Long-Term Care For A Healthy, Confident Smile
A healthy smile doesn’t happen by chance; it’s maintained through regular care, good habits and ongoing professional support. Long-term oral health relies on consistency, prevention and the right guidance.
At Start Smiling, we help patients protect their smile long-term, combining preventive dentistry, personalised advice and routine care to keep teeth and gums healthy for years to come.
What Does “Maintaining Your Smile” Mean?
Maintaining your smile focuses on preventing problems before they start and managing oral health over time.
This includes:
- Regular dental check ups
- Professional hygiene visits
- Monitoring teeth and gums
- Preventative advice and education
- Early intervention when needed
The goal is simple: healthy teeth, healthy gums and fewer unexpected problems.
Why Is Ongoing Dental Care So Important?
Routine care plays a key role in protecting both your smile and your overall health.
Ongoing dental care helps to:
- Prevent tooth decay and gum disease
- Detect problems early
- Reduce the need for complex treatment
- Maintain cosmetic results long-term
- Support overall wellbeing
Consistency is the key to long lasting oral health.
Maintaining Your Smile At Start Smiling, What Makes Us Different?
Preventative care should feel supportive, not rushed.
At Start Smiling, our approach to smile maintenance focuses on:
- Personalised care plans, not generic advice
- Early detection, helping avoid future issues
- Clear communication, so you understand your oral health
- Comfort first appointments, especially for nervous patients
- Long-term relationships, not one off visits
We’re here to support your smile at every stage.
Who Is This Approach Suitable For?
Maintaining your smile is important for everyone, including those who:
- Want to keep their teeth and gums healthy
- Have had previous dental treatment
- Have cosmetic dentistry they want to protect
- Are prone to gum problems or decay
- Want to avoid emergency dental issues
- Value prevention over treatment
Whether your smile is natural or restored, ongoing dental maintenance matters.
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What Does Ongoing Smile Maintenance Involve?
Your preventative dental care plan is tailored to your individual needs.
How Much Does Smile Maintenance Cost?
Costs depend on the care you need and how often you attend.
At Start Smiling:
- Routine appointments start from £35 - £75
- Hygiene visits are discussed clearly
- Costs are explained before treatment
- Finance options may be available for larger plans
Preventative care often helps reduce long-term costs.
Protecting Cosmetic & Restorative Work
If you’ve invested in treatments such as:
- Invisalign
- Composite bonding
- Veneers
- Crowns or implants
Regular dental maintenance is essential to protect your results and extend their lifespan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What our patients have to say...
Denise Somers
Patient
Every member of staff is always extremely kind, thorough, and patient. Always thorough in explanations and ensure every client feels valued.
Jeff Emberson
Patient
My Dentist is Tony Aneiros, he has been my Dentist for many years. I have confidence in his skills as Dentist and he has always been very professional when caring for my teeth. He has a friendly manner and is mindful to keep the patient at ease and pain free. We recently moved and now live a long way from the surgery, but I have no intention of changing Dentist.
Gill Carter
Patient
Bradley the Hygienist is very considerate as I really don’t like the process but I know it’s necessary. I would recommend him if you are a nervous patient.
Lynn Culley
Patient
Have been going to Start Smiling for as long as I can remember. I am an old person, but still wants a good smile. 😬. Natalie the hygienist is lovely. Receptionist are always polite and friendly. Tom my dentist is good. Never felt worried or anxious when I go.
Anne-Marie Winch
Patient
Very satisfied with all treatment received so far. I shall be using Start-Smiling from now on for check ups, hygienist, etc. A very friendly and helpful team. Thank you
Michael Seymour
Patient
I had some excellent treatment at Start smiling and can’t thank the team enough. The care and kindness shown by everyone really stood out and put me completely at ease. A fantastic dentist and a genuinely caring practice
John Robinson
Patient
I have been using start smiling for the last 4 years, I can highly recommend their services. I had 3 implants fitted, and also some cosmetic work done . I am very pleased with the results. Thank you to all the staff there.
Steve Franks
Patient
Turned up late for my appointment due to train issues, I was already extremely nervous but the staff were very kind and considerate. Appointment itself was fine despite my rambling on in my nervousness. Very professional service. Thank you Start Smiling I would recommend you to anyone with similar 'phobias'
Toni Featherstone
Patient
Absolutely amazing, before coming here I had a terrible fear with dentist. From the day I went to start smily I have felt completely at ease! Can’t not recommend them enough! Thank you so much I can’t wait now for the final finish of my new teeth 🦷
Nicky Allen
Patient
We’ve had such a great experience with Tony, the orthodontist treating my son. His teeth are coming along beautifully and we’re so pleased with the progress. Tracey on reception and the nurse are both absolutely lovely — always welcoming, kind, and they truly go above and beyond. The whole team makes every visit a positive experience. I would highly recommend.
A-A Ron
Patient
Great practice, very friendly, high quality of dental care from Dr Tom Sealey and his colleagues. Just had a brace fitted and it was carried out very quickly with no discomfort. I have been going for 10 years or so. Thoroughly recommend.
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