SpaDental News (page 4)

Urgent care or dental emergency? FAQs

13th August 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Advice to help you manage a dental emergency and urgent care when you have to stay home.

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Bite-sized fun facts: lions get teeth problems

10th August 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

August 10th is World Lion Day. The day aims to raise awareness of the vulnerability of lions. Big cat numbers are declining worldwide as their historic habitats shrink. As humans encroach on their territory, big cats are threatened by poachers and illegal trade. Moreover, their prey becomes harder to find. Add to this the sort…

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Peter Gregory – “Pilot Pete”

6th August 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

PETER RICHARD GREGORY ‘Pilot Pete’ 24th December 1997 – 25th June 2023   June 2023 – a statement from Peter’s family: 25 years of living life to the full. On the morning of Sunday 25th June, our Pilot Pete took one last flight, doing what he loved. Be it in a hot air balloon or…

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Special Summer Sports Guard Offer

13th July 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

40% off! Yes, that’s correct. During the summer holiday, SpaDental Ledbury and Ross are offering a fabulous 40% discount on the cost of a custom fitted sports guard. This means that a superior quality sports guard is reduced to only £120. Get proper protection Dentist offers a mouth shield that provides the best protection against…

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To all our Dads – Happy Father’s Day 2023

18th June 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

We wish all our Dads out there a very Happy Fathers Day 2023! Everything you Dads do! Thank you. Today’s the day when we remember to tell you Dads what a great job you do helping out around the home and helping to raise a happy, healthy family. One of the important daily tasks that…

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Do you have a wedding to go to?

16th June 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

It’s so great to be socialising as normal these days. In fact, it’s hard now to remember the months when we couldn’t go out. So lets make the most of our freedom to go out and smile! We can help you smile! Do you think your smile’s not quite as you want it to be?…

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Bite-sized fun facts! Do giraffe’s have long teeth?

15th June 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Yes, it’s World Giraffe Day! While those of us in the northern hemisphere celebrate the longest day, it’s the longest night south of the equator. One fact is clear, though, we can easily see giraffes have a very long neck. But do they have long teeth? Fun facts about giraffe’s teeth Here are some fun…

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Cosmetic bonding to repair and transform

4th June 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Direct cosmetic bonding repairs and transforms. There’s a lot about this treatment to make you smile more! It conserves your tooth It’s less expensive than alternative treatments Usually it takes only one visit to the dentist It’s transformational Whether it’s a chip or a broken tooth, worn enamel, uneven edges, dark triangles between your teeth…

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Brilliant tooth whitening offer!

30th May 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

There’s no better time for a fresher, brighter smile!  Save £80! Especially if you have exciting events lined up. Do you have a significant anniversary, a dream holiday or a wedding you’re looking forward to? Our SpaDental practices located in Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye and Tewkesbury have a great offer. There’s a whopping £80 discount at the…

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Dentists with overseas qualifications making a difference

18th May 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

In 2020, SpaDental had the foresight to sponsor dentists with overseas qualifications, registered with the GDC as therapists, who are waiting for the opportunity to sit exams to be recognised as dentists in England. They are a brilliant addition to our team! Using the mixed skills of the whole team, they are now central to…

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Supporting dentists qualified overseas

17th May 2023 | SpaDental Administrator

SpaDental supports dentists qualified overseas SpaDental group offers support to dentists from overseas who are registered with the GDC as therapists and wish to work in England while they wait for an opportunity to sit their Overseas Registration Examinations (ORE) or Licence in Dental Surgery (LDS). is Clinical Director for SpaDental, and a dentist at…

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Your smile kit – the ultimate packing list

2nd May 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

At this time of the year, our thoughts turn to holidays. Perhaps you’re wondering what you need to pack. If you are, here’s our ultimate packing list to keep your smile in place while you’re away. The ultimate packing list for dental care away from home 1 – A toothbrush goes without saying! When you’re…

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Living comfortably with your new dentures

