Citylife in Lichfield June 2021

Lichfield Smiles, the award-winning
denture clinic based in the city, is
set to reopen after what can only
be described as a turbulent two years.
The clinic, run by clinical dental
technician Matt Burnell BSc Hons Dip
CDT RCS (Eng), offers a wholly
personalised approach to all denture
needs, delivering ‘smile solutions’
combined with the utmost of discretion
and exceptional service.
It was just under two years ago that disaster struck for the
renowned clinical dental technician and his dedicated team, when
a devastating flood swept through the period building, situated on
Upper St John Street, causing tens of thousands of pounds worth
of damage.
In the face of all adversity, committed Matt battled on and
continued to offer his services to patients already under his care,
making the visits to him as ‘normal’ as possible for clients, whilst
attempting to rectify the situation.
Sadly, the clinic experienced yet further issues when the Covid-
19 pandemic hit, which rendered the denture centre completely
closed and out of use for many months.
Fast forward to 2021, and the clinic appears to be finally ‘out of
the water’ (excuse the pun!). A brand-new refurbishment, both
inside and outside, means that the clinic is not only looking great,
but is fully compliant with all Covid regulations in order to be able
to safely reopen once again and offer the same fantastic, personal
level of service to its clients.
There is finally light at the end of the tunnel for Matt and the
team, and it’s a glaringly large flashlight-style beacon of light in the
form of yet more prestigious recognition in the world of dentistry!
Matt was recently presented with the title of President of the
British Association of Clinical Dental Technicians (BACDT), the
only UK association for dental technicians. This is not only a great
honour, but an incredible achievement, as the nominations for this
position involve votes from the Board and the association
members too.
What’s more, is that Lichfield Smiles is approaching its 10-year
anniversary so Matt is very much looking forward to celebrating in
style after what has been an extraordinarily challenging period!
“My main ambition now is to push advances in treatment
protocols and techniques, while raising awareness of clinical dental
technology within the dental profession and to the general public,”
comments Matt with, of course, the widest of smiles!
Find out more about Matt and Lichfield Smiles by visiting
www.smiles.uk.com of calling 01543 415288.
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All Smiles as Local
Dentist Reopens!
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