Healthcare (90)
Smile-to-go
Smilepod is a walk-in hygienists, providing high-quality professional dental care without the hassle of having to make an appointment. Based in London’s Covent Garden, they offer competitively-priced treatments such as teeth whitening and 15-minute consultations.
Why it matters
Whilst walk-in clinics are commonplace, the concept applied to dental hygienists is a new one, reflecting of our fast-paced culture. Will this drop-in culture extend to other services in health and beauty as our demand for instant gratification amplifies?
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