The Skin & Aesthetic Clinic at Village Dental Centre in Patcham, Brighton, runs on Wednesday afternoons and is led by Sandra Forde. Sandra is a GDC-registered dentist (registration number 73813) who has offered anti-wrinkle treatments since completing her initial training in 2009. In 2021 she completed advanced training at the Harley Street Medical & Aesthetic Training Academy, where she developed the whole-face approach she uses today.
Every patient starts with a consultation at the practice on Old London Road. Sandra assesses facial movement, muscle strength, asymmetry and skin health before discussing whether treatment is suitable. Her focus is on subtle, natural-looking changes that keep your normal expression. She also has a clinical interest in therapeutic uses, including jaw clenching, teeth grinding, TMJ-related muscle pain and headaches.
Meet Sandra Forde
Sandra is one of the dentists at Village Dental Centre and has more than 15 years of experience in facial aesthetics. She trained in anti-wrinkle treatments in 2009 and completed advanced training at the Harley Street Medical & Aesthetic Training Academy in 2021.
Many of her patients have returned to her for several years. Her dental background gives her a detailed understanding of the muscles of the face and jaw, and this informs how she assesses each patient. Her focus is on safe, professional and personalised aesthetic care.
GDC registration: Sandra Louise Forde, 73813
A Whole-Face Approach
Sandra doesn’t treat individual lines in isolation. She looks at how the whole face moves and how the muscles work together, including the muscles that pull the face downwards. Her aim is to help you look fresher and more rested, not frozen or wrinkle-free.
At your consultation, Sandra will assess:
- Facial movement and expression
- Muscle strength and balance
- Asymmetry
- Skin texture and overall skin health
Any treatment plan is tailored to you. If Sandra doesn’t think treatment is right for you, she will tell you.
Therapeutic Uses
As a dentist, Sandra has a particular interest in the clinical uses of these treatments. At your consultation she can discuss whether treatment may be an option for:
- Jaw clenching and teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Muscular pain associated with TMJ disorders
- Migraine and tension headaches
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive underarm sweating)
Suitability depends on your symptoms and medical history, and Sandra will explain all the options available to you.
