Growing up in a family of bankers, Dr Sheena Tanna was expected to follow a traditional and well-trodden career path. But even from a young age, Sheena knew her future lay elsewhere. Fascinated by science and particularly drawn to biology, she set her sights on dentistry – a profession that would allow her to combine clinical excellence with human connection.
During her five-year university degree, Sheena’s curiosity extended beyond dentistry alone. As digital technology began to transform industries across the world, she became increasingly interested in how innovation could elevate patient care within the dental sector. She started asking questions: how could technology improve accuracy, comfort, trust and outcomes for patients? That curiosity would later become the foundation of her practice.
While studying, Sheena worked tirelessly to gain hands-on experience, securing a placement at a dental practice in Blackpool. The experience proved transformative. Inspired by the passion of her tutor and immersed in real-world dentistry, Sheena found her confidence and clarity. “I loved my time at that practice,” she reflects. “It reinforced that this was exactly what I was meant to be doing.”
After meeting her husband, Sheena relocated to Kent and made the bold decision to go it alone. Backing herself fully, she took the leap and purchased her own practice – a defining moment that marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter. From day one, Sheena was determined to do things differently. Rather than simply delivering treatments, she wanted to create an experience that truly put patients at ease.
Today, the practice offers a wide range of services including smile design, composite bonding, implants and advanced restorative treatments. One of Sheena’s core areas of expertise is tooth alignment using the Invisalign system, a treatment modality which fully aligns with her drive to adopt a fully digital workflow. By harnessing the cutting-edge technology of the Align digital platform Sheena is able to plan, visualise and deliver highly personalised orthodontic care with predictability and precision.
For Sheena, exceptional dentistry goes far beyond the treatment chair. Everything centres around the patient journey and how people feel from the moment they walk through the door. Significant investment has been made in state-of-the-art digital technology, ensuring that every treatment – particularly Invisalign – is underpinned by accuracy, transparency and trust.
“Providing world-class service is everything to me,” Sheena explains. “Digital dentistry plays a major role at the heart of that service, from the moment a patient steps through the door to the final result.”
Patients undergoing Invisalign benefit from advanced iTero scanning technology, which replaces traditional impressions with a fast, comfortable digital scan. Using a slim handheld wand, the scanner captures detailed 3D images and videos of the teeth in just minutes, allowing both dentist and patient to view the results instantly on screen. This not only improves comfort, but also enables patients to visualise their potential smile transformation before treatment even begins.
Invisalign treatment at the practice is further supported by Virtual Care, allowing Sheena to monitor progress remotely between appointments. This digital check-in technology gives patients peace of mind, reduces unnecessary visits and ensures treatment stays on track – all while maintaining the highest clinical standards.
Every detail of the practice has been carefully considered, including a virtual check-in system designed to support nervous or anxious patients who may prefer minimal interaction on arrival. Each surgery is also equipped with AI-enabled technology to help identify potential issues with teeth and gums early, supporting more proactive and preventative care.
For Sheena, this technology is about empowerment as much as efficiency. Patients can see exactly what the dentist sees, fully understand their oral health and feel confident in their treatment decisions. This level of transparency has become a cornerstone of the practice and a powerful trust-building tool.
Sheena’s forward-thinking approach has not gone unnoticed. She has recently been named “The Next Top Digital Dentist” by Dentistry Magazine – an accolade she is incredibly proud of and one that recognises her commitment to innovation and excellence.
And she’s only just getting started. With ambitious plans to expand the practice further, invest in additional scanners and continue reaching more patients through digitally led treatments like Invisalign, Sheena remains driven by one clear goal: helping people feel confident, informed and proud of their smile.
One to watch, without doubt.
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