Victoria's smile in a day story

A new smile in just one day

In June 2021, Victoria underwent full upper and lower Smile in a Day dental implant treatment at 77 Harley Street. Her dental implants and a first set of fixed teeth were placed on the same day, restoring a natural-looking smile and her confidence in a matter of hours.

“I’d never really liked my natural teeth; my bottom teeth were a bit higgledy piggledy, and the top teeth were quite yellow.

Then I developed gum disease and age-related gum shrinkage so went to Guy’s Hospital every 3 months for a deep clean. It’s not pleasant, especially when you have to go on a regular basis for over two years.

At the end of November 2020, I developed real sensitivity which meant I couldn’t eat very hot or cold food, so when I cooked, I had to put my food aside to leave it to cool.

I’m a real foodie and eating out at nice restaurants with friends has been a big part of my life, so I found it very hard that I couldn’t enjoy eating the foods I love anymore.”

My problems were getting worse

“When I was told another tooth needed to come out – I just burst into tears.

I remember my parents with their teeth in a glass by the bed and that’s where I was headed. I knew I didn’t want to wear dentures.

I didn’t want to be that person. I just wanted to be able to eat normally, without worrying about my teeth. But I didn’t know what to do.”

A neighbour introduced me to Bupa Dental Care practices

“It was my neighbour who told me about 77 Harley Street. She’d had dental problems herself and saw their ad for Smile in a Day on TV.

So, I Googled them and read all the reviews. In fact, I did lots of research into several companies offering dental implants, including some locally and even abroad.”

My problems could be sorted in one day

“77 Harley Street Smile in a Day treatment really interested me as I could get everything sorted in one go*.

The alternative was to go on for years, having lots of treatment as my problems got worse. I would have been in and out of the dentist’s chair and the cost over time wouldn’t have been any less.

They also arranged 3 year instant free credit which made them affordable.”

They didn’t judge, they put me at ease

“I was very unsure, and very nervous, when I first arrived at the clinic.

I was very concerned they’d look down on me because I’d allowed my teeth to get in such a dreadful state.

I felt a bit embarrassed, but Anthony is very empathetic and totally non-judgmental about whatever led to your teeth being in a particular way.”

They understood

“I just wanted an end to pain and suffering, and to get it over and done with, and they recognised that.”

Re-assuring care

“The care I’ve received from this clinic has been fabulous from the first time I walked in; the empathy, reassurance and professionalism.

The care during treatment and the aftercare is really re-assuring. It really is your personal experience – 100%.

I didn’t feel I was on a conveyor belt just trying to treat as many people as possible; it was a very personal touch. They really listen to you.”

My new teeth

“I will never forget seeing my smile in that mirror the first time – it was absolutely incredible.

They were my teeth but a hundred times better.

I wanted a better version of my natural teeth, and that is what they gave me.

My new teeth suit my mouth, they are just wonderful. I am really happy as they look so natural, even though they are a lot whiter than my natural teeth were.

It took a bit of getting used to the feeling of the new teeth, and building up confidence to bite and chew normally. It’s a strange feeling, but you get used to them quickly. The permanent teeth feel more refined, they feel smoother.

I told very few people that I’d had treatment, but plenty have remarked what lovely smile I have.”

I don’t have to worry any more

“Before coming to 77 Harley Street, I just didn’t know what to do about the problems I was having with my teeth, and had worried about it for years.

It was an on-going worry in my life – if I’d had to have dentures, I would have hidden myself away.

Now it is done, finished, over. I haven’t looked back.

Interestingly, I used to have lots of dreams about my teeth falling out and I’ve never had a dream like that since I had my teeth done.”

Eating and drinking are a pleasure now

“This treatment gave me the ability to eat without fear.

Before I had my teeth done, I could eat pretty much everything but, because my teeth were loose, I wasn’t sure whether I might lose a tooth in an apple or dislodge them chewing on a steak.

Now I can eat hot and cold foods without worrying. I can enjoy my gin and tonic, and I have a Magnum each evening!

Even with my temporary fixed teeth I could eat things I wasn’t able to eat before.

I went on holiday to Madeira and could eat steaks and pizza just like my friends.”

I hadn’t expected how much confidence I would get

“What I hadn’t expected was how much confidence I would get – it is unbelievable.

Before, I just wasn’t very smiley, now I am beaming and grinning from ear to ear. I wouldn’t say it has changed my personality, but I do feel I have more confidence.

Previously in photos I would grimace or turn my head to the side rather than smile and show my teeth – now I’m at the front!

It’s such a huge difference in a way I hadn’t contemplated.

I had treatment because I wanted to be able to eat normally, but this is a really unexpected benefit.”

I can’t put a figure on my happiness

“You can’t put a figure on the enjoyment, the happiness, the confidence that having my teeth done have given me – it’s been fantastic.

I would pay double for the pleasure that I’ve got from it.”

I highly recommend treatment

“I highly recommend Smile in a Day to anybody who’s even vaguely considering it because, for me the outcome of it has really been life-changing in ways I really didn’t envisage.”

You’re never too old!

“Just a big thank you to 77 Harley Street for everything that they’ve done for me, and for the life that it’s now given me. You’re never too old!”

About Smile in a Day dental implants

*Smile in a Day is an advanced dental implant technique where implant surgery and a full set of fixed teeth are placed on the same day. About three months later, once the bone has integrated with the dental implants, these temporary teeth are exchanged for the final long-lasting set. This is a non-surgical appointment.