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More Plymouth patient appreciation for SpaDental – thank you!
Since we piloted the online feedback form for Plymouth patient appreciation or dissatisfaction with our practice, we’ve had over 300 responses. Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your views. Our review rating of 4.7 stars (out of 5) highlights Plymouth patient appreciation for the work we do. We’re smiling with pride,…
Read more »Need a dentist urgently? Emergency care in Plymouth
Updated September 2019 There are times when people need a dentist urgently. It may because of bleeding, trauma to the mouth, or swelling of the face or neck. We can help! Are you near the South Devon – Cornwall border? If you need a dentist urgently, SpaDental Plymouth can help. Perhaps you’ve moved recently and…
Read more »High praise for the Plymouth team
Earlier this week, one of our patients sent this lovely message to the Plymouth team. We really appreciate your praise! “I have been a patient at the Hyde Practice [SpaDental Plymouth] for some 46 years, so have seen many changes of staff etc. I have today, been compelled to email you as a result of my…
Read more »A shout out to everyone! Good dentistry makes our world a better place!
Thank you to everyone who is working to keep us healthy! Our dental teams help to make our world a better place. Good dentistry is one of the huge pluses of our modern age! A life free from dental pain (any pain) is a life worth living! And a great smile helps too! Dentistry, along…
Read more »St Mellion wedding show dazzles. Your smile can too!
Last Sunday, Louise, Lorraine, Tom and I were at the Wedding Show hosted by the St Mellion International Resort. We met some lovely brides-and-grooms-to-be and had a really enjoyable time there. The Wedding Show is a terrific showcase for all things wedding related. There was so much to see, the wedding show dazzles! Everyone can…
Read more »Amelia knows that teeth are valuable!
Amelia’s lost her first tooth! She’s very happy! It was wobbling and Amelia was wondering when it was going to come out. She knew she had to be patient though. Wiggling it a bit, but leaving the tooth to come out in its own time. “It’s good I didn’t lose it down the plughole,” she…
Read more »The Wedding Show – calling all brides to be!
Are you getting married? Be sure to come to The Wedding Show! Are you thinking of that smile for your photographs? Do you have questions about how you can make your smile even better? Then be sure to come and see us at The Wedding Show. Louise and Heather from SpaDental Plymouth will be on…
Read more »How to preserve children’s teeth – top 3 tips.
Understanding the problem, and what we can do to preserve children’s teeth. The facts of the problem: Tooth decay is 95 % avoidable. 12% of 3 year olds have tooth decay. 25% of 5 year olds have tooth decay. Earlier symptoms of tooth decay in children are often untreated. Tooth decay is the most common…
Read more »Planning for a wedding? Five days to go until the Wedding Show.
Your wedding! Are you as excited as we are? Planning for a wedding is a daunting task. And it can be easy to forget something vital. How’s your list going? Wedding venue, transport, favours, playlist, flowers, menu and the vegetarian option. And then there’s the dress, the heels, the hair, nails and make-up. And for…
Read more »Opening for a part-time dental nurse,Plymouth.
Contact us to learn more about our current opening for a part-time dental nurse. We believe being one of a team, brings out the best! We are currently interviewing. Does your current status means that you’d prefer a flexible schedule? As our practice is growing we look forward to welcoming a new part-time dental nurse…
Read more »Nervous patients in Plymouth reassured
Our dental surgeon is expanding her list, so nervous patients in Plymouth can feel confident they will receive sympathetic, effective treatment. One of Lucy’s patients had this to say: “I am extremely nervous/phobic when visiting a dentist. This was my first visit to SpaDental – I can honestly say I couldn’t have been looked after…
Read more »You can afford private dental care in Plymouth. Make a plan!
It is possible to afford private dental care in Plymouth, if you join the Denplan payment plan that SpaDental offers. Buy into monthly payments for dental fitness with Denplan. At SpaDental Plymouth we offer two payment plans to help our patients budget for the treatments they wish to have. Denplan Care – covers your preventive…
Read more »We’re registering! Children’s NHS treatment – Plymouth & Saltash
Updated August 2019 Are you wondering how to get the best dental care for your kids? Or are you and your family relocating to the Plymouth/Tamar region? Learn more about our children’s NHS treatments, at our SpaDental Plymouth and Saltash practices. Find your nearest practice Ask about fluoride treatment to help protect children’s teeth Meet…
Read more »Do I need an implant?
