BUPA BANK DENTAL CENTRE
77 CORNHILL, LONDON EC3V 3QQ
77 CORNHILL, LONDON EC3V 3QQ
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Central London
0808 271 4799
The Natural Dentist
From the pain of broken teeth, back to smiling and living!
An extreme fear of the dentist had Natasha living with a painful mouth for many years. She rarely smiled fully, didn’t talk openly and avoided being social. Natasha endured years of oral problems as she really feared going to the see the dentist...
After visiting Shaila
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Chen really wanted to feel secure with her front teeth, so that she could smile, talk and eat normally. It was important for her to feel comfortable with the dentist.
A 33 year old woman came with a bridge for a front tooth that was loose. The bridge was made for her 10 years prior in China, but Chen had not visited the dentist since then.
On examination, the bridge was loose because the adjacent teeth used to anchor it were deteriorating. Chen was concerned that any remedial treatment should be long lasting, so that she did not have to go through this process every 10 years.
After visiting Shaila
After careful treatment planning and discussion, a new implant retained bridge was provided, which allowed Chen to smile and eat with confidence.
Along with diet advice, Chen was shown how to maintain her dental restorations for their future longevity.
With this increased confidence, Chen has booked a 6 week holiday, fulfilling her travel ambitions.
*Please note patients names have been changed for privacy.
8 years since her last visit to the dentist. She was really NERVOUS after having a bad experience with the dentist as a child, and her trusted family dentist had retired.
A 27 year old woman came for a check-up with bleeding gums and a sore front tooth.
On assessment, early gum disease was detected and an X-ray assessment revealed a cyst on her front tooth. Although this was unpleasant news, it was vital to treat the cyst promptly.
Her management plan included gum treatment, a joint consultation with the implant surgeon to explore cyst treatment allowing the patient to make an informed decision knowing that she was in safe hands.
After visiting Shaila
In the following months, she managed to quit smoking, get her gums healthy and have her cyst removed. She is really pleased with her new front tooth, and feeling more confident about her dental health.
*Please note patients names have been changed for privacy.
A 45 year old man was getting married but was concerned about his discoloured front tooth spoiling his big day.
He was petrified of the dentist and so was invited to attend his first meeting with his fiancé, who was already a patient of our practice.
On examination, it was found that his general dental health was reasonable, and the most pressing issue was the discoloured front tooth.
After visiting Shaila
After helping Phil build confidence by carrying out an initial cleaning appointment, we were able to use numbing gel and dental anaesthetic to provide a pain free front tooth filling.
Phil was delighted with the results and had a wonderful wedding day.
*Please note patients names have been changed for privacy.
This patient wanted a whiter smile, with In-chair treatment, as she was concerned about tooth sensitivity
Philips Zoom In chair whitening was used to create an instantly brighter and more confident smile in one session
This patient was concerned about the colour and shape of the teeth as the front teeth were eroding away
After a few weeks of Home whitening, composite edge bonding was added to the front teeth to restore the original shape
This patient arrived for an emergency appointment after breaking his front tooth after a fall, and was due fly a few days later
With careful assessment, the tooth was restored with a composite restoration to restore aesthetics and function,
A bad child hood experience led to this patient being really scared of visiting the dentist, she noticed dark discoloured areas between her front teeth
We helped the patient overcome her dental phobia and restore her smile by placing invisible fillings on her front teeth
This patient has missing lateral incisors, which led to spacing between the front teeth, he didn’t want to have lengthy dental treatment but was keen to improve his smile
A trial smile was created to show the new look, teeth were whitened with a Home Kit, and six composite veneers were placed on the front teeth
Following a fall, the front teeth had become discoloured, and there was natural spacing between the teeth
The teeth were whitened with a Home Kit, and a trial smile was showcased on models, crowns were placed on the two front teeth and veneers were used to close spacing on the other teeth
The old crown and bridgework on the front teeth was loose due to tooth decay and the patient wanted a better smile
The tooth decay and old bridge was removed, a new Implant retained bridge and a separate crown was provided
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"I could not have been in better hands or wished for better care from the one I received from Shaila whilst undergoing the treatment which took nearly two years. Even now, some months after the treatment has been completed, I still smile every morning when I look in the mirror. My teeth look perfect and no one can tell. I am deeply grateful and would recommend Shaila to anyone."
