Ms Michelle Paxton

“I enjoy helping patients improve and maintain their oral health through prevention, education and personalised treatment to feel confident with their smiles.  My goal is for patients to leave feeling fully informed, valued and happy. Working at The Gentle Touch allows me to achieve this through our state-of-the-art technology, modern facilities, and forward-thinking approach to dentistry.“

Born

Edinburgh, Scotland

Training

Michelle spent the first 8 years of her career as a Dental Nurse and Oral Health Educator. She then studied at the University of the Highlands and Islands for a degree in Oral Health Sciences. Michelle graduated in 2013 with distinction as a dual qualified Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist.

Michelle enjoys carrying out further training regularly, recent courses include:

• EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy Masterclass – theoretical and hands-on training for airflow treatment
• Biomimetic Restorations – replicating natural tooth structure in restorations
• Anterior and Posterior Composite Masterclass – tooth-coloured restorations that are both aesthetic and functional
• Periodontal Masterclass – effective management of periodontal (gum) disease in general dental practice

Career

Michelle has experience working within both NHS and private practices in the Borders and Edinburgh and in 2018 she travelled to Cambodia in 2018 with the charity Dentaid to provide emergency and preventative dental care to children. She joined The Gentle Touch in 2020 and feels very lucky to be part of such an amazing team!

In 2025 the practice won two national titles at the Private Dentistry Awards: Practice of the Year and Best Patient Care for Scotland and Northern Ireland, and the team were awarded Highly Commended.

Special interests

• Biomimetic restorations
• Examinations and treatment planning
• Periodontal treatment – hygiene and airflow treatments
• Composite restorations
• Caring for children

After hours

Away from work, Michelle enjoys spending time with her two young daughters and catching up with friends and family.