Pain-free & Gentle Dentistry and Implants
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Latest dental procedures, instruments & techniques
Shirley Avenue Dental Care is committed to providing the highest standard of dental care using the latest treatments in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We offer a full range of services from early decay detection and oral hygiene maintenance through to advanced treatment such as root canal therapy, veneers and implant dentistry.
Free dental implant consultation
Having missing teeth can knock your confidence, as well as affect the way you eat and speak. Shirley Avenue Dental Care implants offer a long-lasting and discreet choice for replacing missing teeth. Visit our practice in Shirley, Southampton for a warm welcome and a non-judgemental conversation with our experts. They will help you to bring back your confidence and smile.
Looking after your child’s oral health too
Shirley Avenue Dental Care is proud to be a family friendly practice. We look after your child’s oral health as well as yours. We pay equal attention to a child’s physiology as to their psychology, making sure they don’t grow up afraid of dentists. Our practice is preventative based and we aim to keep teeth and gums in good health for a lifetime.
Smile with Confidence
Dental implants offer a long-lasting and discreet solution so you can chew naturally and enjoy the food you love.
Having missing teeth can knock your confidence, as well as affect the way you eat and speak. Whether you want dental implants, bridges or crowns an army of specialised technicians design and manufacture them specifically for you. We work with the UK’s top cosmetic dental laboratory to obtain the best materials and best craftsmanship.
The dental implant process is generally easier than removing a tooth. You should not feel any pain during the procedure.
Dental Implants are small titanium screws that are inserted into your bones by gently prying open the gum and drilling into your bone. Often a temporary crown, bridge, or denture may be placed at this stage until the gum and bone heal. Over the following months the bone fuses to the implant, making it a suitable fixture to attach a permanent crown, bridge, or denture, which is custom made according to your needs, preferences, and existing teeth. It may sound daunting but the entire operation is less stressful than a filling. Pay us a visit and discuss options available for you to fit your mouth, and your budget. Finance is available.
Are dental implants suitable for me?
Overall, strong healthy gums and jawbone are the main factors to take into consideration when we decide if dental implants are suitable for you.
What are the benefits of Dental Implant Surgery?
Among the many advantages to getting dental implants are:
Improved appearance. Dental implants look and feel more natural than dentures. Because they fuse with your jawbone, they become permanent. Eventually, you won’t even notice them.
Improved speech. Dentures can slip in your mouth, become loose, and make talking clearly very difficult. Dental implants, on the other hand, replace your teeth without requiring any sort of daily adjustments.
Improved comfort. Once you’re used to the feel of your new dental implants, they are naturally a part of you!
Easier eating. No more having to worry about not being able to eat your favorite foods! Since dental implants are fused into your jaw, they work just like regular teeth.
Working teeth are not affected. With a tooth-supported bridge, nearby healthy teeth have to be reduced to support your replacements. However, dental implants do not affect working teeth, improving your overall oral health. Plus, it’s easier to brush between individual implanted teeth.
Are implants safe and how long will they last?
Implants are a safe, well-established treatment. It’s probably true to say that implants, much like natural teeth, will last for as long as you care for them. How well you look after your implants – and whether you go for your regular maintenance appointments – will have the biggest impact on how long they will last.
If you don’t look after your implants they will develop a coating similar to what you get on neglected natural teeth. Left untreated, this can lead to gum infection, bleeding, soreness and general discomfort. You could get all these problems with natural teeth. If your implants are well looked after, and if the bone they are fitted to is strong and healthy, you can expect them to last for many years. However, just as with other surgical implants (such as a hip replacement) there is no lifetime guarantee.
What is involved in the fitting of a dental implant?
In a straight forward case the insertion of an implant will take around 15 minutes.
If necessary, it is possible to extract an existing tooth and fit your new implant immediately. This will however, depend on the tooth we are working on and the condition of your gums.
What if I have had issues with gum disease?
If you have suffered with gum disease in the past you may now have lower bone density. Don’t despair as there are a number of ways in which we could improve the situation.
Bone grafts and sinus lifts can both be used to help rebuild any missing bone. Do be aware though – if procedures such as these are required, healing will need to take place before your implants are fitted.
We also offer wrinkle softening injections (Botulinum toxin), dermal fillers for a full range of areas, lip enhancement, as well as apply chemical peels. Our skilful and gentle clinicians use the highest quality materials at reasonable prices. Visit us for a free consultation.
You are in Good Hands
Your first visit will be a calm and gentle experience. In our tranquil waiting room we will offer you a drink, ask you to fill a medical form and give you our price list. You will then meet the dentist and will spend time to getting to know each other, so you can tell us your past experiences with dentistry and your thoughts and wishes for your teeth. We give you the time and space to express yourself and listen without judgment. Your dentist will then conduct a thorough examination of your teeth and take any necessary X-rays (with consent).
