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Achieve oral health greatness in 2021

15th December 2020

Smile, we made it to 2021!! And just like that the year from hell is over and although we’re still in the midst of the pandemic it’s never felt better to start a new year, a fresh start, turn over a new leaf and all of the other clichés that are dished out during this time of year. Even though the number one thing on our resolution list for 2021 is to make it through, you also might want to take this opportunity to try to lead a healthier lifestyle so where better than to start with your oral health?

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8 reasons to visit the hygienist

5th February 2020

At CGDP, we are passionate about dental health and hygiene as it is at the heart of everything we provide. Maintaining a healthy mouth is paramount to preventing long-term dental and general health problems. Our dental hygienists work hand in hand with our dentists, and they are dedicated to providing a healthy, happy smile to every patient.

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Which invisible brace is the most discreet?

15th July 2019

Think braces are all clunky train tracks with brightly coloured elastic bands and teenage angst? Think again! There are more discreet ways to achieve a beautiful smile and as we are one of the few general practices that have specialists in orthodontics, we can offer our patients the top three ‘invisible’ orthodontic treatments.

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How dental implants can change your life

20th March 2019

Dental implants can transform your life in more ways than one. An implant is a highly realistic, replacement tooth root, which is positioned into the jawbone to hold a replacement tooth, crown or bridge. Over time the bone and implant bond together, forming a strong and permanent base.

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3 reasons to consider adult orthodontic treatment

27th January 2019

Traditionally, orthodontic treatment was something associated with the teenage years, however, the demand for teeth straightening has grown immensely amongst adults in recent years. Some may have missed out on braces in their teen years, some may have had orthodontic treatment only for their teeth to move back because of lack of aftercare and others may just want to make little tweaks to their smile.

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6 things you need to know about mouth cancer

16th October 2018

November is Mouth Cancer Action Month in the UK, a charity campaign which aims to raise awareness of mouth cancer and make a difference by saving thousands of lives through early detection and prevention.

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How snoring can affect your health

24th August 2018

The sound of snoring is often dismissed as a common irritating bedtime nuisance that annoys your partner, but 70% of snorers unknowingly suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.

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Ways to replace missing teeth

21st June 2018

Having missing teeth can have a serious impact on your daily life. Not only does it affect your appearance, self-confidence and general health but without forgetting the real reason for teeth, it also makes chewing food rather difficult.

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FAQs about Invisalign

17th January 2018

Invisalign is one of the most popular brace around! It straightens your smile by using a series of clear removable aligners, which gently guide your teeth into position. Our Invisalign provider, Dr Reena Ali (our principal dentist), always covers the details of your treatment at your initial consultation, but simply to familiarise yourself with the ins and outs of Invisalign, here are a few of the most common questions we get.

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