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Take a look at our Latest News to stay up to date with everything that’s happening at The Essex Smile Centre.

You can also discover lots of fantastic information and support to help you and your family enjoy a lifetime of healthy, happy smiles, using the latest updates, research and developments from the dentistry industry.

Our latest Newsletters

Since our last newsletter, we've certainly been busy. Not only has Christmas come and gone, but these first couple of months have seen us visiting a school, hosting an implant event, welcoming a new hygienist, updating our equipment and running some fab offers....

In this spring edition of our newsletter, find out about our amazing Invisalign package deals and how composite bonding can help your smile "get in shape". Or if you're looking for a little poolside reading, you can swot up on all things dental with our two latest, eye-opening blogs......

With various deals running right into the New Year, it's never been easier to achieve the perfect smile. Read on to find out about our seasonal offers, a January sale that's not to be missed, what to do if you get tooth pain over Christmas, our Christmas opening hours and much more....

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At each routine dental appointment the dentist will not only look at the health of your teeth and gums but will also look at the way your teeth meet when you bite together, this is called your dental occlusion. Jaw Problems The way your teeth meet when...


Do you want to track your Invisalign treatment from start to finish? There's now a quick and easy way to keep track of your Invisalign treatment while you're on the go. The My Invisalign Smile app will allow you to keep photographs of your treatment progress...


Got a big event coming up? Worried about smiling for cameras? Want to improve the look and appearance of your teeth and gums? Why not consider a smile makeover? Our experienced dentist will perform a full assessment of your teeth and gums and may take x-rays...


Teeth straightening has become increasingly popular amongst adults as a way to improve the appearance of your smile and improve the long term health of your teeth and gums by enabling the biting pressure to be spread across all teeth. There are two main types of...


Whether you have just moved into the area or are considering looking for a new dentist to meet your ongoing needs, we have put together a list of some of the key factors to consider when looking for a new dentist in Rayleigh. Location When looking for...


Capitation schemes allow you to budget for the cost of your ongoing dental treatment so that you are not hit with a large bill at your next appointment. Capitation schemes are designed to help you spread the cost of your dental treatment by making monthly...


Brush twice a day for: 2 minutes for 6yrs+ (supervise twice a week) 1 minute for 5yrs and under (supervise every night) Use the correct toothpaste for the age of the child unless instructed otherwise by your dental health adviser. Keep fizzy drinks and...


A Dental hygienist specialise in preventative oral care, with their focus on ensuring you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible. In the UK the number one cause of tooth loss in adults is gum disease. The hygienist will focus on removing the plaque and...