Illume Blog | October 2012

Illume Blog

Welcome to the Illume blog. We are not just about dentistry, we are about championing the importance of doing things properly. With our blog we aim to give you a more detailed insight into the sort of people we are as well as keeping you up-to-date with the latest developments in dentistry and news from our practice in Cheltenham.

We welcome your feedback and comments so please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Latest news on tooth whitening from Illume in Cheltenham

31 October 2024 | Illume

Illume dental practice in Cheltenham always champions the cause of doing things properly and so we want to share the latest advice from the General Dental Council with you.The GDC states that tooth whitening is the practice of dentistry and MUST be carried out by a registered dentist or a registered therapist or registered hygienist under the supervision of a dentist.It also states that tooth whitening undertaken by untrained and unregulated individuals carries significant risks. THE ONLY SAFE OPTION IS TO USE A GDC REGISTERED DENTIST. For more information please visit

http://www.gdc-uk.org/Newsandpublications/Publications/Publications/GDC_Tooth_whitening_leaflet%20%282%29.pdf

Many of our clients at Illume have whitened their teeth and are delighted with the results. If you would like brighter, whiter teeth please contact us on 01242 522230 or [email protected] and we'll be delighted to make you an appointment.

 

 

Illume clients believe we're not the average dental practice and here are their top 20 reasons why!

25 October 2024 | Illume

 

1.      We have trusted and recommended dentists and hygienists.

2.      We believe in building long term relationships with our clients.

3.      We don’t rush you and we don’t tell you off.

4.      We listen to what you really want.......

5.      .....And then we offer you the treatment that fits with your wants and needs including tooth straightening, tooth whitening, implants and even snore guards.

6.      .....And we understand if you don’t want advanced dentistry....we do the less complex stuff too....but to a really high standard.

7.      We do our absolute best to keep to time.

8.      Our Membership entitles you to a 20% discount off most treatments and 10% off orthodontics and implants and offers excellent value for money.

9.      We also offer interest free finance to help you spread the cost of treatment.

10.    We have a large, convenient and free car park.

11.    We have a relaxed and friendly reception with up to date magazines, a daily newspaper, free WiFi and great tea and coffee.....

12.    ......and a welcoming, kind, polite and courteous reception team.

13.    We offer modern professionalism with traditional values.

14.    We put your health and well being at the core of everything we do.

15.    We pay attention to your privacy and have a consultation room for confidential conversations.

16.    We have been established on this site for over 40 years.

17.    We keep up to date with the latest technology and current thinking and the whole team regularly undertakes more than the required amount of continuous professional development and training to ensure you’re in safe hands!

18.    We ensure your safety with excellence in cross infection procedures and digital radiography.

19.    Our hygiene team explain how you can best look after your teeth and gum health at home.

20.    We have an air conditioned practice for your comfort.

 

If you like the sound and feel of Illume and would like to join us please call 01242 522230 or email [email protected] to book your new client consultation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Advice on mouth cancer awareness from Illume dentists in Cheltenham.

03 October 2024 | Illume

With Mouth Cancer Awareness Month coming up in November we wanted to draw your attention to some facts that could be really helpful. According to the British Dental Health Foundation mouth cancer can be caused by poor nutrition. Increasing evidence suggests that Omega 3 found in eggs and fish can help to lower the risks as can foods high in fibre such as nuts, seeds, wholewheat pasta and bread and brown rice.

At Illume our dentists carry out an oral cancer check at every Healthy Mouth Review and New Client Consultation. This is just one more reason to choose Illume for your dental care. If you would like the peace of mind that this screening can provide please call us on 01242 522230 or email [email protected] to book your appointment. We look forward to hearing from you.

Another satisfied customer!

02 October 2024 | Illume

As a practice that prides itself on the personal care we offer, we love hearing positive feedback from our clients when they have received a particularly good service. We were sent the email below yesterday and thought we’d share it with you as it made us smile....

 

Hi there,

 

Just back from my first dentist appointment in far too many years. Ended up having a tooth out & feeling a bit groggy right now, but wanted to say thanks to everyone there, had a wonderful service from start to finish, from the friendly reception staff, to Jean the hygienist and especially Sarah who was amazing.

 

I half expected a bit of a telling off having not been for sooo long, but not a jot of judgement ! Just a helpful, professional and friendly service.

 

So, time for a cuppa and maybe a bit of a lie down.

 

Many thanks again,

 

David

 

If you’ve received a great service from Illume, we’d love to hear from you. Follow this link  to read more testimonials from happy Illume clients.

 

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