There  is obviously some preparatory work that has to be carried out before the implants can be placed, as you can imagine the amount of bone the patient will have lost over the years, but after full head x-rays were taken and some study models cast, the patient and Mr Maguire are more than happy to go ahead with the work.

Shes been looking forward to this for almost a year & now it has finally come!!!

Kerri is Mr John Wrights nurse & he is going to miss her her,even though shes only away for 2 weeks!!! So have fun Kerri & dont miss work too much!! lol

He has to get rid of his one tooth partial denture and have an implant placed !

He has had his initial consultation with Dr Greig McLean and after having study models made and an OPT radiograph taken the prognosis looks good and the implant is being placed on Saturday.

Our receptionist is over the moon, and even though the final crown restoration won’t be placed for about another 3-4 months, she is glad she has a man with a full set of teeth !

We have done a number of these dentures and the response has been good. Patients who have worn acrylic dentures in the past and have chnged to Valplast have been amazed at the difference. Have booked the patient in with Jamie Maguire - our resident denture guru – and will keep you updated with her progress.

Having completed my science doctorate/PhD in 1991, I felt that a career in dentistry would suit a part of my character which places great importance on paying attention to detail, which in turn leads to successful outcomes. After qualifying in dentistry in 1996 with commendation, I have thoroughly enjoyed life as a dentist and worked in the Glasgow area since then, honing my dental skills along the way. I soon came to the conclusion that preventatively orientated dentistry should be paramount, ‘prevention is better than cure’, and as a result promote several options that are not always available on the NHS system. My belief is that everyone should be given a choice of all up to date treatment and reasonable options available. With this approach in mind I have a specialised interest in the use of white/tooth coloured restoratives as these have been shown to preserve and increase tooth lifespan as opposed to standard fillings. They can be used as an alternative to and also prevent the later need for crowns and veneers as sound tooth structure is maintained in all cases. Also in this ever changing world that is more cosmetically aware, I am able to provide veneers/crowns where appropriate and resin restorative build ups together with the use of Botox anti wrinkle treatment for both young and more senior members of the community. In recent years I have attained a qualification in advanced dental acupuncture, a useful tool which can be used to treat general stress, anxiety, dental jaw muscle pain and those individuals with a prominent gag reflex. All preliminary discussions on any matter are most welcome. Thankyou