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Dr Frank Goulbourn (BDS (Lond) LDS RCS (Eng) MSc (Warwick) Implant Dent.)
Frank, the principal dentist at Bancroft Dentistry, qualified from University College Hospital, London in 1988, and has been working in Hitchin since 1991.
Frank’s area of special interest lies within the field of dental implants, and has a Masters degree in Implantology from Warwick University – one of the leading medical centres in Europe. An active member of both the Association of Dental Implantology and the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he also lectures on the subject…
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Fahd Saleh
BDS, MFGDP (UK), MJDF RCSEng, DipConSed, DipMan, DipRD RCSEng, MClindent, MPerioRCSEdin
Specialist Periodontist with special interest in implant therapies and conscious sedation
Fahd qualified in 2003 from University of Glasgow. He developed a wide repertoire of clinical interests through various hospital posts and degrees.
Fahd completed specialist training with distinction from Guys and St Thomas Hospital Trust and Kings College London and is currently clinical lead for periodontics in several award -winning practices.
Alongside his clinical commitments, Fahd continues to maintain an active interest in periodontal research and teaching. He actively participates in mentoring and training dentists and hygienists and has given numerous lectures to local, national and international audiences…
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the Bancroft way . . . putting patients first
Modern technology at Bancroft Dentistry!
At Bancroft Dentistry we are constantly investing and re-investing in technology to make our jobs easier, more accurate and better for our patients!
Digital x-rays – we have always embraced digital technology in order to get fast instant results and reduce the radiation dose to our patients
CT scanner – our jewel in the crown is the ability to take CT scans here in Hitchin (without the needless trip to London as in the past) – we’ve invested in a machine that can take dedicated 3D images for use in accurately planning and placing implants as well as investigating anything dental – useful for our specialists to use on the spot!
Digital intra-oral scanner – this takes the place of dental impressions and improves accuracy in one more step – so useful if you find this step difficult.
Dental Microscope – one for us geeks! But now means our clinicians and more specifically our endodontist can zoom things up to over 30x, so nothing misses our eagle eyes.
Teeth in a Day
Sometimes known as the All On 4 procedure.
Again, this was once the reserve of central London practices but now very much a treatment protocol here at Bancroft Dentistry.
As a former ‘Dentist of the Year’, Fahd Saleh our specialist periodontist is vastly experienced in placing implants and in particular the more complex nature of this type of treatment.
What is it and what does it involve?
Put simply, the All On 4 procedure involves strategically placing 4 implants into either jaw (usually when you have no teeth or sadly when the teeth that remain need to be removed) – these implants are generally fitted in one session and on the same day (hence the name!) a bridge is fitted to these 4 implants to restore your smile!
A lot of work goes into this as you can imagine but the results can be truly life-changing!
Speak to our reception team to arrange a consultation with Fahd who will talk you through this and answer any questions.
Single Implants
Replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant is considered to be the closest likeness to a natural tooth possible
They can be used to replace a single tooth or can be used to support a dental bridge to replace several missing teeth.
We know that you’ve probably done your research before seeing us, after all so many practices offer implants these days!
Be reassured that both Frank and Fahd have years of experience in placing dental implants and the benefits to you they bring.
(Frank has been placing implants since 2003 and has an MSc in Dental Implant Dentistry from Warwick University, whilst Fahd has degrees from several UK universities as well as the Royal College of Surgeons in London)
At Bancroft Dentistry we use only the highest quality dental implants (there are over 200 manufacturers of dental implants globally, but we concentrate on only the market leaders in Europe) as we believe a good result starts with the raw materials we are using.
Together with our CBCT scanner technology and intra-oral digital scanning we are able to plan implant placement accurately which in turn speeds up healing and leads to excellent results.
We only work with UK based dental technicians (some of whom we’ve worked closely with for many years).
Implant-retained Dentures
In some cases, and because sadly there might be some age-related bone loss, your dentures (particular the lower ones) may not stay in very well, even with modern fixatives.
The answer lies in placing implants to secure your denture.
Whilst not as invasive or expensive as placing a fixed bridge on implants, sometimes just simply placing 2 implants in the lower jaw is enough to keep your lower denture from ever moving!
The denture ‘clicks’ into special connections to the implants and your confidence in its staying there can be restored!
Ask our reception team for more information!
CARE
Dental health checks and assessments for all the family providing care plans for a future of great dental health.
CLEAN
Dental hygiene care and gum treatments to ensure optimal dental health and the foundation for great dentistry.
REPAIR
Using the very best of technology and techniques including dental fillings and dental crowns to repair your teeth to their natural form and beauty.
REPLACE
When teeth are missing we can provide dental implants, bridges and dentures to suit you based on the best evidence in dentistry
ENHANCE
Cosmetic dentistry, from teeth whitening to veneers using the most up to date treatments to enhance your smile.
PLAN
Spread the cost of your dental care with our Dental Care Plan which allows for monthly payments…
JOIN
We welcome new patients to Bancroft Dentistry, have a look around and find out more.
CONTACT
We want you to be able to contact your dental team with ease, phone, email, message, in person.
