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In this month’s aesthetic dentistry expert column, Manrina Rhode tackles the tricky case of restoring a single central incisor. The hardest treatment we do as aesthetic dentists is restoring a single central incisor. We’re trying to create a restoration that mimics nature so well that it is indistinguishable in the most prominent part of us, … Continued
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Broken veneers are a common worry amongst patients, but not necessarily a common problem. Manrina Rhode explores what causes a fractured veneer and when to replace it. I do a lot of porcelain veneers. Approximately eight to 10 units a day. When I last counted, I had done 12,000! When patients come for a consultation … Continued
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Trust is essential between dentist and patient. Manrina Rhode explores what too much trust is and what is not trusting you enough. As aesthetic dentists, it’s paramount that patients have the utmost trust in your abilities. They have chosen you to complete an elective procedure because they trust you will make them look better in … Continued
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Manrina Rhode gives her top tips for completing an aesthetic dental consultation as well as things to consider during the process. You may want to allow 60-90 minutes for this consultation. Often there are patients who you have seen for a general check up who expressed an interest in cosmetic dental options. You should then … Continued
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This month Manrina Rhode explores white spots, what causes them, possible treatments and the pros and cons to each. White spots can vary in degree of visibility. Some are barely visible, others only become apparent in the morning or after dental visits. Others glaringly obvious, potentially cause insecurity when smiling. For patients who are not … Continued
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Patients often go through life wondering what they can do to close their midline diastema. There are several options for them and several considerations. Manrina Rhode explores a few of these. Braces to close the diastema Braces can close the gap. This is a long process depending on the angulation of the upper central teeth. … Continued
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Gummy smiles are becoming an increasingly apparent problem for patients. Here Manrina Rhode discusses treatment options available. Almost once a week someone contacts me to discuss reduction of a gummy smile. There is a large demand for it, once patients are aware this is something you can help with. When analysing a gummy smile there … Continued
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Manrina Rhode presents an award-winning dermal filler case study. This 51-year-old lady came to see me because she said she was a happy person but her mouth looked ‘sad’. In particular, she pointed to her marionette lines asking what I could do about these. She had her forehead and around the eye ‘smile lines’ treated … Continued
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Launching her new series, the Aesthetic Dentistry Expert, Manrina Rhode covers the dos and don’ts of dental photography. I wanted to start this series on aesthetic dentistry talking about dental photography and why it’s so important in aesthetic clinical practice. I want to start by outlining the importance of a photography consent form. My practice … Continued
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Manrina Rhode examines the importance of seeing your brand values – and the needs of your target audience – clearly. A brand is the expression of an individual or company. You can’t market a brand without first creating one – and you also can’t create the brand without understanding what’s the message behind it. Hopefully … Continued
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When it comes to branding, Manrina Rhode explains why making an emotional connection with your target audience can help you stand out from the crowd. I am a dental surgeon, working predominantly in cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics. Around 15 years ago, I was the dentist at Harrods and Harvey Nichols department stores and I … Continued
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This is a cosmetic dental course. It gives you the opportunity to learn how to complete smile makeovers from Dr Manrina Rhode, one of the leading cosmetic dentists in the UK. Designing Smiles It’s a four-day course across two weekends in central London. There is a live patient to complete the smile makeover on. You … Continued
