Author: Ashford Dental Care

Gingivitis and Bespoke oral health check

One of the most common oral health problems is gingivitis, not only can it occur unnoticed but it can lead to a myriad of further complications.

Given that this condition can be avoided relatively easily.

It is obviously common in patients who have poor oral hygiene but it is also common in patients who regularly clean. In these instances interdental cleaning and the accumulation of plaque in areas that have been missed needs to be picked up and hence the need to highlight a more bespoke/ comprehensive self care routine.

Contact the surgery for a bespoke oral health check. 01233639289

Tooth Grinding / Bruxism

Effects Of Bruxism or Tooth grinding

Bruxism affects sufferers in many ways. Some of the adverse effects are short-term and disappear when the bruxism ceases. Others sadly, are long-term or even permanent.

Short-term effects of bruxism
Headache – Bruxism sufferers are three times more likely to suffer from headaches.
Facial myalgia (aching jaw & facial muscles)
Ear ache
Tightness/stiffness of the shoulders
Limitation of mouth opening
Sleep disruption
Sleep disruption of bed partner due to noise
Excess tooth mobility
Inflamed & receding gums
Long-term effects of bruxism
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (sometimes called TMJD or just TMJ)
Tooth wear & breakage

Ring the Team at Ashford Dental on 01233 639 289 to help you find the best solution.

Meet the Team

Meet the team

All our dentists adhere to the rules governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) “Standards for Dental Professionals”.

Dr Dipesh KH Patel BDS MClinDent(Prostho) PGCert(Ed)
Principle Partner with special interests in Cosmetic, Reconstructive and Sedation treatment
GDC No: 071059

Dr. Patel qualified from Guys Hospital, UMDS London and completed his UK VT training in North London and completed his research project at Harvard Dental School, Boston, USA. He further gained a more advanced restorative training at the Eastman Hospital in London.He completed his American National Boards Part 1 and 2 and California Bench Exams at UOP, Loma Linda, and UCLA. He went onto complete a 4 year Masters (MClinDent(Prosth) in Prosthodontic/Clinical Dentistry at Kings College , London. After several years in both general and pioneering aesthetic private practice he gained further surgical and implant training and experience from Specialists in implant dentistry from UK, ,USA, Sweden, France, Spain, Germany and South America. He has been practicing dentistry in the UK for the past 16 years, and currently teaches one day a week the undergraduate dental students at Guys Hospital, London. Dr Patel focuses his practice on comprehensive dental care and utilizes the state of the art diagnostic and minimally invasive technology in both Aesthetic and laser dentistry. He uses his technical and artistic skills to help work with his patients to create beautiful healthy, functional, aesthetic smiles.

Dr Patel is always happy to discuss any concerns and you may have in an informal friendly and approachable way. He will endeavor to find the best solution for your oral health at a budget you can manage.

Dr Roma Patel BDS
Principle Partner with special interests in Facial beauty treatments and Adult and Children’s Dentistry
GDC No: 69659

Roma qualified from Sheffield University in 1993 and was awarded the bachelor of Dental Surgery and the bronze medal in Paedatric care, as well as the best vocational trainee project in 1994. Roma aims to share her abilities and enthusiasim with others so she may help them improve their oral care. Her philosophy is to acheive health, function and confidence in the dental health of her patients

Roma is always happy to help with any queries or requests. With extensive experience and numerous qualifications, Roma is delighted to guide you through what cosmetic and facial aesthetic dentistry can do for you.

Very approachable and always welcoming, Roma is here to make sure your experience at Ashford Dental is both enjoyable and exciting.”

Dr Alex Talahani BDS MSc
Cosmetic and Family Dentist with special interests in Cosmetic and Smile Design
GDC No: 82874

Dr. Alex Tahalani’s innovative approach to cosmetic dentistry, means you can now have the smile you want created in a luxurious location. Concentrating solely on cosmetic and implant dentistry, Dr. Tahalani has trained amongst leading clinicians both here in the UK and USA. Graduate of the prestigious Hornbrook Group cosmetics institute, Dr. Tahalani welcomes you to Ashford Dental Practice a Center for Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery in Ashford Kent.

Dr Marco Carugati
(Dip Dent Pisa) Dental Surgeon
GDC No: 74087

Marco was born on the island of Elba, Italy. He graduated with a degree in Dentistry and Dental Prosthodontics from the University of Pisa, School of Dentistry in November 1997. Marco qualified as an Orthodontist from the Centro Studi e Ricerche di Ortodonzia La Spezia in March 2004 and was awarded a Diploma in Orthodontics from the University of Bourgogne in France. In addition, he has completed several postgraduate courses covering topics such as occlusion, endodontics and implantology. He has a special interest in endodontics and is an accredited trainer for a leading dental company.

At present, he consults in various practices in Harley Street in London, Kent and Sussex, as well as in practices in Pisa and Milan. He also teaches and lectures to dental students at King’s College Dental Hospital in London, and he is involved in the organization of postgraduate courses for dentists. Marco’s interests include travelling, music, skiing and computing.