Significant facial sagging — heavy jowls, neck-skin redundancy that pinches and folds, complete loss of jawline definition — is generally beyond what non-surgical treatment can address. We refer to plastic surgery for surgical facelift consultation when that's the appropriate intervention. We are explicit about this boundary during consultation.
Mild laxity: laser tightening, Profhilo, skin boosters. Moderate laxity: thread lift combined with filler restoration of mid-face volume. Significant laxity: refer to plastic surgery for surgical facelift consultation. We assess and recommend during consultation.
Clinical examination, photography in consistent lighting, and direct assessment of how much skin can be lifted vs not lifted with manipulation. Mild laxity: early jowl formation, mild neck banding. Moderate laxity: visible jowls, moderate neck-skin redundancy. Significant laxity: heavy jowls, significant neck-skin redundancy — beyond non-surgical territory.
Yes. Strict sun protection for several weeks beforehand, and sometimes skincare to prepare the skin. We give you a clear plan.
No. We postpone laser treatment during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Skin looks smoother within a few weeks, and collagen-driven improvement continues for three to six months.
Sometimes, with very careful settings and a patch test. The risk of pigment change is higher, so we may recommend microneedling instead.
At Dental & Wellness London, Islington, laser resurface and smooth is from £195 per session. The patch test is free, and the consultation is £65, redeemable in full.
It depends on your skin and the depth of treatment. Many people have a short course; we recommend a number at consultation.
Usually a few days of redness and a rough, flaky feel after lighter settings, and longer after deeper treatment. Strict sun protection is needed for several weeks.
Rough texture, enlarged pores, fine lines, sun damage and some acne or surgical scars.
For the right skin, yes. A course of superficial peels reliably improves tone, texture and clarity with little downtime.
A few days of tightness, pinkness or flaking, sun sensitivity afterwards, and a risk of irritation or pigment change if the peel is too strong. That is why we assess your skin first.
A single peel brightens skin for a few weeks. A course, with good home care and daily SPF, gives longer-lasting improvement.
Usually, yes: daily SPF and sometimes home skincare for about two weeks beforehand. We tell you exactly what to use.
We avoid most peels during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Gentle facials may be possible; we will advise at consultation.
Yes, with the right peel and preparation. Gentler acids and careful strength reduce the risk of pigment change.
Usually a few days of tightness and light flaking. Most people return to work straight away.
Depends on your concerns and skin type. Superficial peels (glycolic, salicylic, lactic) work in the epidermis — minimal downtime, accumulated effect across sessions. Medium-depth peels (TCA, Jessner, combinations) work into the upper dermis — more dramatic single-session effect with 5-7 days of visible peeling. We select based on what your skin can safely tolerate.
For cases beyond general dental management — complex multi-canal molars, calcified canals, previous failed root canals needing retreatment, perforated tooth structures, and cases with anatomical complications visible on imaging. The MSc training informs the case-selection conversation: knowing which cases we can treat reliably and which need specialist input is part of honest case selection.
Yes — untreated dental infection during pregnancy is more risky than treating it. Modern root canal treatment uses safe local anaesthesia, minimal X-rays (with lead shielding), and pregnancy-appropriate techniques. The 2nd trimester is the preferred timing for non-emergency treatment; genuine pain or active infection should be treated whenever it occurs.
Root-canal-treated teeth become more brittle over time because the blood supply that maintains the tooth's structural integrity has been removed. A crown seals the tooth, prevents fracture, and protects the underlying restoration long-term. We schedule crown placement within 4 weeks of root canal completion — leaving the tooth without crown restoration for longer significantly increases fracture risk.
Modern root canal treatment with rotary instruments, magnification and proper isolation has 85-95% success rates for initial treatment. Treated teeth restored with crowns can last decades. Failure rates are higher for complex anatomy (curved canals, blocked canals) and for re-treatments. Specialist endodontist referral is appropriate for cases beyond general dental management.
Root canal treatment is £550–£950, depending on the tooth and the complexity of the canal anatomy: front teeth sit at the lower end and molars at the upper end. Complex cases may be referred to a specialist endodontist, whose fees are set by the specialist. A definitive restoration follows, with crowns, onlays and inlays at £750–£1,200 (additional). 0% APR finance over 12 months via Tabeo, subject to status.
Front tooth root canal: usually 1 appointment of 60-90 minutes. Premolar root canal: 1-2 appointments. Molar root canal (multiple canals): typically 2 appointments across 1-2 weeks. Following completion, definitive crown restoration is scheduled within 4 weeks to seal and protect the treated tooth long-term.