A dentist has warned people to be careful about traveling abroad for dental procedures after treating a patient who lost eight front teeth following a botched procedure in Turkey.
Dr. Sahil Patel, a cosmetic dentist and founder of the Marylebone Smile Clinic in London, said that he has seen an increase in complications from overseas dental treatments.
He recommends doing research before choosing a clinic and getting treatment in the UK if possible.
According to Dr. Patel, the most common smile people ask for is Cheryl Cole’s. However, it is a misconception that implants are just as good as real teeth, and they are not as resilient as natural teeth.
They do not have the sensory feedback that a normal tooth has and can be damaging to the muscles and jaw if all teeth are replaced with implants.
Cleaning and maintenance of implant teeth is also difficult and often requires specialist treatment to ensure they last for the long term.
Dr. Patel advised looking out for red flags when selecting a clinic, such as not mentioning aftercare or risks and complications, limited online reviews or before and afters, being unable to answer questions in simple terms, and not explaining the results of x-rays.
Green flags include answering questions in-depth, high levels of client feedback, a full treatment plan issued, a detailed consultation and discussion about outcomes, and full post-operative instructions.
Before making any decisions, Dr. Patel recommended asking yourself if the treatment is cheaper and considering the potential long-term costs, such as inflamed gums, bite issues, root canal treatment, and pain.
He also advised understanding that many dentists in the UK may not want to treat you after, as any defective dental work would need to be replaced. Therefore, it is essential to receive the right dental care in a safe environment.
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