Our Practice
The practice was established in 1958, relocating to its present premises in 1969.

The practice was taken over by husband & wife team, Peter Fellerman & Sarah Horton, in 1990 & has seen continuous development since then, culminating in expansion & complete refurbishment in 2005 resulting in a state-of-the-art practice offering a broad range of routine & specialist dental services.

As part of our ongoing modernisation program, you may have noticed some changes in the practice.  Most notably we are now fully computer networked with the aim of removing all paperwork from the surgery.  This will enable us to improve our service to you by facilitating:

» quicker & more convenient appointment making
» clearer appointment cards & treatment charge estimates
» less waiting time at reception

Our dental practice has established itself amongst the local community and for many years we have been a Leeds University approved training practice having met stringent postgraduate educational standards & patient care criteria.

We know as well as anyone that an attractive smile is one of the most noticeable and memorable features. That is why the whole dental team at the practice work hard to provide you with the very best dental healthcare.

Our Dental Team

Peter Fellerman BDS DGDP(UK) Principal Dentist
GDC No. 61757
Peter graduated from Liverpool University in 1986 and was working at a hospital and a general practice before buying King Lane Dental Care with Dr Sarah Horton in 1990. He has been appointed by Leeds University as a trainer and mentor to newly qualified dentists for the last 12 years. He's an active member of Leeds Dental Committee, serving on a number of committees.
Peter's dental interests are in Invisalign (clear orthodontic treatments) and restorative dentistry.
Outside dentistry, Peter's hobbies are music, films, squash, cycling and sailing.

Sarah Horton BDS Principal Dentistt
GDC No. 61653
Sarah graduated from Liverpool University in 1986 and was working at a hospital and a general practice before buying King Lane Dental Care with Dr Peter Fellerman in 1990.  
She has special dental interests in Invisalign and restorative dentistry.  In her spare time, she enjoys reading, watching films and running around after 3 children.

Andrea Sellers BChD Associate Dentist
GDC No. 65867
Andrea graduated from Leeds University in 1990 and has been working at King Lane Dental Care for the last 11 years.  She has special interests in both general and restorative dentistry.

Bev Anderton BChD Associate Dentist
GDC No. 57232
Bev graduated from Leeds University in 1982 and has been working at King Lane Dental Care for the last 11 years.  Her special interests are in general and restorative dentistry.  
In her spare time she enjoys walking and skiing.

Dr Hassan Maghaireh BDS, MFDS, RCSEd MSc Dental Implants, Manchester University
GDC No. 84681
Hassan graduated from the University of Cairo in 2000. He has studied & worked almost exclusively within oral surgery specialising in Dental Implantology being awarded his MSc in Dental Implantology from the University of Manchester. He works both in practice and also teaches part time on the MSc Dental Implant course at Manchester University.  
He's married with two children.

Emma Hutchinson BChD Associate Dentist
GDC No. 153681
Emma graduated from Leeds University in 2008 and has just joined the practice.  She has a keen interest in both general restorative dentistry. Prior to becoming a dentist, Emma worked as a physiotherapist at the BUPA hospital in Leeds.

She is married with a young son.

Ruth Day Hygienist/Therapist
Ruth has obtained the following diploma:
Dip Dent Hyiene Leeds in 2005
Dip Dent Therapy Leeds in 2005

Janet Mwanje Hygienist/Therapist
Janet has obtained the following diploma:
CEB Dip Dent Hygiene 1996
Dip Dent Therapy Liverpool 2001
Janet has over 15 years of experience in dental hygiene and works closely with our dentists to help our patients maintain good periodontal (gum) health.
 
Andrea Lowe
Andrea Lowe is our practice manager.  Andrea has worked in dentistry for over 30 years and has been at King Lane Dental Care for 5 years. As a practice manager, Andrea is responsible for the smooth running of the practice and for liaising with patients and the dental team.
All our staff are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).

Teeth Whitening
Teeth are stained by the foods and drinks we consume. Smoking further stains teeth and the natural bright, white shade becomes darkened. Teeth whitening is a successful and simple method of lightening the colour of your teeth. The degree of whiteness achieved will vary from patient to patient and with the type of bleaching process chosen.

Our dentists recommend both at home tray whitening and in surgery Zoom! system to whiten your teeth. The materials used are medically graded (tested and manufactured to the same standard as prescription medicines). There are very few side effects and the structure of teeth is not changed or damaged in any way. It merely makes them whiter and brighter!
In Surgery Zoom! Teeth Whitening
Your teeth can be lightened immediately using this technique which is conducted in the practice.
Our In Surgery/In Office 1-hour power whitening can whiten teeth by up to several shades, brightening your teeth dramatically to its natural shade. Your lips and gums are covered and a gel is applied to your teeth. A special light is positioned over your teeth to activate the gel, which gently penetrates your teeth, breaking up stains and discolouration. Whiter, brighter teeth in less than an hour!
Home Whitening
A custom made mouth tray is created. A whitening gel is placed in the tray which you then wear whist asleep or for short periods during the day.

