David had been a long-standing regular patient of Brightside Dental for over 10 years. He had various conversations about teeth straightening for a number of years and became increasingly self-conscious of his crooked teeth after starting to work with an American company and having a stereotypical British “crooked smile”. This prompted him to make the […]
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May 4th, 2021National Stop Snoring Week 2021
April 14th, 2021National Stop Snoring Week takes place from April 19th to 23rd this year. The purpose of the event is to promote awareness about snoring and that, contrary to popular belief, it can often be treated. The sound of snoring, is often very loud and can be irritating and annoying for the partner (and possibly neighbours) of the snorer. Some levels of snoring can reach […]
Read moreBrightside Dental Smile Of The Month April 2021
April 1st, 2021Susan came to Brightside (very reluctantly) for the first time, having been recommended to us by her cousin Brenda. Brenda saw us, having avoided the dentist for 30 years and for Susan it was over 15 years, having previously had her dental treatment carried out whilst in the military. She had various bad experiences and […]
Read moreEaster Tips For Dental Health
March 31st, 2021Whilst chocolate eggs and sweets can be fun and tempting during Easter,increased amounts can lead to tooth decay. Over Easter, it is important tobalance enjoying sweets and protecting the long-term oral health of youand your family. Here are 6 Dental Health Tips for you this Easter: 1) Choose Your Sweet Treats Wisely. Sticky sweets stick […]
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March 11th, 2021Over the last year, lockdown has changed all our lives and disrupted our usual routines and schedules. The combination of an increase in stress levels and interrupted dental appointments has meant that we are now seeing many patients with a deterioration in the health of their mouth. This includes gum issues which, without the appropriate […]
Read moreBrightside Dental Smile Of The Month March 2021
March 3rd, 2021Pratima first visited Brightside, having had ongoing issues with her teeth for a number of years. She had had various treatments carried out by her local dentist and also some treatment in hospital. She was unhappy that over the years she had lost a number of teeth to the point where she was finding it […]
Read moreThe Importance Of Dental Care On Your General Health And Protection Against COVID-19
February 16th, 2021At Brightside Dental we have noticed that some patients are putting off visiting the hygienist or dentist until the situation with the pandemic settles down. Unfortunately, our personal situations during lockdown can adversely affect our oral health and this has meant that we are seeing a number of patients with significant deterioration in the health […]
Read moreWays to Celebrate Valentine’s Day While On Lockdown
February 10th, 2021It may be a Valentine’s day like no other this year, with many of us spending Valentine’s in lockdown, but that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate it. Being stuck at home for Valentine’s Day can be seen as a massive downer for some people but it doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. So, here are […]
Read moreBrightside Smile Of The Month February 2021
January 20th, 2021Denise has been a long standing patient of Brightside Dental for well over a decade. She had been unhappy with her smile for a number of years, in particular the spaces between the teeth. Her main concern was whether it would even be possible to improve her smile. Following a consultation with Dr Ketan Shah, […]
Read more7 Top Tips To Deal With Homeschooling Like A Pro
January 20th, 2021With schools closed and the UK in another lockdown, parents are again faced with the challenging prospect of helping their kids keep on top of their studies. If you are managing your children’s virtual and home-based education, you know how home learning can be challenging for both parents and students. Here are seven tops tips to […]
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