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Central London
0808 271 4799
The Natural Dentist
"Thank you so much for all your patience and kindness when treating me and for helping me overcome my fear of dentists."
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Central London
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"I would like to sincerely thank you for the incredibly kind and thoughtful summary you have sent me, it is gratefully received. You have been wonderful every step of the way in my transformation and recovery. I will always be grateful for you putting me on the right track by being sincere, kind, caring and informative and empowering me to make the correct lifestyle choices."
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Central London
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"I had a very positive experience with Shaila. She listened carefully to my symptoms which made me more confident of her diagnosis. She then explained exactly what she was going to do, why, and how much it would cost. This made the treatment much less stressful. The treatment itself went smoothly and relieved all my symptoms."
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Central London
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"I wanted to say how impressed I was with Shaila as a dentist both in terms of her technical abilities and personal skills. I have not been an easy customer: constantly questioning, changing appointments, seeking referrals, requiring tricky dental work and striving to keep costs down. Shaila has always met these needs brilliantly with a friendly and very client-focused approach."
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Central London
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"I have to say that all my life I have been terrified about dentists. I did not visit a dentist for 3 years because I had a very bad experience with the last dentist I visited. But when Allen & Overy opened the dental practice here at Bishops Gate, I had at the back of my mind that I would visit one day (as if !!!). However that day took me by surprise when I started suffering from a severe toothache. So kicking and screaming I see myself going down there to book an appointment to see the dentist !!! When I got there I met Shaila. She had the most beautiful smile and a very nice personality and immediately I felt in good hands. She knew straight away that I had that fear on my face and she first spend some time talking to me to calm me down. The practice was just opened then and there was no radio. So she got out her Ipod and showed me all these albums she had with her and asked me which one I would like to listen while she was going to look what was wrong with my tooth. Considering the fact that my last appointment with the dentist was a nightmare I just could not believe what was happening this time. The sensation of actually coming to see a dentist was rather appealing than a nightmare.
Eventually I was on the lounging chair listening to the music playing while Shaila was working on my tooth. I just could not believe I was having my tooth done but at the same time I was very relaxed. Even while she was working on my tooth she kept asking me how I was and kept talking to me. Shaila is simply brilliant I think she has got a a lot to offer. Shaila is very professional and very good with people. Felt like a VIP when I walked down there. All I can say is “WELL DONE Shaila for the future and keep the good job and the wonderful spirit, personality and smile."
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"Just a quick note to say many thanks for all your help in sorting out my tooth. I really appreciated your friendly gentle manner and your compassion. Please don’t retire any time soon!"
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New Patient Consultation for Nervous, Anxious & Phobic Patients is £157
This is a 60 minute appointment which will include a Dental Anxiety Assessment, Dental Check- Up with two small X-rays, and dental anxiety management options if dental treatment is required.
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Central London
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So nice to see a dentist who truly cares about her patients. She took a very in depth look at my teeth and gums and was keen to get to the root of the issue. She made me feel very comfortable and explained everything in detail so that I could understand my symptoms. Would highly recommend.
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Central London
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I had very bad experiences with some dentists in London prior to finding Dr. Shaila. I don’t normally write reviews, but I hope this review helps anyone looking for a dentist and avoid bad experiences like I had! Dr. Shaila is down to earth! She is very open and honest, and helps me to stay calm and understand my dental issues. It’s rare to find dentists who will take time to explain thoroughly or who genuinely care about patients like she does.
