Vaccination against typhoid fever is recommended if you’re travelling to parts of the world where the condition is common, particularly if you’ll: have frequent or prolonged exposure to conditions where sanitation and food hygiene are likely to be poor be staying or working with local people. High-risk areas include: Africa, parts of South and Southeast Asia, parts of South and Central America. Two main vaccines are available for typhoid fever in the UK. One is given as a single injection, and the other is given as 3 capsules to take on alternate days. It’s also possible to have a combined hepatitis A and typhoid jab. Ideally, the typhoid vaccine should be given at least 1 month before you travel, but it can be given closer to your travel date if necessary. Booster vaccinations are recommended every 3 years if you continue to be at risk of infection. - [Read More]

When you visit Landmark Dental, you’ll find a different approach to dentistry. We’re a compassionate, caring and experienced team who share a passion for delivering the very best dental experience for everyone. As a patient, you’re treated as an individual. Your consultations will never feel rushed and you’ll always have the time to ask questions and get to know us as clinicians, just as we want to get to know you and your family. We’re committed to helping everyone enjoy the very best oral health, so you can experience a lifetime of happy, confident smiles. We’ve created an extensive treatment list at our relaxed, comfortable practice so you can have the peace of mind that you can access whatever dental support you want and need under one roof, from a team you know and trust. Take a look at some of the kind testimonials we have received to find out more about what it’s like to be a patient at Landmark Dental, or get in touch with the team if you have any questions or would like to book an appointment. Amit Duggal Prosthodontist, Implant Surgeon Amit qualified from St. Barts and The Royal London Hospital in 2001. He completed Senior House Officer posts in Restorative Dentistry and in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Amit completed an extensive four-year Masters Degree at Kings College London, to gain the title of Specialist in Prosthodontics in 2010, during which time he continued to work in private dental practice. He has been trained in the planning and provision of dental implants by Consultants and Professors who excel in this field. He has a special interest in Prosthodontics including Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral surgery and dealing with anxious patients. He also is extremely active in patient education. Outside dentistry he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, enjoying different cultures and is active in football and tennis. - [Read More]