Harley street periodontists

Periodontists have a specialist understanding of the science of your mouth, teeth, jaw and gums as a whole, as well as a thorough knowledge of the different kinds of diseases that can manifest, their symptoms and suitable treatments.

Essentially, a periodontist is concerned with keeping your teeth in place, throughout your lifetime. At Harley Street Dental & Implant Clinic our periodontists are trained to help prevent, diagnose and treat periodontal diseases, as well as fit dental implants.

      Do I need to see a periodontist?

      Gum disease can be hard to spot, which is why it is important to visit your local London dentist for routine check ups. Your dental practitioner may refer you to a periodontist if they suspect any signs of gingivitis or periodontitis. If you have not seen a dentist for some time, and you think you may have gum disease, book an appointment to see your Harley Street Dental & Implant Clinic dentist straight away on 020 7935 2249.

      Gum disease is serious, affecting the whole of your mouth and ultimately the structure of your jaw. If left untreated can result in bone loss – undermining the foundations of your teeth. Bone and tissue keep your teeth in place, and lasting damage to these ultimately results in loss of teeth and unsightly gaps.  

        You may have gum disease if:

        • Your gums bleed when you brush
        • Your teeth look or feel like they are moving 
        • Your gums are red or swollen
        • You suffer from persistent bad breath
        • Your teeth are looking longer (a sign that your gums are receding)
        • There are spaces developing between your teeth
        • You experience recurrent mouth infections or ulcers

          Can I get dental implants?

          If you have lost a tooth due to gum disease, from an accident or any other reason, you may want to consider a dental implant. This is an artificial tooth root that is placed in the jaw by your periodontist in order to anchor a bridge or an artificial tooth. If you feel that you would benefit from dental implants, speak to your Portman dentist. They can help and advise on the best course of action. You must ensure that you already have a good oral hygiene routine in place, and your Harley Street Dental & Implant Clinic dentist will examine your jaw to ascertain that there is enough bone to attach the implant to.

            Don't just take our word for it...

            Where can I find specialists periodontists?

            Should you have any concerns over your gums, or think you may have symptoms of gum disease, you can relax in the knowledge that you can be treated in Harley Street Dental & Implant Clinic by some of the most specialised clinicians in the field.

            Sonia Joshi

            Dr Sonia Joshi

            Specialist in Periodontics
            BDS (Hons) 2002, MSc (Perio), MClinDent MFDS RCS (Eng. 2005), MRD RCS (Ed)
            GDC No. 81250

            Based at the prestigious 90 Harley Street Dental and Implant Clinic, Dr Sonia Joshi is a highly experienced prize-winning Specialist Periodontist with over 20 years of clinical expertise.

            Dr. Sonia Joshi qualified from Guy's, King's & St Thomas' Medical and Dental School in 2002 graduating with distinction and numerous prizes including those for Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Restorative Dentistry and Periodontics. Alongside this, she was nominated for the University of London Gold Medal, an award which provides recognition of the top U.K. dental graduates.

            Following graduation, Dr Joshi worked both in a hospital position in Oral Surgery and Restorative Dentistry at Guy’s and St. Thomas’s Hospital subsequently working for a period in private general practice. She gained membership to the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2004 and was registered as a Specialist Periodontist with the General Dental Council in 2010 having completed a Masters in Periodontics (MSc.), Masters in Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent.), and Master of Restorative Dentistry (MRD). During this time Dr Joshi was presented with a Clinical Fellowship Award from the British Society of Periodontology for excellence within her field. Having completed an additional Masters in Politics, Philosophy and Economics with distinction, Dr Joshi’s main research interest lies in addressing the role of socioeconomic structures in oral health inequalities.

            Dr Joshi has published a number of peer reviewed articles and is regularly invited to lecture on techniques related to the advanced clinical management of periodontal disease. She has collaborated with Diabetes UK patient forums and featured in national newspapers to speak about the importance of periodontal health for good oral and general health. In addition to her work in clinical practice, Dr Joshi is on the executive committee of the Women’s Dentist Network and one of eight independent clinical advisors for the Portman-Dentex corporate group which encompasses over 375 dental practices and over 2400 clinicians.

            Exceeding 20 years of clinical experience, including over 10 years as a Specialist Periodontist in Harley Street, Dr. Joshi has treated thousands of patients with periodontal issues around teeth and implants. In addition to the management of complex periodontal conditions her clinical interests include periodontal regeneration, mucogingival surgery, hard and soft tissue grafting, management of peri-implantitis and an integrated approach to complex multi-disciplinary patient care. Her treatment philosophy focuses on assisting patients preserve their natural dentition where possible by supporting them in a holistic way, integrating all aspects of their oral and systemic health to help establish and maintain optimal oral health.

            Prof Daiuto

            Professor Francesco D'Aiuto

            Specialist in Periodontics
            DMD, MClinDent(Perio), PhD, MRD RCS(Eng) RCPS (Glasg), FDS RCPS (Glasg)
            GDC No. 78909

            Professor Francesco D'Aiuto is a leading periodontist whose area of expertise is non-surgical and surgical management of periodontal diseases, including advanced mucogingival surgery, piezo surgery, dental implants, and guided bone regeneration involving bone grafts and periodontal regenerative therapy.

            He qualified in dentistry with honours at the Second University of Studies in Naples in 1997 and started his academic career and clinical training in periodontology in Italy (Naples). Professor D'Aiuto completed a clinical PhD and a Masters in Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent) in Periodontology at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute in 2008.

            Professor D'Aiuto currently works as Professor and Honorary Consultant in Periodontology at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute. As Head of the Unit of Periodontology at the Eastman, he teaches postgraduates and NHS trainees and leads research into the association between periodontal health and systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes and into identifying new treatments for periodontitis (both non-surgical and surgical). In 2019, he won the Clinical Research Award from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP).

            He has co-authored more than 160 peer-reviewed articles and is an internationally recognised speaker on the topic of periodontal medicine and advanced periodontology.

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