Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dental Care Partner in Crawley
Smilecare Dental Centre has been dedicated to providing high-quality dental care since its establishment over 20 years ago. As one of the UK's first purpose-built dental centres, we combine a long-standing commitment to excellence with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced treatment techniques. Our multidisciplinary approach encompasses general dentistry, orthodontics, implantology, and facial rejuvenation, supported by a team of experienced professionals and cutting-edge equipment.We prioritise patient comfort, offering tailored solutions for nervous patients, sedation options, and comprehensive dental plans. With a reputation built on trust and expertise, we serve local, national, and international patients, maintaining a focus on preventative care and long-term oral health. Our investment in continuous professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of evidence-based dentistry, delivering results that enhance both function and aesthetics.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Orthodontics
Root Canal Treatment
Facial Rejuvenation
Children's Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Dental Hygiene
Dentures
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of experience in advanced dental care
- State-of-the-art facilities with surgical microscopes and digital imaging
- Multidisciplinary team treating complex cases since 1961
- Free initial consultations for implant and orthodontic treatments
- Proven success rates for root canal treatments and dental implants
What people say
Confidence in smiling
Painless experience
Professional team
Natural results
Thorough explanations
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium fixtures integrated into the jawbone. Our experienced team uses advanced imaging and three leading implant systems to ensure optimal placement and longevity. Patients benefit from restored chewing function, improved aesthetics, and prevention of bone loss, with most procedures completed in our practice under local anaesthesia.
Invisalign Treatment
Invisalign offers discreet orthodontic correction using custom-made, removable aligners. This technology gradually repositions teeth without metal brackets, making it ideal for adults and image-conscious teens. Treatment planning utilises 3D imaging to map progress, with most cases achieving results in 12-18 months while maintaining normal oral hygiene routines.
Root Canal Therapy
Specialised root canal treatment eliminates infection from damaged teeth using surgical microscopes and precision instruments. Our approach achieves 95% success rates for non-infected cases through thorough cleaning of complex root systems. Post-treatment crowns are recommended to protect weakened teeth, preserving natural dentition without extraction.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening combines custom trays and prescription-strength gel for lasting results. The 2-for-1 offer allows couples to undergo simultaneous treatment, with take-home kits providing gradual lightening over two weeks. Our dentists ensure safe application to minimise sensitivity while achieving up to eight shade improvements for natural-looking brightness.
Facial Rejuvenation
Botox injections reduce facial wrinkles by temporarily relaxing muscle activity, particularly around the eyes and forehead. Administered by trained professionals, this non-surgical treatment takes 15 minutes with visible results emerging over five days. The natural-looking outcome softens expression lines while maintaining facial mobility, lasting up to four months.
People
Robert Harding
Principal Surgeon
With over 30 years' experience, Robert leads our surgical team in complex implant and reconstructive procedures. He pioneered early adoption of digital dentistry in the region and maintains membership in the International Team for Implantology to ensure evidence-based practice.
Marco Carugati
Dental Surgeon
Marco specialises in aesthetic restorations and smile makeovers, combining technical precision with artistic sensibility. He regularly attends international conferences on cosmetic dentistry advancements and holds postgraduate qualifications in minimally invasive techniques.
Ann O'Donnell
Periodontist
Ann focuses on gum health and disease management, employing both non-surgical and regenerative approaches. Her expertise in periodontal microsurgery helps preserve dental implants and natural teeth, supported by ongoing research into oral-systemic health connections.
Dr Rex Yetton
Sedationist
As a consultant anaesthetist, Rex provides safe sedation for anxious patients, ensuring comfortable treatment experiences. His hospital anaesthesia background brings additional safety protocols to our practice, particularly for lengthy or complex procedures.
Lindy Meldrum
Practice Manager
Lindy oversees daily operations and patient care coordination, maintaining our high service standards since 2005. Her nursing background enables effective communication between clinical teams and patients, ensuring seamless treatment journeys from consultation to aftercare.
Questions
Do root canal treatments always work?
Success rates vary by case complexity, with 95% success for non-infected teeth and 65% for infected cases. We use microscopes to improve outcomes.
Are crowns necessary after root canals?
Yes, especially for back teeth. Crowns protect weakened teeth from fracturing during normal chewing functions.
How does Smilecare handle nervous patients?
We offer sedation options and gentle care, successfully treating many patients with previous dental anxieties or traumatic experiences.
What payment options exist?
We provide 0% APR dental loans, Denplan care plans, and free initial consultations for major treatments like implants.
Can adults get orthodontic treatment?
Yes, we offer discreet options including Invisalign and lingual braces specifically designed for adult patients' needs.
How do implant guarantees work?
We offer extended warranties on dental implants, with specific terms available during your free initial consultation with our implant team.
