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Everything you need to know about preparing for your visit, our treatments, and how our clinic operates.
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How much does acne treatment cost?

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At Dental & Wellness London, our acne skin peel and in-clinic acne treatment are from £160 per session, usually as a short course. Consultation £65, redeemable.

What is the most effective treatment for acne in the UK?

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For mild to moderate acne, consistent skincare with proven ingredients plus in-clinic treatment such as our acne skin peel, which gives consistent, predictable results for most people. Moderate to severe acne often needs prescription treatment from your GP or a dermatologist.

Does the NHS offer treatment for acne scarring?

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Rarely; scar treatment is usually considered cosmetic. Your GP can advise.

How much does it cost to get acne scars treated?

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At Dental & Wellness London, microneedling is from £160, PRP £250, scar reduction from £225 and laser resurfacing from £195 per session.

What is the best treatment for acne scars in the UK?

Skin

Usually a combination matched to your scar types, such as microneedling, PRP, scar reduction and laser resurfacing.

How much does melasma laser treatment cost in the UK?

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At Dental & Wellness London, melasma treatment is from £80 per session, used only in selected cases.

What is the most effective treatment for hyperpigmentation?

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The one matched to its cause. A consultation identifies the type before treatment.

How much does pigmentation laser treatment cost in the UK?

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Prices vary by clinic. At Dental & Wellness London, Islington, pigmentation removal is from £80 per session.

Who prescribes it?

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Prescribed and administered by Dr Vishal Patel, BDS, MSc Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry, GDC 103127, the clinic’s sole aesthetic prescriber.

How long does it last?

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Usually three to four months.

How much is anti-wrinkle treatment in Islington?

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From £169 at Dental & Wellness London, including a two-week refresh. Consultation £65, redeemable.

Is “Botox” the same as anti-wrinkle treatment?

Skin

“Botox” is one brand of botulinum toxin. Anti-wrinkle treatment is the general term; the product is chosen at consultation.

Where is your aesthetic clinic?

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222 Essex Road, Islington, London N1 3AP, two minutes from Essex Road station.

Is the consultation free?

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The aesthetic consultation is £65, redeemable in full against treatment.

Who carries out aesthetic treatments?

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Prescribed and administered by Dr Vishal Patel, BDS, MSc Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry, GDC 103127, the clinic’s sole aesthetic prescriber.

How much does neck rejuvenation cost?

Skin

It depends on your plan. Skin boosters are from £250 (Profhilo £350), laser tightening from £195 per session, neck band treatment £300, and a thread lift (PDO threads from £600 for a single area; the Korean V Lift mono-thread lift is £1,600). Consultation £65, redeemable.

Can anti-wrinkle treatment lift a saggy neck?

Skin

It can soften prominent vertical neck bands and give a subtly smoother jawline, but it does not tighten loose skin.

Can I tighten a saggy neck without surgery?

Skin

Mild to moderate laxity can improve with laser tightening, skin boosters or a thread lift. Significant loose skin is best treated surgically.

What is the best treatment for neck rejuvenation?

Skin

It depends on what is causing the change: skin boosters for crepey skin, laser tightening for mild laxity, anti-wrinkle treatment for vertical bands, or a thread lift for more lift. Most people benefit from a combination.

Is there any downtime?

Skin

Very little. Skin may look pink for a few hours, and most people carry on as normal.

How much is laser skin tightening in London?

Skin

At Dental & Wellness London, Islington, laser lift and tighten is from £195 per session. The patch test is free, and the consultation is £65, redeemable in full.

Does laser skin tightening really work?

Skin

For mild to moderate laxity, yes, gradually over a course. It will not match a surgical lift for significant laxity.

When will I see results from PRP?

Skin

Skin often looks fresher within a few weeks, and improvement builds over two to three months after a course.

Does PRP hurt?

Skin

Numbing cream is applied first, so most people feel only mild discomfort. The blood draw is like a routine blood test.

How much is a PRP facial in London?

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At Dental & Wellness London, Islington, PRP is £250 per session. Most plans are three sessions. The consultation is £65, redeemable in full.