What We Do (differently!)
With our team of dentists and hygienists sharing a combined experience of over 60 years in private practice, you can be sure that we will look after your mouth in the same way that we look after own.
Most dental practices offer two levels of care by mixing private and NHS dentistry. We are different because we feel that there is only one level of care – the best possible. Using the best materials and equipment available, we take as much time as you need to be cared for properly without compromise or constraints.
We will do the best for you, not the most. Even if that sometimes means
doing
nothing!
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We Offer Emergency Cover
If you experience pain outside of our opening times there are arrangements in place for all to be able to access an emergency dentist. Find Out More
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Highland Dental Plan
We feel that the level of dental care we provide should be accessible to all. We have teamed up with the Highland Dental Plan Find Out More
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Directions To Find Us
We are situated on Bank Street, in Aberfeldy, opposite the pharmacy and optician. Find Out More
GENERAL DENTAL CARE
We offer private dental care for adults and children. It is especially important to us that children feel calm and happy when visiting the practice and under no pressure whatsoever. We understand that it takes time to earn their trust and we are happy to take that time.
HYGIENE THERAPIES
Years of research has proven that healthy gums are the foundation of not only great dental health, but overall heath too. Gum disease increases the risk of many other health complications such as heart disease, strokes, diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis to name just a few.
We recommend that all patients visit a dental hygienist at least once a year to help keep the gums, and body, healthy. Prevention through education is the key to success – our hygienist, Jennifer, will ensure that you have the right information and the correct tools to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape at home. Our latest favourite treatment is the Air Polishing system which gently, but very effectively, removes even the most stubborn of stains to return your teeth to their natural pearly white state.
CEREC
Cerec veneers, crowns and inlays can be made in a single visit. As one of only a handful of practices in Scotland to have a Cerec machine on site, we use state of the art CAD/CAM technology (computer aided design/computer aided manufacture) to produce the strongest and most natural ceramic crowns, veneers, and inlays in one visit.
What does this mean for you?
- no sticky moulds taken of your teeth, it’s all done with digital imaging instead
- no temporary crown or veneer that may fall off - leave with your new tooth the same day
- no waiting for weeks for your crown or veneer to be made at a dental laboratory
- no need to return for a second appointment to have your new crown/veneer fitted
This is a very popular treatment with our local patients but we also see a growing demand from visitors to the area. Although going to the dentist may not be on the top of your wish list whilst on holiday, we are aware that it can be a struggle to fit everything in during a normal working week. With CEREC we can provide a permanent solution to broken teeth without taking up too much of your holiday time.
COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you. And being able to smile, laugh and speak with confidence is a natural, and achievable, goal.
There are many options available for those who would like not only a healthier mouth, but a happier smile. We have many years of experience in returning beautiful smiles to many mouths - from the simplest to the most complex of cases.
Everyone has different wishes – come and talk to us about yours.
MERCURY-FREE MATERIALS
As your health and wellbeing are of paramount importance to us, we pride ourselves on delivering the best level of dental care by using the best materials available, in the safest surroundings. We choose not to use mercury amalgam filling material opting instead for mercury-free tooth coloured filling material (Ivoclar Vivadent IPS Empress Direct) which is almost indistinguishable from natural tooth tissue.
DIGITAL X-RAYS
We also have digital x-ray equipment which not only keeps radiation to an absolute minimum, but provides instant, clear images directly to your dentist’s computer for an immediate diagnosis. These images are then stored digitally with your notes for easy future reference.
INFECTION CONTROL
Our highest priority is to keep you and your family safe when you spend time with us - we apply stringent controls to prevent cross contamination and we conduct a monthly review of our protocols to ensure that we are all working consistently to the highest standards. To keep up to date with any changes, all of our staff complete additional training every 6 months. We have installed a specialised Decontamination Room ensuring that we have the very latest and very best sterilization facilities to hand. A copy of our infection control policy is available from reception; please ask if you would like to read it.