"When I was 16 years old I broke my jaw in a motor bike accident. I swallowed one tooth, broke another front tooth and knocked the front bottom teeth out.
Over the years I gradually lost more teeth on the bottom and had a full lower denture. Each time a new denture was made I had problems with the fit and discomfort, and gradually lost bone.
Finally my dentist referred me, who made me some dentures. They were a better fit but usually became loose.
My dentist then suggested Mr Khan at Rockingham House. I had a consultation, examination and x-rays etc. Mr Khan suggested dental implants, done by keyhole surgery. Although it sounded like a good idea I had to give it some serious thought mainly because of the cost and partly because it was so daunting.
However, when I thought of the embarrassment of loose dentures, mouth ulcers, not being able to eat properly or chew my food, I had to admit Mr Khan was right. I turned up on the day having had a sedative and antibiotics. I had my temporary dentures fixed. I was shown how to clean them by the hygienist Debbie and after a few months was fitted with my permanent teeth.
I can't explain what a difference this has made to my life! I can eat with confidence, knowing that they will not move. This is the best decision I have ever made. I owe my thanks to Mr Khan. My own dentist said they looked "very nice" and he had done a great job. Now there's a compliment!"
Doreen Hedges
"For as long as I can remember my teeth have not been great and over the years, my mouth just seemed to be full of fillings and crowns. My first visit to Dr Sharif Khan was in October 2006 and its was extremely friendly and informative and he was very honest about what the outcome could be for me. As time elapsed it was time for the CAT scan and that procedure was painless, but again I was coached through the process so I knew exactly what to expect. In February 2008 I had my dental implant. Again on the day the situation was explained and was therefore not intimidating at all, I had some lovely music to listen to throughout the procedure. I felt remarkably well after the treatment - I expected some bruising but I didn't. I received a follow - up call to check how I was and I actually asked if I could stop the medication as I felt it was unnecessary which proves how well I felt following the treatment. I then had my implant bridge fitted which immediately felt comfortable, I cant really explain how good it felt other than to say it belonged to me, my mouth felt so light, just absolutely marvellous really! My implant is part of me, not a fixture and I marvel each day I look at my teeth and I am so grateful to have been offered this treatment, I would not have had it any other way and comes highly recommended. If I had to have it done again, I can honestly say there is nothing I would change, it was just an amazing time for me."
Mrs G Hamilton
"After many years of problems with my teeth and gums my NHS dentist told me he could do little for them. I was devastated ,hating the prospect of full dentures. My dentist suggested that Dr Sharif Khan at Rockingham House would be able to help me.
After a consultation with Dr Khan he recommended that a bridge, supported by implants was the way forward, together with root canal treatment and crowns on teeth that could be retained. During the course of my treatment every step was explained to me in detail and carried out in a mitaculous fashion by Dr Khan, who I consider to be a perfectionist , ensuring that everything was satisfactory before proceeding to the next stage.
I have nothing but praise for Dr Khan and all his team who made a somewhat daunting proposition a relaxed and friendly affair. The results are just fantastic, more than I'd hoped for and I would absolutely no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Dr Khan and his team at Rockingham House, to anyone contemplating a similar procedure - I can smile again!
Many thanks to you all."
Joyce Mills