After your inspection, the dentist will use a mirror to show you the current condition of your mouth and explain any X-ray results. They will discuss the pros and cons of the treatment options available to you. You will have all the guidance and information you need to guide you to choose which option may be best for you. We use clear communication to enable you to make informed choices. When planning treatments, your comfort and the long term benefit to you is always our main concern.
Dr Kevin Gilmore
Principal Dentist & Dental Implant Specialist
Kevin had extensive post-graduate training in all aspects of routine and cosmetic dentistry and is highly experienced. He is regarded a top five most skilled dentists by the prestigious nationwide dental laboratory ukdentech.com. Dr Kevin is originally from Co. Down in Northern Ireland. He studied at Liverpool University Dental School, graduating in 2002. He holds a masters degree in dental implants. He has excellent clinical skills and takes great pride in the quality of his work and his warm and friendly communication skills.
Prof Karin E Sisti
Dental Implant Specialist
Karin qualified in 1997 from UFMS-Brazil and her UK license is from the Royal College of Surgeon of England. She holds a PhD Degree and she has over 20 year’s experience as a specialist. She is passionate about complex surgeries and she has a lot of experience in wisdom tooth extraction, she is also able to treat patients with high risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). Dr Sisti has published award-winning research in stem cell therapy and implants and has worked as scientific post-doctorate researcher at Southampton University. She has excellent communication skills. Karin enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, travelling, cooking, and learning languages. As well as English, she speaks fluent Portuguese, Spanish and Italian, she is also studying French.
Dr Mo Riaz
Dentist
Dr Mohammed qualified from the Barts and London school of dentistry in 2012 and has over a decade of experience as a general dentist. Following this he has completed membership exams with the Royal College of Surgeons and is currently undertaking formal postgraduate training in Orthodontics. Over the years Mohammed has lectured at both London and Oxford Deaneries, sharing his skills and knowledge as part of national training programmes. With a calm and gentle manner to put patients at ease, Mohammed is particularly fond of helping anxious patients overcome their fears with a range of techniques. He has a passion for Cosmetic Dentistry, particularly Composite Bonding/Veneers, Whitening, Crown, and Bridgework. Outside of Dentistry Mohammed enjoys following the ups and downs of Arsenal Football club, travelling, photography, and spending time with his young family.
Dr Sara Assarian
Dentist
Dr Sara qualified in 2009 from United Arab Emirates but she is originally from Iran. After she obtained her UK license, she worked as an associate dentist in all aspects of routine dentistry. She continues to develop her skills and, since her main interest was cosmetic dentistry, she got a post graduate certificate in cosmetic and restorative dentistry from London. Sara takes a great pride in her warm communication skills. In her spare time Sara likes to play boxing. She is also really keen in interior design aspect.
Dr Suki Duggal
Dentist
Dr Suki is a dentist qualifying from the University of Birmingham. He is a skilful and experienced dentist, patients enjoy his calm and professional approach. In his spare time Suki enjoys following boxing and playing the guitar.
Milena Taylor
Dental Therapist
Dr Milena graduated dental university in her home country Bulgaria where she ran her own private dental surgery until 2019. Her English husband and she decided to permanently come back to the UK so their daughter could continue her education in a University in London. She has been fully registered with the General Dental Council in the UK since 2012. Milena has a special interest in periodontology and has successfully treated gum disease for over 30 years. She enjoys working with different patients and is compassionate towards solving their problems. She intends to expand her knowledge in periodontology by enrolling in a master course in the near future. In her free time Milena likes to travel and spend time with her family and friends. She loves skiing, hiking and listening to music. She speaks Greek, Bulgarian, English, Russian, and Spanish fluently.
Anna Ortega
Dental Hygienist
Anna is one of our lovely and gentle dental therapists. She enjoys attending to the needs of our patients and has a charming and bubbly personality that patients and staff warm too. She always gives a fantastic service and patients leave smiling. Anna is Venezuelan and she enjoys singing, dancing and beach walks.
Krystal Duty
Practice Manager
Krystal is our fantastic practice manager ensuring patient satisfaction is achieved, she prides herself in going above and beyond for her patients, staff and their needs. She has been with practice since 2016. Krystal joined as an experienced and qualified dental nurse but has full heartedly invested in the practice, which is evident in all she does. She has been the manager of Shirley Avenue Dental care since 2018 and has had a heavy hand in achieving the great service we are able to provide to our patients today. Krystal is also busy in her free time as she has two sons which she dotes on.