If you have a missing tooth, or teeth, then you may need an implant. Although implant treatment is not easy, it can make a great difference to how your teeth function and look. Patients think that the long term benefit of having an implant is worth it. If you’re in the Plymouth area and considering…
Read more »What’s the best way to use my electric toothbrush?
Here’s a helpful answer to one of our frequently asked questions. Our patients often ask, “How should I use my electric toothbrush?” In the video below, Tom Wardiell from SpaDental Plymouth explains the best technique, to make sure that you’re getting the most out of your investment. The key advice that Tom shares is: focus…
Read more »Nervous of dentists? We can help.
Many people are nervous of dentists, and at SpaDental we believe it’s our job to reassure you that you’re in safe hands. All of us at the Plymouth practice would like to thank Hayley for stepping out in front of our video cam to talk a bit about what’s it’s like to be nervous of…
Read more »My Invisalign journey – a patient experience.
SpaDental patient, Laura tells us about her Invisalign journey and how it’s going: Laura’s Invisalign journey is easier than she’d expected! “I’ve always been paranoid about my front teeth. Whenever I went to smile I had my hands over my mouth, and I never felt confident in photos. I didn’t think I could do anything…
Read more »Going the extra miles to support anxious patients
This weekend, our dental surgeon Lucy Smith clocked up around 700 miles to support anxious patients. She travelled from Plymouth up to Harrogate and back, to attend a course held for dentists who wish to offer IV sedation. Since she began working in SpaDental Plymouth last year, Lucy’s reputation has spread. New patients, are asking…
Read more »Meet our dental nurse team leader – Sian Cowper
My name is Sian Cowper. And for me, dental nursing is more than a profession – it’s a way of life! So much of a nurse’s personality and enthusiasm goes into the job. As the dental nurse team leader here, I think it’s important everyone knows we love our work! I began my career working…
Read more »Sarah Briggs – Trainee Dental Nurse
Sarah Briggs is training to be a dental nurse with the help of SpaDental Plymouth. Here’s what she told us about her career choices: “I changed my career to become a dental nurse,” says Sarah Briggs ‘After returning from working abroad as a professional dancer in 2014, I became a fitness instructor. I loved teaching…
Read more »Diana Marcus – Dental Surgeon at SpaDental Plymouth
“My dentist Diana is so kind and puts me, a very nervous patient, at ease.” JC Above is a patient’s comment, which was added to an overall rating of our practice as 5* and “excellent”. Thank you! Diana Marcus joined our team of dental surgeons in January 2017. She is valued by both the SpaDental…
Read more »Charlotte Murie – Trainee Dental Nurse in Plymouth
Charlotte Murie explains: Why I want to become a Dental Nurse. ‘I am currently training to be a dental nurse at SpaDental Plymouth because I believe it’s important to help people understand the importance of looking after their teeth and gums. It is so valuable being involved in the day to day life of the surgery….
Read more »Where’s Stephen? We had to find out what he was up to!
Where is he? Look behind you! Surely that’s not Stephen? Our SpaDental team in Plymouth had a special reason for enjoying a night out to watch the panto Aladdin. Every year the Ugborough Dramatic Society in Devon puts on a pantomime. The Ugborough panto draws in crowds from near and far. So off we went. Well,…
Read more »Our new surgery is now finished and ready for our patients
After a tough couple of weeks for Dan Barnes and his team from DSB Maintenance and the SpaDental team in Plymouth, the new surgery is now finished and is looking absolutely fantastic. We are all thrilled with the outcome, and smiling as much as we like our patients to! Before – the old surgery The…
Read more »Maria Shrigley – Trainee Dental Nurse
Meet one of our new trainee dental nurses – Maria Shrigley. Each year we enjoy mentoring trainee dental nurses. We believe that their professional development also impacts on out learning and development as a dental practice, keeping us on our toes. When we have trainees, we have to spend time discussing our procedures and practices….
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