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.
You can get a mobile massage treatment in your office – just like us
Thomas Melia
We’d like to introduce you to the pioneering personalised service offering massage treatments on the move at practically any location including direct from your office– including to those of us here in Manchester.
In a world where you can get practically anything delivered straight to your door, it wasn’t going to be long until some genius invented a way to get a massage from the comfort of your own office.
Named ‘London’s first digital beauty concierge’, Ruuby have been pampering the nation’s capital for almost a decade before branching out to further locations.
The gorgeous set up provided by RuubyLook at that lovely branding on the towels.They did wonders with our otherwise plain downstairs office space. (Credit: The Manc Group)
In October 2024, the company expanded beyond its domestic reach in the likes of the capital, the Cotswolds and Surrey into Europe, making its first mark Switzerland: the perfect country for both luxury and essential beauty treatments with a tailored experience.
The month following saw the group moving up North and all the way to Manchester, where people can now book professional treatments best suited to them, right on their doorstep.
If you’re feeling scepticalstill, you can take it from us here at The Manc; we couldn’t tell you how relaxing and comforting these massages are.
There are a range of treatments available and we opted for two bespoke massages, a sports massage and a deep tissue massage.
Each experience is suited to your personal needs meaning each massage therapist will be able to fine-tune their relaxation abilities to what benefits you best.
After choosing the bespoke massage that I felt would work best for me, I went into this with no prior massage experience and I came out feeling taller, broader and more refreshed. Highly recommend.
Mid-day office massage? Yes, please.How relaxing. What a shame you have to go back to work after!Credit: The Manc Group
My masseuse guided me throughout the whole process and we soon discovered that I was able to tolerate much harder pressure than I thought which helped release tension I didn’t even know I had!
The same applies to how firm you’d like your session to be, as the masseuse can help with a brief overview of your time together, but the amount of pressure you like is down to personal preference.
It’s not just massages either: there’s everything from waxing, nails and hair to physio and IV drips; how about getting Marbella ready in less than an hour with a spray tan service set up wherever you are?
As Ruuby is a mobile and remote work environment, there are a number of at any time up and down the country, meaning your next beauty slot could be as little as an hour away, find out more HERE.
Manchester’s Cat Cafe issues lengthy response to anti-industry statement
Danny Jones
Manchester’s soon-to-return Cat Cafe has shared a lengthy statement responding to the recent suggestion made by leading animal charities that their particular line of business should become a thing of the past.
Cat Cafe Manchester (CCM) closed its city centre premises back in January 2021 like so many others suffering from the post-pandemic struggle, but there are still several other feline-focused coffee shops and similar set-ups located up and down the country.
With that in mind and after the Manchester location announced a comeback later this year – in a prime location on Deansgate, no less – the discussion surrounding the niche industry has turned to issues regarding animal rights, welfare and overall quality of life.
However, rather than simply firing back at the likes of the RSPCA and Cats Protection over their concerns and belief that these venues should be “phased out”, the company has come out to agree with their overarching point whilst still assuring that their sites “are different”.
As you can see in an extensive reply, the brand begins by writing: “We are in strong agreement that there needs to be more regulation in the industry, as we believe many cafes are operating in manners that are harmful to cats.”
They detail how they don’t support ventures that operate by simply piggybacking on vital animal rescue procedures, citing that around 90% of the UK’s cat cafes simply ship prospective pets in and out, creating a stressful environment for its furry residents.
In contrast, Cat Cafe MCR go on to insist that “cats in our cafes are pedigree, as they are best suited to an indoor-only environment [as opposed to rescues who often benefit from outdoor time], and they are bred for temperament, meaning our cats need a lot of attention from people, and also enjoy the company of other cats.
“Our cafes have windows for natural light and there is plenty of space off the cafe floor for cats to get away from customers. They are provided with enough resources spread out throughout a very large building to reduce any competitive behaviour. Our cats are never ever kept in cages – as is the case in some Cat Cafes.”
CCM also explained how the behaviour of their in-house cats is analysed weekly, adding that “if we feel any cat in our cafe is not happy and is showing signs of stress, we would immediately remove them from the environment.”
Besides the obvious soothing quality of the experience for regular customers, cafes like theirs and the canine equivalent CuppaPug in Salford are extremely helpful in providing animal-assisted therapy for people struggling with mental health conditions and those categorised as neurodiverse.
Cat Cafe drew their response to a close by inviting both of the charities in question to work with them in creating new guidelines and strict rules when it comes to animal welfare in these spaces.
They concluded by declaring that not only are they “incredibly difficult to run responsibly” when done properly but that “Cat Cafes are not all the same, and they should not be opened without serious thought and consideration for the cats’ welfare.”
We are still unclear as to when exactly Cat Cafe Manchester will reopen but all we know is that the team will be as dedicated to providing an enjoyable experience for both the animals and visitors when it does.
Thomas Melia -
20th February 2025 
