837 2300. London City Smiles is located at 19-21 Islington High Street, N1 9LQ. Opening hours are 9am-5.30pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; 9am – 8pm Tuesday and 9am -1pm on Saturday.