Dr Roy Richard-Huson Dentist uMhlanga

Dr Roy Richard-Huson Dentist, uMhlanga

About

Dr Roy Richard-Huson, originally from Cape Town, graduated with a B.Ch.D in Dentistry from the University of Stellenbosch in 1996. After qualifying, he moved to the United Kingdom, where he worked at a dental practice near Cambridge for four years before becoming the principal dentist. In 2008, he joined a top cosmetic practice in the Harley Street area of London, working with Dr Joe Oliver, a world-leading cosmetic dentist to celebrities. This experience allowed him to specialise in cosmetic dentistry, particularly in high-profile treatments featured in BBC’s “10 Years Younger”.

Dr Richard-Huson returned to South Africa in 2010 and established Silver Oaks Dental Clinic in uMhlanga. He has completed numerous postgraduate courses, including specialised training in Cosmetic Dentistry and Implantology. Dr Richard-Huson is known for his gentle approach, using techniques such as Nitrous Oxide Sedation and “The Wand” local anaesthetic system to ensure patient comfort.

Services

• Cosmetic Dentistry: Dr Richard-Huson specialises in transforming smiles using advanced techniques. He is one of the few dentists in South Africa offering cosmetic imaging to visualise treatment options digitally without touching the teeth.
• Dental Implants: Dr Richard-Huson provides state-of-the-art dental implant treatments to restore missing or damaged teeth.
• Same-Day Crowns and Same-Day Smiles: Using CAD-CAM digital dentistry, including the CEREC 3D laser scanner and MCXL milling unit, Dr Richard-Huson creates custom crowns and smiles in a single visit.
• General Dentistry: Offering comprehensive dental care, including fillings, cleanings, and preventive treatments to maintain optimal oral health.
• Sedation Dentistry: For nervous patients, Dr Richard-Huson offers Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Sedation or “The Wand” anaesthetic system to ensure comfort and ease during treatment.

Additional Information

Dr Richard-Huson is committed to continuous learning and improvement, regularly attending postgraduate courses to stay at the forefront of modern dental practices. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA), the British Academy of Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry (BAACD), and the International Team of Implantologists (ITI). Outside of dentistry, Dr Richard-Huson enjoys cycling, triathlons, and music, and cherishes time spent with his family, including his wife, Cara, and their two sons, Matthew and Aaron.