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Trust score 8/100
Accepting new patients
Dr
Dr Nicholas Lai
Dentistry
English
9,105+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Nicholas Lai is a well experienced Orthodontist at London City Smiles with over 20 years of experience in dentistry. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree at Guy's Hospital in 2000 and worked as a general dentist for three years. He later gained further experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, restorative dentistry, and paediatric dentistry in various healthcare settings. He was awarded his Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2002.
In 2003, Dr Lai started his three-year Specialist Orthodontic training at the Royal London Hospital, earning his Master of Science degree (MSc) in 2005 and his Membership in Orthodontics (MOrtho) in 2006 from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Dr Lai has worked in various specialist practices, focusing on adult orthodontics and complex cases including orthognathic cases and treating patients with hypodontia. He has expertise in aesthetic brace systems, including: Invisalign, lingual braces and ceramic braces (Clarity). Dr Lai is also an accredited temporary anchorage device (TAD) practitioner, devices used in conjunction with braces to reduce treatment time.
In 2003, Dr Lai started his three-year Specialist Orthodontic training at the Royal London Hospital, earning his Master of Science degree (MSc) in 2005 and his Membership in Orthodontics (MOrtho) in 2006 from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Dr Lai has worked in various specialist practices, focusing on adult orthodontics and complex cases including orthognathic cases and treating patients with hypodontia. He has expertise in aesthetic brace systems, including: Invisalign, lingual braces and ceramic braces (Clarity). Dr Lai is also an accredited temporary anchorage device (TAD) practitioner, devices used in conjunction with braces to reduce treatment time.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Nicholas Lai
Education & training
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2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2007–2011 Residency · Dentistry
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2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Dentistry
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,441 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,135 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,143 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,040 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 30 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 19 · i10: 8
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European registry analysis of Dentistry outcomes
DOI: 10.5350/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34510158 · cited by 185
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Outcomes of Dentistry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.3832/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32038442 · cited by 179
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European registry analysis of Dentistry outcomes
DOI: 10.3997/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30038182 · cited by 77
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Dentistry European Annual Congress (Dentistry) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Dentistry National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Dentistry — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2012
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2012
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2012
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Dentistry
- Awareness When should you see a dentistry?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · nicholas.lai@euroclinics.example