Results are normally seen over 7-14 days.

Dental Implants
Dental implants offer a permanent solution for your missing teeth. A dental implant is essentially a substitute for a natural root and commonly it is screw or cylinder shaped.

Each implant is placed into a socket carefully drilled at the precise location of the intended tooth. Often the implant can be placed at the same time as removal of the tooth all on the same day.
If an implant has a screw-thread on its outer surface it can be screwed into position and if it does not, it is usually tapped into place. The main aim during installation of any implant is to achieve immediate close contact with the surrounding bone. This creates an initial stability, which over time is steadily enhanced by further growth of bone into microscopic roughnesses on the implant surface.

In order to support replacement teeth, dental implants normally have some form of internal screw thread or post space that allows a variety of components to be fitted. Once fitted, these components provide the foundation for long-term support of crowns, bridges or dentures. Click here for illustrated information.
Astra Tech develops, manufactures and markets dental implants and advanced medical devices within urology and surgery.
Association of Dental Implantology
The ADI aims to provide the public with an improved understanding of the benefits of implantology, and Members with the benefits of continuous skills development, safeguarding standards.

Crowns
A crown is an artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth.

A crown is sometimes known as a ‘cap’. Crowns are an ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken, or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling. They can be made of porcelain or gold or a combination of these materials.
A dental crown could be used for a number of other reasons, for instance:

• you may have discoloured fillings and would like to improve the appearance of the tooth
• you may have had a root filling which will need a crown to protect it
• it may help hold a bridge or denture firmly in place.

Bridges
Besides having dental implants, there are two main ways to replace missing teeth. The first is with a removable false tooth or teeth – a partial denture. The second is with a fixed bridge.
A dental bridge is usually used where there are fewer teeth to replace, or when the missing teeth are only on one side of the mouth. Bridges are usually made of a precious metal base. If the bridge will show, porcelain is then bonded to the base. Sometimes, there are other non-precious metals used in the base to reduce the cost.
You should replace missing teeth for a number of reasons. Your appearance is one reason. Another is that the gap left by a missing tooth can mean greater strain is put on the teeth at either side.
A gap can also mean your ‘bite’ is affected, because the teeth next to the space can lean into the gap and alter the way the upper and lower teeth bite together. This can then lead to food getting packed into the gap, which causes both decay and gum disease.

Benefits
Invisalign®– show off your smile, not your braces
Nothing is as important as a genuine and heartfelt smile.  Whether in your professional life or when you are out socialising,  An attractive smile can make you feel happier and more relaxed –  as well as making the right impression! 

If you’ve ever thought about how improving your smile could help you to feel more confident, Invisalign® might be for you.

With the Invisalign® technique you can have the smile you always wanted, without traditional, metal braces.
Invisalign in Leeds can help you get the great smile you've always wanted because it's...
Invisible - since the aligners are transparent most people wont even notice them and so no body will know that you are straightening your teeth. So you will be able to smile more during treatment as well as after.

Removable - you take your clear braces out to eat and drink what you want whilst in treatment, also dental hygiene is not problem, something that can be difficult when wearing fixed orthodontic braces.

Comfortable - conventional braces can cause irritation to your teeth and gums because of the metal wires and bands, with invisalign the aligners are comfortable and you shouldnt experince such problems.  
Invisalign® has its own patented clincheck system and so it allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan on a computer generated screen , so that you can see how your teeth will move over times and how straight your teeth will look when your treatment is complete. Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners. And it's been proven effective in both clinical research and in practices throughout the world.
How Does Invisalign® Work?

• You wear each set of clear aligners for about two weeks, removing them only when you need to eat, drink, or clean your teeth

• As you replace each aligner with the next one in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your dentist has prescribed.
• You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
• Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.

Visit the Invisalign website to learn more.
Invisalign®Clinically Effective 
More than 10,000 doctors are prescribing Invisalign® as an innovative treatment for straightening teeth. 

In addition to the aesthetic and comfort advantages, Invisalign®offers a number of significant clinical benefits including:

• Predictable treatment, as Invisalign®is planned in advance your dentist can more accurately predict when your treatment will be finished
• Improved periodontal health through better dental hygiene during treatment
• No metal allergies due to brackets and wires
• Greater treatment visibility and easier planning with our treatment software
• Custom manufacture means a tailored match to your teeth, for reduced irritation and fewer scratches

Get an e-opinion from Dr Fellerman to see whether Invisalign is right for you!

FAQ
What is Invisalign®?