29th April 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

If you have just been fitted with new dentures, you’re likely to have some questions. Although your dentist will have offered tips during the denture fitting to help you use them comfortably and look after them properly, we recommend you spend a little time gathering reliable information so you can get the best wear out…

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Tackling single use plastics in dental care

22nd April 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Action for Earth Day 2023 During the long months of the coronavirus pandemic, we all learned a lot more about PPE than we ever knew before. One of those facts is that PPE has a use by date. Earlier this week the receptionist at SpaDental Glastonbury, found a wonderful use for the plastic gowns we…

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Your family dentist in Herefordshire

29th March 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

SpaDental Ledbury and Ross-on-Wye provide family dental care you can trust. A special offer for new patients Adults! Book a New Patient Appointment and your child under 12 is included too! That’s a saving of £29.70! This introductory family-friendly offer is because we believe preventive dental care for children is so important. For adults, a…

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NHS dental charges 2023-2024 up by 8.5%

29th March 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

The government increases NHS fees increase by 8.5% on April 24th 2023 For five years, the 2015 Spending Review committed to an annual uplift to patient charges of 5%. For two years and three months, since the last increase and the end of the Spending Review, there has not been an increase in charges. But…

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Understanding NHS dental charges from April 2023

29th March 2023 | Christopher Hilling

Dentistry is one of the few NHS services where you have to pay a contribution towards the cost of your care. To help understanding NHS dental charges each year, the information on this page explains what you may have to pay for your NHS dental treatment. Emergency dental treatment – £25.80 This covers emergency care…

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Meet dentist Simona Nitulescu – SpaDental Southwest

7th March 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Dentist is a valuable member of the SpaDental Glastonbury and Saltash team. She joined the practice in 2022 and offers a range of dental and facial aesthetic treatments, in addition to general dentistry for preventive and restorative care. About Simona Nitulescu A qualified dentist with more than 20 years experience, Simona is accepting new patients….

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More tips for cutting down sugar

26th February 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

As we near the end of sugar-free February, how did you get on with swapping it out or leaving it out completely? Here are a few more tips for helping to cut down sugar-consumption for you and your family. Cancer Research is one of the organisations encouraging us to live a healthier life and use…

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Five core fitness tips for dental health – it’s worth it

22nd February 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Investing in our long-term health is definitely worthwhile. There are great personal gains from maintaining dental fitness. Fit teeth help us to look good and feel healthy, they save us money on treatment too. The good news is that it takes less time than honing our abs. Moreover,  joining an ‘essentials’ dental plan with your…

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Meet our Dental Therapist – Louis Sparling

15th February 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

What can Louis Sparling do for you? Essential oral hygiene care and advice Maintenance or restoration of gum health Fluoride application Fillings and children’s extractions Tooth whitening (after a dentist’s presciption)   Passionate about oral health,  prioritises the needs of his patients. He understands how important it is to build a trusting, friendly relationship with…

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Freshen up your breath!

14th February 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

For a kiss that’s memorable for the right reasons! Valentine’s Day date? It’s time to freshen up your kiss! No-one wants lion’s breath*! My breath smells bad. What can I do? Fresh breath clinches deals. What is tongue scraping all about? Very often more attention to our teeth can make breath smell better. It just…

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Plan to go smoke free for ‘No Smoking Day’ – Wednesday 8th March

10th February 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Do you still smoke? Or do you know someone who still smokes? Wednesday 8th March, 2023, is a national day to encourage smokers and other users of nicotine to quite the habit and live smoke free, at least for a day. So much to gain from living smoke free The British Heart Foundation is here…

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What’s the best drink for teeth?

4th February 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

There are a lot of reasons why we need to avoid fruit drinks, cola, and sports drinks. Even when the weather’s not so hot, we consume surprising quantities of beverages that contain a lot of sugar and destructive acid. So what is the best drink for our teeth? What’s Fizz Free? #gofizzfree points out that…

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Understanding how a vegan diet affects oral health.