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Central London
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The Natural Dentist
With a number of advanced techniques and a high level of hygiene safety you can feel assured you are in good hands with Shaila Patel - Central London and her highly skilled assistant Violeta at The Natural Dentist & Bupa Dental Bank
Your emotional and mental well-being as well as physical health of your teeth is exceptionally well looked after and a top priority. As a nervous patient; time is taken to be sure I am comfortable, able to be part of the process and informed at every moment. I can take things slow or stop and have a breather anytime needed. My fears have been significantly reduced. I particularly like the use of the wand; a gentle, painless way to administer anaesthetic and numbing affect pre injections. For those that don’t like the drilling noise; gentle music is available or you can watch something of choice as a distraction.
The dental work, care and technologies used with Shaila are an exceptional standard. There is nothing more delightful than to have your dental health, your beautiful smile and confidence restored. I am filled with tears of joy. Highly recommended Dentist.
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Central London
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I use to hate the dentist and didn't go for years but I feel so comfortable and confident about seeing Shaila and Violeta.
From start to finish they were reassuring and professional. I can actually smile again now thanks to these two!
Thanks again ladies.
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Central London
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Shaila made me not being afraid of dentists and anaesthesia! Excellent communication, extra calming and answers all my strange questions. Most of all, Shaila is confident of her work and very professional in all aspects.
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Central London
0808 271 4799
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Really good dental experience!
Not something anyone would say lightly!
So happy to have found a holistic dentist near my home in east London. Highly recommended.
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Central London
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Due to Covid 19 Social Distancing, I am currently unable to see my usual dentist/ hygienist. I found Shaila online and sought her advice. She responded very quickly and I had an online consultation this morning.
I was very impressed by her kind manner, detailed questions, generosity of time and advice, especially considering I am not looking to change dentist, just for lockdown-period advice.
Although my experience with Shaila is limited, I really enjoyed my consultation and would recommend her to anyone.
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Central London
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I have been visiting Shaila for 2 years now and have always been very impressed and happy with my experience. I have complex spacing and was going to proceed with veneers but Shaila diligently assessed my case and recommended that I go with composite bonding instead, to prevent irreversible damage to my teeth.
The composite bonding result vastly exceeded my expectations! The result is extremely natural and quite incredible given it is “just” composite bonding. Shaila is highly skilled, diligent and, I genuinely believe, wants the absolute best for her patients (which is not always the case with others). In addition, she is a perfectionist and was more than happy to arrange follow-up appointments until we were both fully happy with the result.
I have a great deal of trust in the course of treatment(s) Shaila proposes and I can’t recommend her enough. You will very much struggle to find a dentist who is as thoughtful, diligent and as skilled as Shaila.
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Henry
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I had a dental emergency during the pandemic. My dentist's practica was closed and I was redirected to the one of Dr. Shaila Patel - Central London. She quickly responded (whithin a few hours of my request) and offered a free consultation that same day. During the consultation she was able to assess the criticality of my case (I can know confirm, since I've managed to see my dentist) and, most importantly, she put my mind at ease (I was freaking out after the typical google images search...). Aside from this, she provided advice on how to treat the tooth while waiting for BoJo to reopen the dental practices and even sent me a link for home care. When talking to Shaila, she gives you that reassurance that only people that know what they are talking about give. I know that I will go and see if my normal dentist is unavailable in the future.
So if you are in dental pain/trouble, avoid google images (trust me on this), and go see her! =)
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Central London
0808 271 4799
The Natural Dentist
As a severe dentist phobic it still feels surreal to believe I had root canal work earlier this week! I'd never have managed it without Shaila's incredible care and compassion. It was also completely pain-free both during and afterwards.
Having avoided the dentist for many years, I inevitably need quite a lot of work doing, but with Shaila's help I've managed to go from feeling utterly terrified to rather looking forward to having it all done.
If you're a nervous patient - don't hesitate. Shaila will look after you. There's no hurry or pressure and I've felt comfortable asking lots of follow-up questions. Violetta, the dental nurse, is great too, and very caring.
