Dr Adam Ross Higgins

Dr Adam Ross Higgins

BDS (King’s College London) BSC (Hons) – Dental Surgeon (GDC: 244217)

Adam graduated from the renowned Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ Dental Institute in London, earning the British Society of Prosthodontic Elective Prize for his noteworthy audit on dental implants replacing missing teeth. He presented this award on a national platform. Additionally, Adam secured the national British Medical and Dental Student’s Trust award for his outstanding implant project, becoming the inaugural recipient of the Alumni of King’s College London Award. Prior to this, he achieved an Honours degree in Biomedical Science with Enterprise from the University of Sheffield.

Following his graduation, Adam completed his dental foundation training in the esteemed Oxford Deanery. He then embarked on his journey to attain a diploma in membership to the Joint Dental Faculty of the Royal College of Surgeons (MJDF RCS UK).

Adam furthered his expertise by obtaining a Senior House Officer position at Birmingham Dental Hospital, where he underwent comprehensive postgraduate training in complex treatment planning, sedation, and minor oral surgery, including wisdom teeth removal. This experience involved collaboration with consultants and Professors.

Since joining Scott Arms Dental Practice in 2014, Adam has been highly regarded by patients. He has continued to hone his skills by pursuing additional training with the International Team For Implantology, specializing in the latest techniques in dental implants. In recognition of his accomplishments, Adam received a national award in 2017 for successfully placing over 100 implants in a year. He now accepts referrals for dental implant treatment and extractions from general dental practitioners across the West Midlands, offering late appointments to accommodate busy schedules. Adam also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry, providing comprehensive solutions in both implant and cosmetic dentistry.

Adam’s passion for dentistry encompasses a broad spectrum, and he particularly excels in caring for anxious and nervous patients. He has undertaken additional training in sedation to further assist in providing a comfortable experience. With his caring and empathetic approach, Adam ensures patients feel at ease under his care.

Continuing his commitment to professional development, Adam has attended lectures in Chicago, Dubai, Holland, and Malaysia. Outside of dentistry, he finds joy in running half marathons for charity, swimming, and spending quality time with his niece, Aurora, and nephew, Xander.