9th January 2023 | Vanessa Giraud

Since January 2014, “Veganuary” encourages people to learn more about embracing a vegan life-style. Advantages are that it reduces animal suffering, promotes a conscious appreciation of our planet and can have considerable health benefits. As dentists can tell a lot about what we eat from just looking at our teeth, we’re interested in how a…

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Testimonials

SpaDental Glastonbury patient appreciation

A Pleasant Experience @ Spa Dental Glastonbury "Friendly staff. This was my first visit to this dental practice and found the staff very friendly and reassuring. I had an initial assessment by the therapist who did an assessment prior to my next appointment. He was very good and explained carefully the treatment I needed in a professional manner! Overall I was impressed by the whole experience." "I went in today for a tooth extraction, my…

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Top Class Dentistry at SpaDental Whitchurch

"Better than you could ever imagine - As always everyone involved with Spadental treats you with respect and dignity. Happy to have a friendly chat and always seem genuinely interested. I always leave the practice feeling happy- which might seem strange after just having dental treatment but that's the affect all the team always seem to have on me. Arranged a follow up appointment the very next day, as a cancellation had just come in.…

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SpaDental Chard - patients' compliments

"Lovely staff - I have been with you for 17 years and I am still coming to you. Every one is so helpful and always talks to you." LE Thank you for your reviews The staff at SpaDental Chard feel proud to read your reviews. Your lovely comments, and  your good opinion mean a lot to us. We appreciate the time and thought you put into writing about how your visit to the dentist went.…

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SpaDental Chard - thank you for your kind support

It hasn't been an easy year, but our patients have been so understanding. Thank you all so very much for your kind support and the lovely feedback we've received. Your kind support is very motivating It means a lot to the SpaDental Chard team to read your feedback. Your feedback is important to us as it helps us work on continual improvement of our services. Our sincere thanks to all of you have taken the…

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SpaDental Whitchurch - your understanding is appreciated!

We've been catching up with our patients to find out how their treatment has been over the last months. This has been such a hard year for many of us, personally and professionally, and access to dental care has been affected in many ways by the pandemic. We'd really like to take this opportunity, therefore, to thank you for your understanding. We know that you have had to cope with cancellations and changes to our…

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SpaDental Tewkesbury reviews - thank you!

With the ups and downs of the last year, we'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of our patients for your support and understanding. Your thoughtfulness is reflected in the considerate comments we've received in response to our request for feedback. We truly appreciate your kind thoughts. Thank you from all of us for your lovely reviews of SpaDental Tewkesbury. A selection of your reviews: "The service during the last few months has…

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SpaDental Whitchurch dentist "kind and gentle"

SpaDental Whitchurch dentist is accepting new private patients. A new patient testimonial After the closure of my local dentist in Whitchurch I telephoned Spa Dental who made me an appointment. Unfortunately I had an abscess on my tooth before my appointment date, for which I was given an emergency appointment.   I am a very nervous patient and it took a long time to build confidence with my old dentist , therefore my nerves were bad and I…

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Plymouth dentists "excellent care" and "professional service"

Kind words from our patients mean a lot to us. Thank you! We're very happy to read reviews that commend the  Plymouth team and the dentists "excellent care" and "professional service". Recent patient reviews commend our excellent care: "In safe and caring hands - Without exception the treatment I have received has been outstanding. From the reception staff through each of the individuals involved, their focus is on you and you're fully involved in any…

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Fantastic Saltash patient reviews - thank you!

We very much enjoyed reading the lovely Saltash patient reviews we've received in response to our recent request for feedback. On behalf of all the staff, thank you so much for your lovely comments. We sincerely appreciate your kind words, and will also use your recommendations in our planning. SpaDental considers your review comments carefully. We read them all, and use the information we gather to guide our practice so we can keep on improving…

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Thank you for SpaDental Chard patient reviews

A very appreciative thank you to our patients from the clinicians and staff at SpaDental Chard. It has been a pleasure reading your comments because if our patients are happy, then we're happy. Feedback about the team and treatment from SpaDental Chard reviews "Everyone in the practice is efficient, professional and knowledgeable." - HCG  "5 Star Dental Care - Being in the centre of Chard, [the SpaDental] surgery is easily accessible for most patients. The…

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