Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Dental Care in Hastings
White Rock Dental Practice has been serving the Hastings community for over a century, offering comprehensive dental care tailored to individual patient needs. Our practice combines traditional expertise with modern technology, including digital x-ray equipment and automated patient systems, to ensure efficient and precise treatments. We specialise in general dentistry, cosmetic procedures, and implant care, with a focus on preventive advice and long-term oral health. Our experienced team, including principal dental surgeon Dr Amit Shah and implantologist Dr Philip Boamah, prioritises patient comfort and clear communication.We operate from a historic seaside location, providing flexible payment options through our Patient Plan Membership. Emergency dental services are available outside standard hours via partner clinics. Our commitment to safety includes strict hygiene protocols and a zero-tolerance policy for staff abuse, ensuring a respectful environment for all.
Services
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
General Dentistry
Hygiene Treatments
Emergency Care
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of combined dental expertise in a historic Hastings practice
- Digital x-ray technology for immediate diagnostic results
- Patient-centred approach with flexible payment plans
- Emergency dental services available outside standard hours
- Experienced team specialising in implants and cosmetic dentistry
Services
Teeth Whitening
Our professional teeth whitening treatments use Philips Zoom technology to safely lighten tooth shade under dental supervision. We provide customised home-care kits and in-practice sessions, ensuring results last up to three years with proper maintenance. The procedure avoids sensitivity through pH-balanced formulas, making it suitable for most adults seeking enhanced smiles.
Dental Implants
We offer full dental implant management from initial consultation to post-operative maintenance. Using 3D imaging for precise placement, our implantologists replace missing teeth with titanium fixtures supporting crowns or bridges. The process includes bone grafting where necessary, ensuring long-term stability and natural aesthetics for restored chewing function and confidence.
General Dentistry
Our preventive services include comprehensive examinations, digital x-rays, and hygiene treatments to maintain oral health. We perform fillings, root canal treatments, and gum disease management using minimally invasive techniques. Regular check-ups help detect issues early, reducing the need for complex interventions while preserving natural teeth structure.
Emergency Care
Dental emergencies receive priority scheduling during working hours, with out-of-hours access via partner clinics. We address severe toothaches, trauma, and infections through pain management and immediate interventions like temporary fillings or antibiotics. Rapid response ensures minimal tissue damage and faster recovery for acute oral conditions.
Hygiene Treatments
Professional cleaning sessions remove plaque and tartar buildup through scaling and polishing techniques. We educate patients on effective brushing methods and interdental cleaning tools to prevent gum disease. Regular periodontal assessments monitor tissue health, reducing risks of systemic conditions linked to oral bacteria accumulation.
People
Dr Amit Shah
Principal Dental Surgeon
Qualified from Cardiff University in 2003, Dr Shah brings extensive general practice experience to Hastings. He specialises in nervous patient care and orthodontic alignment, offering clear treatment explanations while prioritising long-term dental wellness through minimally invasive approaches.
Dr Philip Boamah
Implantologist
With postgraduate qualifications in implant dentistry and oral surgery, Dr Boamah provides advanced tooth replacement solutions. His expertise includes complex bone grafting procedures and surgical placement of dental implants for both functional and aesthetic restoration.
Liam Upjohn
Practice Manager
As Hastings-born practice manager, Liam ensures smooth patient journeys through empathetic coordination of appointments and treatment plans. He maintains the practice's welcoming atmosphere while implementing safety protocols for staff and visitor protection.
Questions
What dental emergencies do you handle?
We treat severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, broken fillings, and facial swelling during working hours. Out-of-hours emergencies use our partner clinic's emergency line.
Do you offer teeth whitening for sensitive teeth?
Yes, our Philips Zoom treatments include desensitising formulas to accommodate sensitive patients while achieving effective whitening results under professional supervision.
How do digital x-rays benefit patients?
Digital imaging provides instant, high-resolution scans with 80% less radiation than traditional x-rays, enabling immediate diagnosis without requiring intraoral film holders.
What payment options are available?
Our Patient Plan Membership offers monthly payments covering check-ups, hygiene visits, and discounted treatments. We accept major credit/debit cards and cash for individual services.
Are dental implants suitable for everyone?
Implant eligibility depends on bone density and general health. We conduct thorough assessments including 3D imaging to determine suitability and recommend bone grafting where necessary.
