Specialist Prosthodontist
David Attrill
BDS (Manchester 1991)
PhD (Manchester 1997)
FDS RCS Edinburgh (1998)
FDC RCS (Rest. Dent) 2003
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
GDC Number:
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David Attrill
BDS (Manchester 1991)
PhD (Manchester 1997)
FDS RCS Edinburgh (1998)
FDC RCS (Rest. Dent) 2003
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
GDC Number:
67132David is a registered Specialist with the General Dental Council in both Restorative Dentistry and Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics. He brings 35 years of experience in managing and treating complex restorative problems and in particular those related to dentures which is his clinical passion.
David qualified in Manchester in 1991, gaining a Distinction in Restorative Dentistry and also being awarded the Claudius-Ash prize for Restorative Dentistry and the Alpha Omega prize for Clinical Excellence. He worked in General Dental Practice in the Manchester area for several years.
He undertook a PhD shortly after graduating, and was awarded the Manchester Medical Society Gold Medal for his research work in dentistry.
Having completed all of his specialist clinical training, David moved to the West Midlands in 2003 and raised his family here.
David was a Consultant/Honorary Consultant at Birmingham Dental Hospital and School from 2003-25. He specialised in managing patients with missing teeth alongside teaching and training the next generation of dentists.
He was appointed Reader and Associate Professor at the University of Birmingham in 2018.
Alongside his passion for diagnosing and treating patients with missing teeth, he was Head of Education at Birmingham Dental School and co-established the MSc in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Birmingham in 2017.
He has served as a council member of the British Prosthodontic Society and continues to lecture nationally and internationally. David provides education courses for dentists in the UK and examines and assesses dentists and dental students around the UK. He currently works with the General Dental Council as an Education Associate.
When you see David, your care will begin with a detailed consultation to understand your concerns, assess your oral health, and discuss what you would like to achieve from treatment.
As a registered Specialist in Restorative Dentistry and Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics, David provides expert care for patients with complex restorative needs, particularly those involving missing teeth, dentures, and the reconstruction or replacement of teeth.
Your first appointment may take place over one or more visits, depending on the complexity of your case. During this stage, David will take the time to carefully assess your teeth, gums, bite, existing restorations, and any dentures or prostheses you may already have.
Detailed X-rays may also be needed to help build a full picture of your oral health and support accurate treatment planning.
A key part of your consultation will involve discussing your concerns, priorities, and expectations. This may include how your teeth or dentures affect your ability to eat, speak, smile, or feel confident.
David will explain your options clearly, helping you understand what may be possible, what treatment may involve, and which approach is most suitable for your individual needs.
Following your consultation, you will receive a personalised summary of the findings. This will include the treatment options available to you, where relevant, along with David’s recommended treatment plan.
Your plan will outline any treatment required, estimated costs, and whether additional care may be needed to help achieve the best possible outcome.
David provides specialist prosthodontic care for a range of needs, including:
Specialist prosthodontic care is often provided alongside your general dental care. Where needed, David may also work closely with other clinicians or specialists to ensure your treatment is carefully planned and delivered with your long-term oral health in mind.
The aim is to provide evidence-based, tailored care that supports function, comfort, appearance, and overall quality of life.