Shame is a big part of the problem for many nervous patients who have avoided the dentist and this was quickly eliminated, leaving me feeling very comfortable. Be honest about your fears and Shaila will help - it's been genuinely life-changing for me and given my confidence a significant boost.
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Central London
0808 271 4799
The Natural Dentist
I've known Dr. Shaila Patel for almost 6 years. At the beginning I worked in the same building of her practice surgery. So it was the connivence made me know her. Since then, I've had check ups, fillings, extraction and crown replacement. All the treatments I've received from her have been carried out pain free and with brilliant results. I always come back to her for dental treatments although my work is no longer close to where she works.
She is professional, super friendly, caring and honest. She always try to give the best suggestions, and I feel that I can trust her completely. I couldn't recommend her highly enough. It's truly a joy to be her patient.
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Central London
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The Natural Dentist
MAGICAL DENTIST ....... If you are anxious about visiting the dentist please read until the end as I hope to put some of your fears to rest and confirm that you are absolutely in the best hands with Dr Shaila Patel - Central London (I really cannot tell you how amazing this woman is, but hopefully by the end of the review you will have an idea, so read on!)
To cut a long story short, I'd put off going to the dentist as I suffer from severe health anxiety and I just couldn't face it, until one day I felt a different sensation in my mouth, uh oh!
I was initially faced with finding a new dentist (my old one was great, but 600 miles away as i relocated) and I was suffocated with the thought that a new dentist might recommend a lot of work - its really hard to trust someone you just met, with something you might feel really vulnerable and frightened about, right?
I'd read a few reviews about Shaila that were really promising - especially in her approach to nervous patients and I booked in for a check up. From the instant I walked in I was greeted with a really welcoming and reassuring smile and in that moment, she wasn't my dentist, she was my friend and ally - I really felt Shaila could tell I'd been through the 'wars in my head' just to get through the door and she was in no rush to get me into the chair, she just wanted to talk and get to know me and understand my fears! (Tip: something that really worked for me was to write down on a bit paper all the things that I was scared of and I then showed it to Shaila and we discussed each fear on the page!)
The check up was great, I actually left feeling more relaxed than I went in even thought I was told I needed a filling! (Tip: sometimes its the fear of the unknown that makes it worse!) Shaila reassured me throughout the checkup and told me everything she was doing before doing it to ensure I was in agreement - it really felt that the check up was on my terms - which if your anxious, can make all the difference. She listened and she laughed with me and she lightened the mood entirely!
I knew I needed to return for the filling and was completely dreading it, Shaila was conscious of the impact this was having on me and encouraged a quick appointment to get it sorted rather than leaving it for a few weeks - that way it wouldn't be on my mind! Sheila also arranged a longer than normal appointment to ensure we would have time, to take out time! (wow!)
On my return I was encouraged to bring anything no matter how silly and so i rocked up with my big girl pants on with my hot water bottle and noise cancelling earphones!
Shaila numbed me up to get the procedure moving and this was the scariest part for me (a needle phobic!) She used this new technology called the wand which delivers pain free anaesthesia (I'd read some reviews about this new method of numbing, but didn't believe it would actually be pain free) Shaila was so precise I honestly didn't feel a thing not even a pinch (and I don't mean the pain was barely noticeable, it wasn't there at all!) After that, the procedure went to plan and a week later, my tooth feels no different to than it did before which is a tell tale sign of a great dentist!
I left Shaila's care feeling myself again, feeling relaxed and that not only had my oral health improved, but my mental health had improved too. This was clearly over and above Shailas job role, but how wonderful to find a dentist that works from the heart.
I can honestly say this was the best dental experience of my life (and I've had good experiences in the past - but this was extra special and thats not something I thought I would be saying about getting a filling!)
So from one anxious patient to another, if you are in 2 minds about going to the dentist and which dentist to choose, choose Dr Shaila Patel - Central London, she's pretty special!
