Union Street

read moreThe practice is now open and fully operational. We are operating with limited staff to adhere to social distancing and limit the amount of staff present in the practice at one time. Our routine appointments are longer than usual as for the time being our hygienists will not be returning to work. Therefore any hygiene work will be carried out by the dentist. We hope to return our hygienists as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we do not have any Saturday availability at present however if you contact the practice we may be able to offer you late evening appointments through the week to accommodate your needs.

read moreYou will find our private dental practice light, bright and informal. Every dental practice want to do the best for its patients, for this reason Union Street Dental Care, continually strives to provide the following.

read moreWe believe that our patients deserve the benefits of the full spectrum of dental services that can assist in the protection of their overall medical and dental health. Please remember, good oral hygiene is a great habit to get into! Tooth loss, oral infections and severe gum disease can occur as a result of poor oral hygiene. There is usually one main cause, a build up of plaque around the gums and teeth. If left untreated, dental plaque can accumulate and may harden in to tartar or calculus. If the build-up of plaque is left untreated it may cause damage to the structure of your teeth and bones and a wide variety of other dental health problems.

read moreYou can expect your first visit to the practice to take approximately 30 - 40 minutes. The initial consultation will comprise of a full oral health examination. This involves taking of a medical, dental and social history. Dental charting along with a detailed gum examination and oral cancer screening are carried out. This appointment is designed to gain as much information as possible and to establish what the patient would like to achieve. We are aware that for some a visit to the dentist can cause dread and anxiety, yet good dental and oral hygiene advice can help you reduce these anxious visits.

read moreThis straightforward treatment can save your natural teeth from extraction. Long term the treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal if the gap needs to be filled with an artificial bridge, denture or dental implant. Once root canal therapy is completed, to prevent further decay, reduced bone and gum problems it is advisable to visit your dental hygienist on a regular basis. Inside teeth there is a fine space that contains nerves and blood vessels known as the dental pulp. If the pulp becomes diseased or dies, a toothache or abscess may occur.

read moreIf you're not happy with the colour of your teeth, why not have them lightened? Whether it's coffee, red wine, smoking or just the effect of time you can instantly reverse the signs of ageing with a whiter younger smile. You will notice the difference immediately and so will everyone else! A custom made tray similar to a sports guard only thinner is moulded to fit the shape of your mouth. When worn for a few hours a day with the whitening gel, noticeable results are seen generally within a few days to a couple weeks.

read moreYou will find the dental team enthusiastic and committed to promoting good dental health care and quality treatments for the whole family. Private & Cosmetic dentistry consists of a range of elective dental procedures that can enhance a person's confidence & smile. Nowadays the dental profession is not only accessed by patients to maintain oral health, we are also commonly asked to enhance appearance by creating a healthier, more youthful & attractive smile. At the end of the Initial consultation appointment you will know what treatment is required to achieve optimum dental health and what cosmetic procedures, if any, are recommended.

read moreAt Union Street Dental Care we are committed to providing our patients with the latest technologies integral to modern cosmetic dentistry. Dental Implants can improve your quality of life. Whether youare missing a single tooth or all your teeth, dental implants can provide a functional and aesthetically pleasing solution. At Union Street dental Care we can place dental implants to help restore your smile and function. Periodontal disease is one of the most common causes of tooth loss. Once your smile diminishes your confidence and self-esteem are affected.