This Manchester dentist is offering guests the chance to enhance their teeth with a multitude of cosmetics, including viral teeth trends.
Everyone is always after one thing in life, and it’s keeping those pearly whites looking as shiny and polished as ever.
Social media platforms have encouraged more and more of us to explore different cosmetic and aesthetic dental procedures, so much so that the term ‘Turkey teeth’ has become synonymous online with anyone who has seemingly taken a trip and returned to the UK with un-naturally white and abnormal teeth.
Another cosmetic procedure done to improve the appearance of teeth is composite bonding.
Unfamiliar with it? Well, we took matters into our own hands by consulting Dr Billal Arshad, a world class cosmetic dentist at Rüh Dental in Spinningfields, to get out his expertise.
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Rüh Dental offers a tailored-to-you experience and provides all the advice you could possibly need / Credit: The Manc Group
Rüh Dental does things differently, building confidence one smile at a time with natural, bespoke results that seek to enhance rather than overpower.
The company takes a unique approach to dentistry – one where artistry, luxury, and care come together seamlessly.
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For Rüh Dental, it’s about more than just crafting dream smiles and helping people feel their best.
Q&A with Dr Billal Arshad about composite bonding
Q: What does composite bonding entail?
A: Composite bonding is a minimally-invasive cosmetic dental procedure where a tooth-coloured resin is applied to your teeth to improve their shape, size, or colour.
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Think of it as a way to smooth out imperfections, whether it’s chipped, uneven, or discoloured teeth, without drilling or removing natural enamel. I sculpt the resin by hand, layer by layer, then harden it with a special blue light.
The result? A natural-looking, flawless smile in just one appointment.
Q: Does it help with sensitive teeth?
A: Yes, it can. Since composite bonding covers exposed areas of enamel, it can act as a protective layer against temperature sensitivity caused by worn-down teeth or minor enamel loss.
While it’s not a cure for deep-rooted sensitivity issues (like nerve-related pain), it does help reduce discomfort from hot, cold, or acidic foods.
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If sensitivity is a major concern, then it’s best to have a conversation with your dentist about whether bonding is the best option for you. There may be other solutions such as Invisalign – a clear, removable aligner system that gradually straightens teeth – instead.
You can get up to £1,000 off Invisalign at Rüh Dental from 25 February to 6 March.
The Spinningfields-based company has sleek and modern dentist spaces / Credit: The Manc Group
Q: What’s the maintenance like?
A: Bonded teeth are low maintenance, but not indestructible.
You’ll still need to brush and floss as usual, but there are a few extra precautions. Avoid biting hard objects (ice, pens and fingernails) and anything that could cause staining (coffee, red wine, curry) since bonding can discolour over time.
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Regular check-ups and polishing help keep them looking fresh as well as a night guard to protect your bonding if you grind your teeth.
Q: How do you stop it from looking fake / or like ‘Turkey teeth’?
A: You mean the dreaded oversized, overly-white, and un-natural look? The key to avoiding this is subtlety and skill.
Shade matching, so choosing a shade that complements your natural teeth, not one that looks like a neon sign. Ensuring natural contours, as after all, teeth aren’t perfectly straight slabs, they have natural grooves and variations, which I replicate. Proper proportions are also key – no oversized, bulky teeth, but ones that are shaped to suit your face and bite.
The goal is a refreshed, natural smile – one that looks like you, but even better.
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Rüh Dental is offering a range of cut-price procedures for a limited time only. / Credit: The Manc Group
As mentioned, Rüh Dental is offering Invisalign at a cut-price for one week only, offering free teeth whitening (worth £500), free Vivera retainers (worth £500), a free digital scan and simulation, and even a complimentary consultation.
Fancy checking out any of these cosmetic treatments and accessing the benefits listed above? Rüh Dental is running this promotion for one week only from 25 February to 6 March.
Manchester streaming platform StreamGM unveils four-part creative industry careers podcast
Thomas Melia
A new four-partpodcast by StreamGM featuring some of Greater Manchester’s top creatives has launched with the aim of powering creative careers.
Produced by Rebecca Swarray, a.k.a. ‘RebeccaNeverBecky’ – the founder of the Manchester events and arts collective – this podcast is designed to “ignite and elevate creative careers in music.”
Swarray deep dives into the current Manc music scene and beyond with the help of fellow insiders who vary upon each episode.
There are four parts in this latest series and there’s lots to cover, especially in an industry that’s ever-changing and ever-challenging.
Some of the guests and speakers you can expect to listen to on ‘ICAM’ (In Conversations and Masterclasses)Credit: StreamGM/The Manc Group
Listeners can expect to learn all about ‘Women Behind The Music’ as part of the In Conversations and Masterclasses series with Sophie Bee, Sara Garvey and Kat Brown.
The next episode delves into another key music industry area, ‘Promoters, Venues And Events’, which is broken down by Baz Plug One, Strutty, Tashadean Wood and Liv McCafferty.
‘Artist Development And Management’ features Karen Boardman, Karen Gabay, Damian Morgan, and Via Culpan deep in discussion.
The final episode in this four-part series is ‘Videography And Photography In The Creative Industries’, which sees Johan Reitan, Alice Kanako and Ahmani Vidal talking all things visual.
These four features will be an incredible resource for any creative talents as it put together by professionals for upcoming professionals of any age from any background, race, gender and walk of life.
After all, that’s what is all about, right?
Abbreviated to ‘ICAM’, the podcast is certainly one to check out, with for aspiring artist managers, producers, photographers, promoters—anyone driven to make their mark in music and events.
These podcast sessions understand industry challenges, explore career journeys, creative influences, crisis management and lots more creative field concerns.
You can find the first episode in full down below:
The first episode of the new limited StreamGM podcast.
This run of shows is the second instalment by StreamGM: Greater Manchester’s phenomenal streaming platform dedicated to all things music, nightlife and culture.
Whether you’re a budding creative arts talent or just curious to find out insights into this wonderful innovative industry, you can listen to all the episodes from the series directly on StreamGM HERE.
Elsewhere in Greater Manchester music news, another very special event is kicking off very soon:
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Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials
Emily Sergeant
Trials are currently underway to see if comedy could be an alternative to antidepressants as a way to reduce NHS costs.
UK tech company Craic Health has secured important funding for its ‘comedy on prescription’ project that’s aimed at helping the Government work with the comedy industry, communities, and organisations on comedy-based social prescriptions in the hope that they can solve financial struggles within the NHS.
The groundbreaking scheme uses stand-up shows and workshops to help people who are isolated, lonely, and vulnerable.
Craic believes comedy is an ‘untapped opportunity’ to improve health and wellbeing, and has a goal to make comedy easier to access, so that it can help communities experience its mental health and social benefits.
To achieve this, the company has started trialling Comedy-on-Prescription experiences in the UK – starting in London, with the potential for expansion – which includes things like curated comedy panel game show events and workshops, and general stand-up comedy shows at some of the capital’s world-famous venues.
Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials / Credit: Wikimedia Commons
“Mental health issues like loneliness, isolation, and stress are more common than ever,” the company explains.
“So much so that it’s projected that by 2030, mental health problems, particularly depression, will be the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally, [but] in this challenging world, comedy stands out as a universal language that breaks barriers.
“Research shows that comedy and laughter have powerful effects – they bring people together, create positive connections, and make life more enjoyable.”
Craic Health says that social prescribing, of which Comedy-on-Prescription is a part of, is all about inclusivity, which makes it making it suitable for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Its focus is on personalised support, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Thomas Melia -
20th February 2025 