Melissa
Head Dental Nurse
Melissa is our qualified and dedicated head nurse; she has been with the practice since 2016. She mostly works alongside our principal dentist Dr. Kevin Gilmore. She enjoys being part of the patient journey helping to achieve the desired result especially when she can use her experience of dental implants. Melissa is the queen of organising; she ensures that the nurses are prepared for the day ahead to provide a smooth experience for all. In Melissa’s spare time she is very social and enjoys spending time with her husband and day’s out with friends, to unwind she enjoys reading novels.
Bronte
Dental Nurse
Bronte is one of our trainee dental nurses, she has been with the practice since 2022. She has fitted in well to the Shirley Avenue team. She enjoys the variety of treatments we offer and the rewarding outcomes for the patient. Bronte is a quick learner and very adaptable, patients like her polite and calming manner. When Bronte is not at work or college she enjoys studying, spending time with her partner and traveling.
Kaitlin
Dental Nurse
Kate is one of our qualified nurses that has joined the practice in 2022. She has previous experience and is knowledgeable in her role. She is proactive and always finding ways to help patients and staff alike. She has impeccable manners and a calm but confident approach, which puts patients at ease. Kate can speak Hungarian which is useful when translation is needed. In Kates spare time she enjoys time cooking for her partner, and spending time with her nephews in London.
Liwia
Dental Nurse
Liwia is one of our qualified nurses, she has been with the practice since 2020. She loves her job and her patients, you will notice she is always accommodating for the benefit of her patients and loves to see everyone smile. Liwia can also speak Polish, which is such a great tool to help communicate with our Polish community. In her spare time, she enjoys a good time with her friends, she enjoys dancing and spare of the moment plans.
Magdalena
Dental Nurse
Magda is one of our assistant Head nurses and predominantly safeguarding lead. Magda has been with the Practice since 2020, where she has flourished into a lead member of staff. Magda can speak English and Polish which is a great for reassuring our Polish speaking patients. In Magda’s time away from work she is kept just as busy if not more with her son and daughter, whether that be park trips, forest walks or cinemas etc.
Niki Taylor
Dental Nurse
Niki is one of our assistant Head nurses, predominantly Head of decontamination. She has been with the practice since 2015, and has an enormous wealth of experience and knowledge; there is no question she can not answer! In her spare time she has her hands full with her young son and on occasion when she does have time to relax she enjoys nature photography and cooking.
Shani
Dental Nurse
Shani is one of our trainee dental nurses, she has been with the practice since 2020. You will notice Shani for her positivity, she can light up the darkest of skies. Children especially are relaxed and comfortable around Shani as she seems to be able to develop a great connection with them which she has gained through her previous work experiences. In her spare time she loves to be creative, she is very talented at embroidery, painting, photography, the list goes on…
Zuhra
Dental Nurse
Zuhra is one of our trainee dental nurses (so close to completion), she has been with the practice since 2020. She is an important member of the practice as she is diligent, calm and comforting especially for our slightly more anxious patients. Zuhra can also speak Farsi which is a comforting experience for our Farsi speaking patients. She does have a cheeky sense of humour if your lucky enough to witness it. In her spare time she enjoys watching the F1 and Korean Dramas.
Dental Plans to Budget Your Private Dental Care
- 10% discount on all routine treatment (excluding implants)
- Free routine x-rays
- Free Worldwide Dental A&E Insurance Cover
Our plans include first-class Worldwide Dental A&E Insurance Cover underwritten by Hiscox. This covers the cost of treatment for any accidental damage to your teeth, or needing a dentist in an emergency away from home, or outside of normal surgery hours.
Level 1
- just 71p per day
Level 2
- just £1.10 per day
Both plans give your two dental examinations a year and two X-Rays. Level 1 allows for two free dental hygiene visits per year, whereas level 2 offer four visit per year. Becoming a member is quick and simple. You can set up your monthly Direct Debit payment at reception or by getting in touch with the practice. Please note, a £8 registration fee will also be collected with your first month’s collection. No deposit is required to book. At reception one of our team will answer any further questions.
New patient assessment - Only £74.99
Our state-of-the-art 3D scanner to allows us to assess your mouth better than using a standard X-Ray and exposes you to less radiation. We can see the number, position, and growth of all the teeth including those that have not yet surfaced or erupted through the gum. This can be particularly useful to check hard to see areas like wisdom teeth, or the development of a child’s jaw and teeth.
023 8077 4056
Monday – Thursday: 8am – 8pm
Friday: 8am – 3.30pm
Saturday: 8am – 2pm
34 Shirley Avenue
Southampton
SO15 5NG