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I’d always been self-conscious of my teeth, so as it got closer to the deadline to submit my entry, I thought why not enter. What did I have to loose?
I was so excited to win! I met with Dr Jonathan Sproson and Julie, the Treatment Co-ordinator, who explained all of my options and the benefits of each one. For me, the best option was to have braces.
Before treatment, most people would have said my smile was ok. I am fortunate to have fairly white Natural teeth. But in my mind I hated my teeth. I was very aware of them as I spoke to people. I felt that people were staring at my ugly teeth as I was talking to them. I am generally a smiley person but I would try to smile with my mouth closed. I was reluctant to have photos taken whilst I was smiling and always checked the photos afterwards to see if my teeth looked horrible. I was very very self-conscious of them in general.
I was apprehensive about the treatment as I’ve never been a fan of going to the dentist. My teeth are sensitive, so I thought the treatment would be very uncomfortable. But I was wrong. Yes the initial fitting of the brace meant I was unable to eat probably for the first few days. And my teeth felt tender but having the fitting was no problem at all. Jonathan talked me through exactly what he was doing. Explaining what every step was going to do for my new smile.
Wearing the braces overall wasn’t that much of a nuisance, as I kept thinking about the end result. The longer I had the braces on the more they became part of me. I quickly got used to the routine of cleaning and caring for them. They were hardly noticeable and if I pointed them out to people they were surprised I had them on. They didn’t give me a funny lisp as I thought they would. And they weren’t particularly tender when I had the wires changed, another thing that I was pleasantly surprised about. My only grumble was not being able to eat spicy food as the spices can turn the bands bright yellow. But that was very small inconvenience!
When I first had the braces on, most people said that they thought I didn’t need braces. I assume they were just being polite, as you would never tell people they needed them. These are the same people that tell me now how amazing my teeth look. So they can see the big difference it’s made to my smile.
I think having the braces has given some of my friends and work colleagues the confidence to get themselves braces as well, as they’ve gone through to the whole brace journey with me and realise they aren’t as inconvenient as you think and the results are truly amazing.
You think you can judge how your teeth will look when you have the braces on but boy, the day you have them off really reveals your brand new smile. I was flabbergasted with the results. My teeth are AMAZING. I was constantly looking at them at every opportunity at first and I’m not a naturally vain person that always looks in a mirror!
I just feel so much prettier with my new smile. I love smiling and showing them off, I feel much happier when I meet new people and don’t have to feel self conscious.
Overall I am very grateful to Evolve for giving me the opportunity to have a perfect smile. I would say to anyone that is thinking about it but maybe cost is putting them off. It is worth every penny, a new smile is priceless!!
✨ Every smile has a story.
For this patient, treatment was about more than improving their teeth - it was about feeling confident enough to smile without hesitation.
It’s moments like these that remind us why we love what we do. Watching someone see their new smile for the first time never gets old.
If you’ve been thinking about making a change but aren’t sure where to start, we’re always happy to have a conversation about your options.
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
Worried that teeth straightening might hurt?
It’s one of the most common questions we get from patients considering aligner treatment.
The good news is that most patients don’t describe teeth straightening as painful. You may notice a feeling of pressure when you move to a new aligner, but this is usually mild, temporary and simply a sign that your teeth are moving as planned.
Many patients are surprised by how quickly they adapt and find that treatment fits comfortably into their daily routine.
Every smile is different, but our team will guide you through every step of your treatment journey and make sure you know exactly what to expect.
Thinking about straightening your teeth but still have questions? We’re always happy to help.
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
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Could you be the first smile our patients remember?
At Evolve Dentistry, we believe every patient deserves to feel genuinely welcomed, cared for and valued from the very first moment they contact us.
That’s why we’re looking for a new Patient Care Advisor to join our award-winning team.
This isn’t just a reception role.
It’s about creating exceptional experiences, building relationships and helping people feel at ease during every interaction.
You don’t need dental experience. If you love helping people, enjoy working as part of a supportive team and take pride in delivering outstanding service, we’d love to hear from you.
Here’s what you can expect:
• An award-winning team culture
• A modern private practice environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Staff dental benefits
• Team socials and celebrations
• A role where you’ll genuinely make a difference every day
Working hours
Monday: 8.00am - 7.15pm
Tuesday: 1.45pm - 6.15pm
Friday: 8.00am - 1.45pm
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
To request an application pack, email hello@evolve-dentistry.co.uk
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A huge thank you to everyone who completed our latest patient survey.
Your feedback helps us celebrate what’s working well, identify where we can improve and continue providing the level of care our patients expect from Evolve Dentistry.
Every comment has been read and every response helps shape the future of our practice.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Every smile has a story, and it’s a privilege to be part of the journey. ✨
This transformation is a wonderful example of what can be achieved with personalised treatment planning, attention to detail, and a focus on creating natural-looking results.
Whether you’re looking to improve the appearance of your smile, restore confidence, or simply feel more comfortable showing your teeth in photos, we’re here to help you explore the options available.
A huge well done to Dr Yasmin Zeina and the team for helping this patient achieve a smile they can feel proud of. 😊
If you’ve been thinking about making a change to your smile, why not get in touch to arrange a consultation and discover what’s possible?
📍 Portishead
📞 Contact our reception team to learn more.
✨ Thousands of happy patients ✨
Choosing a dental practice is a big decision, and we’re incredibly grateful that so many people have trusted us with their smiles over the years.
Whether it’s helping someone feel confident enough to smile in photos again, straightening teeth they’ve been unhappy with for years, or simply making dental visits feel less daunting, every patient’s journey is important to us.
Thank you to every patient who has chosen Evolve Dentistry, shared their experience, recommended us to friends and family, or trusted us with their care.
Your support means the world to our team, and we’re proud to be part of so many smile transformations and success stories.
💙 Here’s to many more happy smiles.
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