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Festive opening hours

Thu, 18th Dec 2025

To all of our members, The Gentle Touch dental practice remains open between Christmas and New Year, with the exception of bank holidays. Our full festive opening hours are as…

 
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Private Dentistry Awards 2025 winners dinner

Double win at the Private Dentistry Awards 2025

Mon, 24th Nov 2025

We are absolutely thrilled to share some wonderful news with you. Earlier this month, we announced that Gentle Touch had been named a regional finalist in four categories at the…

 
Private Dentistry Awards finalist 2025

Celebrating excellence: Gentle Touch shortlisted for four Private Dentistry Awards

Tue, 4th Nov 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Gentle Touch has been named a regional finalist in four categories at the prestigious Private Dentistry Awards 2025. We are extremely excited to be shortlisted…

 
High magnification equipment in use for biomimetic dentistry

A gentle revolution in dental care – the first fully biomimetic practice in the UK

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

We’re proud to share something very special about The Gentle Touch – we are the first fully biomimetic practice in the UK. We are currently the only dental practice in…

 
Rubber dam in place with biomimetic dentistry treatment underway

Gentle Touch Dental launches groundbreaking training in biomimetic dentistry

Tue, 27th May 2025

UK’s first fully biomimetic practice now offering in-person CPD-certified training course for Dentists, Dental Therapists & Practice Owners We are proud to announce the launch of the Gentle Touch Dental…

 
dentist saving badly damaged tooth at the gentle touch

Saving your badly damaged tooth – the options

Tue, 17th Sep 2024

Patients often come to us looking for a second opinion on a badly damaged tooth. Another dentist might have advised them that it’s impossible to save their tooth, or perhaps…

 
Magnifying lenses used by a dentist for detailed biomimetic restoration work

Biomimetics: advanced techniques to mimic your natural tooth structure

Sun, 12th May 2024

Did you know that a filling at the Gentle Touch is designed to last longer than a traditional filling? That’s because our approach to the repair and restoration of teeth…

 
Dentist Amber Aplin points to details on a 3D digital scan of the mouth and teeth

Launch of our Dental MOT – the ultimate check-up

Thu, 21st Dec 2023

“We’re delighted to launch our new Dental MOT. It’s ideal if you have concerns about your teeth and mouth, or you haven’t been able to visit a dentist recently. It’s…

 
Handmade butterfly ornaments adorn a Christmas Tree, Gentle Touch dental practice

Festive Opening Dates

Mon, 18th Dec 2023

  To all of our members, As another year draws to a close, I wanted to remind you that our dental practice remains open between Christmas and New Year, with…

 
Private associate dentist role available starting early March 2024

Join Us: Private Associate (3 or 4 days)

Tue, 12th Dec 2023

We are currently looking for a Private Associate to join our team of excellent dentists. This position is for 3 or 4 days a week with a start date of…

 
 
What our patients have to say about us...

I had a procedure with Ciara and she was absolutely fantastic. I wasn’t sure what to expect but she talked me through everything in great detail and I was given the opportunity to ask any questions. I felt completely at ease and would recommend her to anyone.

VF

Called up yesterday with an emergency and was seen the same day. I wasn’t sure they’d be able to help as my own dentist I use is a 2-hour drive. But they were most accommodating, I was very anxious about having to see a different dentist but there was certainly no need to be anxious! Alan Purves was fantastic and I felt at ease straight away. Everything was explained well and he even emailed me afterwards with my X-rays. Outstanding service thanks again for seeing me

DS

This was my first visit to The Gentle Touch. I was made to feel so at ease and safe that I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending the Practice. I never thought I’d actually look forward to going to the Dentist but the experience was so positive and unlike any surgery I’ve ever been to before. I’m more than happy to return.

SR

Wow what excellent service. I am used to an NHS dentist where getting an emergency appointment involves a wait of up to 8 weeks or requires daily calls in the hope of picking up on a cancellation. I called Gentle Touch at 8:30 am, I was the Dentist chair by 10:00 the same day and had finished my treatment by 10:30. What a contrast. Thank you so much Gentle touch.

JB

In the olden days it was a scale and polish, now it’s Airflow..... It’s just like power washing your teeth with warm water and air. It’s completely painless!!! I believe it has given me cleaner teeth without the little niggles the cold water can give during the scaling process.

AK

Another excellent patient experience at Gentle Touch. I look forward to my dental appointments and treatment now. The team is also understanding and intuitive in proposing treatment, and everything is always clearly explained. You feel valued and cared for from the moment you walk through the door.

TW

Initially, I was very nervous about the prospect of having implants to restore the gaps caused by previous extractions.  However, I felt better with the support received by Amber in tandem with the support from Vermilion. My mouth feels so much better now and all my teeth feel stronger with the support of the implants.

Being able to have follow-up appointments and treatment in Kelso will also save me the trips up to Edinburgh (see our news page for further information). I feel I have been very well supported throughout the process by Amber and her team at the Kelso dental practice.  They have a friendly and professional approach which put me at ease throughout my treatment.”

CD

Ciara Sutherland is, quite simply, a top-class dentist. She combines true expertise with a 'gentle touch' and a comforting, reassuring manner. I cannot commend her highly enough!!

TC
 
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