As one of the leading experts in full-arch dental implants and cosmetic dentistry, sharing knowledge and collaborating with fellow clinicians to develop clinical best practices is fundamental to what we do here at New Life Teeth.
Alongside our ongoing investment in the latest technology, we also place enormous value in investment in research + development, ensuring that as a practice we are always at the forefront of the latest dental innovations. For our patients, this means access to the very latest dental techniques and treatments to ensure quality, accuracy and the best outcome for their dental health.
Through our affiliated partnerships with some of the dental industry’s biggest research and development organisations, including The Brånemark Center, Digital Smile Design, Zirkonzahn and Southern Implants, New Life Teeth leads the way for the future of dentistry.
New Life Teeth Dental proudly carries the prestigious distinction of being one of only 16 practices worldwide recognised by The Brånemark Center. Founded by the esteemed Prof Per Ingvar Brånemark, The Brånemark Center, the first osseointegration training center in the southern hemisphere, is a premier destination for implant-based rehabilitation training. Through our affiliation with The Brånemark Center, we have undergone their intensive training program, earning the esteemed global distinction.
This exclusive association demonstrates our commitment to excellence and ensures that we have received unparalleled education and expertise in implant-based rehabilitation.
Christian Coachman is a world-renowned expert in esthetic and digital dentistry. He is the founder and CEO of Digital Smile Design (DSD) company, where he developed groundbreaking concepts such as Digital Smile Design, Pink Hybrid Implant Restoration, Digital Planning Center, Emotional Dentistry, Interdisciplinary Treatment Simulation, and Digital Smile Donator.
As the Director of the DSD Residency program, he provides continuing education courses to dental professionals worldwide. Our dental practice has had the privilege of undergoing specialised training from Dr. Coachman, benefiting from his expertise in implants and his innovative approach to smile design.
Enrico Steger, the inventor of the manual milling machine for zirconium dental prostheses, has revolutionized the field of dental implants. Through his company, Zirkonzahn, he introduced the efficient Zirkograph milling system. With international recognition and patents in multiple countries, Zirkonzahn has become a leading dental company.
As affiliated partners with Zirkonzahn, our dental practice benefits from their advancements and utilises their state-of-the-art milling machine to provide superior dental implant treatments. Steger's innovative contributions, including the Zirkograph milling system, have significantly impacted the dental implant world, improving patient outcomes globally.
With our collaboration, we offer the precision and quality made possible by Steger's cutting-edge technology.
Graham Blackbeard, the founder and CEO of Southern Implants, has been at the forefront of dental implantology since 1987. As partners, our dental practice benefits from the use of their high-quality implants, which have greatly enhanced our treatment capabilities.
Southern Implants, known for its design innovation and medical device manufacturing expertise, have emerged as a trusted provider of cutting-edge solutions. Through our affiliation, we have gained access to their advanced implant technologies, enabling us to deliver superior treatments to our patients. With their support, we continue to expand our treatment options and provide the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Our Clinical Leads have a special interest in and extensive experience of implant dentistry, overseeing the delivery of high-quality patient care and implementing best practices and guidelines to ensure that patients at New Life Teeth receive the best possible care.
Stuart has a particular focus on dental implants and specifically the ground-breaking full arch dental implant procedure (often referred to as ‘All on4’ or ‘Same Day Teeth’). He was awarded a Masters degree in Implantology in 2012 under the personal tutelage of Professor Edward Lynch - one of the most highly respected names in UK dentistry and head of dentistry at the University of Warwick.
In 2017 Stuart opened a new practice in Belfast. His practice is limited to implant dentistry and he now splits his time between the state-of-the-art clinics in Edinburgh and Belfast.
Stuart is a member of the UK ADI Association of Dental Implantology; he has a close professional link with the leading national and international implant surgeons.
Gregor qualified from the University of Dundee in 2011. Shortly after this he gained membership to the Royal college of surgeons in Edinburgh. Gregor has been with the clinic for the last 6 years and is committed to achieving great long term outcomes for his patients.
Gregor has a special interest in implant dentistry. He has completed postgraduate training and is able to place and restore dental implants to replace missing teeth. He is currently a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, International Team for Implantology and holds a Diploma in Dental Implants from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in London.
Gregor is always looking to further his knowledge and regularly attends courses to ensure that he is trained in the most up to date techniques to ensure his patients get the treatment they deserve. He accepts referrals from other dentists and has been involved in dental implant mentoring for the last 3 years.
Jonny graduated from Queens University Belfast in 2015 and since then has pursued extensive postgraduate training. This included time spent within hospital settings where he gained experience in maxillofacial surgery, oral surgery and oral medicine. He is currently working towards his postgraduate diploma in implant dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons.
Creating world-class aesthetic smile transformations is the main focus of Jonny’s work and includes the use of dental implants, veneers, Invisalign and composite bonding. He also is able to incorporate digital smile design into the planning of cases to provide patients with the highest quality care along with the most predictable outcomes. In addition Jonny is qualified in providing a range of conscious sedation options for patients who are particularly anxious or may be undergoing more extensive treatments.
Giving patients a smile they can be confident with is the driving force behind the smile transformations Jonny undertakes. This is carried out in a friendly and relaxed manner where all options and possibilities are discussed with the patient in detail before embarking on any treatment. Jonny believes patient input in all decisions whether just a simple restoration right up to full mouth rehabilitation creates confidence in patients to go for the smile they truly deserve.