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In February 2020 I was lucky enough to join a group of fellow dentists and support team members to go to India to provide dental care with the charity Smilestar. Smilestar is a charity that was set up 10 years ago by fellow dentist Mitesh Badiani to provide basic dental care in some of the poorest countries of the world.
Each dentist travelling needs an assistant who doesn’t need any dental experience so I travelled with my sister, Louise. I also knew one of the other dentists going as we had met 10 years previously through the BACD, but I had never met any of the other people going. We met up in Heathrow on Saturday evening for the first time just as we went through check in.
We flew to New Delhi and then onto Rajkot, followed by a 3 hour minibus drive to Khambalia where we were based. After around 24 hours of travel door to door, we got a good night’s sleep and were ready to start work the next day. Smilestar had built a hospital in Khambalia and we started seeing patient there. When we arrived at the hospital, the welcome that we got was incredible, they were so happy to see us.
The set up was very basic, just a chair in one large room, no such thing as patient confidentiality in India. We each had a translator who would explain the problem, all we could do was take out painful teeth or refer to the hospital for actual treatment. In the part of India that we were in, Gujarat, there is a significant problem with diabetes and high blood pressure, this results in a lot of gum disease and wobbly teeth that needed to come out.
We had brought all our equipment such as forceps, syringes and local anaesthetics so we were able to make sure that everyone we saw could have pain free treatment and we took out a lot of teeth. There were no x-ray facilities, no suction, no dental chairs, it was very different to how I normally work at Evolve. We saw everyone who needed to be seen and it was a very busy clinic.
Over the next few days, we went to different villages where we were always welcomed like rock stars and we took out hundreds of teeth. Between the 4 dentists and 1 doctor, we saw around 600 patients whilst we were there.
I had never been to India and it was a fantastic experience, I absolutely loved it all. I think we saw a tiny part of real India, we didn’t see any other Westerners whilst we were there until we got back to the airport in Rajkot. The food was incredible, Gujarat is a vegetarian state, so no meat, just a lot of delicious vegetable curries. It was such a colourful place, all the women dressed in the most beautiful saris, and it was so incredibly busy everywhere we went. I made some great friends too.
I feel very humbled and honoured to have had such an experience and thank everyone who supported me which allowed me to get a lot of people out of dental pain. I am already thinking which trip I can do next year…..
✨ She’s here! ✨
We’re over the moon to announce that Dr Yasmin Zeina and her husband Ian have welcomed their gorgeous baby girl, Lily Emelia, safely into the world. 💕👶
Mum, Dad, and Lily are all doing wonderfully — the whole Evolve Dentistry family couldn’t be prouder. 🍼🌸
Please join us in sending them all your love and congratulations as they begin this magical new chapter. ✨💖
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Thinking About Facial Aesthetic Treatments? Here`s Why It Matters Who You Choose 💡
Facial aesthetic treatments like dermal fillers and wrinkle-smoothing injections might seem simple — but they`re medical procedures that require a skilled professional . So who’s really qualified to carry them out safely?
In our latest blog, we explore:
✔️ Why registered medical professionals — are the safest choice
✔️ How dentists are uniquely qualified due to their deep understanding of facial anatomy
✔️ Why proper training and medical knowledge are essential for safe, natural results
✔️ The importance of Save Face accreditation for added reassurance and accountability
✔️ What to ask before booking any facial aesthetic treatment
At Evolve Dentistry in Portishead, our treatments are carried out by highly trained dental professionals in a clinical, accredited environment — putting your safety and results first.
Read the full blog here: https://evolve-dentistry.co.uk/who-can-provide-facial-aesthetic-treatment/
#FacialAesthetics #EvolveDentistry #PortisheadClinic #SaveFaceAccredited #SafeAestheticTreatments #WrinkleReduction #DermalFillers #QualifiedNotJustAvailable #TrustProfessionals
https://evolve-dentistry.co.uk/who-can-provide-facial-aesthetic-treatment/
Plan Ahead – Limited September Availability
Considering a new dentist or exploring cosmetic dental treatment? September is one of our busiest months, and appointments are already filling quickly.
Whether you’re looking for a general dental check-up or a consultation for composite bonding, teeth straightening, whitening or veneers, now is the ideal time to secure your place.
📅 Avoid the post-summer rush – contact us today to arrange your consultation.
🦷✨ Ever wondered what really happens during a hygiene therapy appointment?
In this video, Jessica, our brilliant Dental Therapist at Evolve Dentistry, walks you through what to expect when you come in for a hygiene session with our team.
From a deep professional clean to personalised advice on keeping your smile sparkling between visits, Jessica explains how we help you maintain a healthy mouth – and why regular hygiene therapy is so important.
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Thinking About Facial Aesthetics? Don’t Book Until You’ve Asked These 5 Key Questions! ✅
When it comes to treatments like dermal fillers or wrinkle-smoothing injections, choosing the right practitioner is just as important as the results you want.
In our latest blog, we reveal 5 essential questions you should always ask before booking:
1️⃣ What are your qualifications?
2️⃣ Are you insured and regulated?
3️⃣ What products do you use?
4️⃣ Can I see examples of your work?
5️⃣ What happens if something goes wrong?
➕ Bonus: Are they Save Face accredited?
At Evolve Dentistry in Portishead, we welcome open conversations, are proud to be Save Face accredited, and offer expert-led treatments in a safe, clinical environment. Read the full blog here: https://evolve-dentistry.co.uk/5-questions-to-ask-a-new-facial-aesthetics-practitioner/
#FacialAesthetics #EvolveDentistry #PortisheadClinic #SafeAestheticTreatments #SaveFaceAccredited #WrinkleReduction #DermalFillers #KnowYourInjector #choosewisely
✨ Why Save Face Accreditation Matters — And Why It Sets Us Apart in Portishead 👩⚕️🔒
At Evolve Dentistry, we’re proud to be the only Save Face accredited practice in Portishead — but what does that really mean for you?
👉 Save Face is a national, government-recognised register of non-surgical cosmetic treatment providers. Clinics must undergo rigorous inspections and meet exceptionally high standards to be accredited.
In our latest blog, discover:
✔️ What Save Face accreditation is and why it matters
✔️ What makes Evolve different — from expert care to ethical treatment
✔️ Why choosing an accredited clinic ensures your safety, quality, and peace of mind
✔️ How we prioritise natural results, honest advice, and ongoing support
💬 When it comes to facial aesthetics, trust matters. And with Evolve, you’re in safe, professional hands every step of the way.
👉 Read the full blog here: https://evolve-dentistry.co.uk/we-are-the-only-accredited-save-face-practice-in-portishead/
#SaveFaceAccredited #EvolveDentistry #PortisheadClinic #FacialAesthetics #SafeAestheticCare #TrustQualifiedProfessionals #NaturalResults #medicalaesthetics
https://evolve-dentistry.co.uk/we-are-the-only-accredited-save-face-practice-in-portishead/
🌸 COMPETITION TIME! 🌸
Snap, share & smile for a chance to WIN FREE home teeth whitening! 😁✨
We’ve dressed up our practice with a stunning flower arch, and we want to see your best selfie with it!
📸 Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Take a photo with our flower arch outside Evolve Dentistry
2️⃣ Post it on Instagram
3️⃣ Tag us on Instagram @EvolveDentistry and use #EvolveInBloom
It’s that easy! One lucky winner will receive a FREE home whitening kit to make that smile shine even brighter! 💎🌼
📅 Hurry – entries close 30th September 2025
Let your smile bloom! 🌷💫
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