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We like to keep our dental patients up-to-date with our latest treatment options, oral health information as well as practice news. We will also share any updates on policy, for example, our roadmap to full dentistry services following the 2020 COVID-19 closure. You can also sign up for our newsletter to get these updates, and more, direct to your inbox.

 
Latest News Post

Join us: Dental Hygienist role available

Thu, 31st Aug 2023

We are growing our practice at the Gentle Touch, and we also have some maternity leave to cover. We are looking for a dental hygienist 2-3 days a week maternity…

 
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Receptionist making an appointment with a dental patient

Join us: Dental Receptionist role, full-time or part-time

Thu, 3rd Aug 2023

UPDATE: THIS ROLE HAS NOW BEEN FILLED. We are excited to be hiring an additional receptionist to join our friendly team in Kelso. Full-time and part-time hours will be considered…

 
Man with implant-fixed teeth also known as dental implants. An alternative to dentures

An alternative to dentures: implant-fixed teeth

Wed, 31st May 2023

Losing most or all of your teeth can be an overwhelming and difficult experience. Many denture patients tell us they find it hard to eat, they can’t taste food, their…

 
Festive opening hours 2022

Festive Opening Dates

Wed, 21st Dec 2022

  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…

 
New patient list open to friends & family

Member newsletter: new patients open for friends & family

Mon, 28th Nov 2022

Dear members of the Gentle Touch. Do you know that we send out email newsletters to our patients? The most recent newsletter provides an update, especially for members, that our…

 
Gentle Aesthetics open evening

Gentle Aesthetics Open Evening: Wed 16th & Thu 17th November

Tue, 1st Nov 2022

Join us for an evening of anti-wrinkle & lip enhancing treatments carried by our medically trained providers, Ciara Sutherland & Abbie Frankland. Due to demand, we have just released a…

 

Join us: Dentist and Dental Therapist or Hygienist roles

Tue, 28th Jun 2022

As we grow our practice at the Gentle Touch, we are excited to be hiring two brand new roles. We are looking for one dentist and one dental therapist or…

 
Invisalign open day 2nd April 2022

Our Invisalign Open Day – 2nd April 2022

Thu, 10th Mar 2022

We are holding an Invisalign Open Day on 2nd April 2022. If you've ever considered teeth straightening treatment, this is the ideal way to find out if Invisalign might be the right treatment for you. We'll give you an instant preview of the smile you could have, using an innovative 3D scanner and clever tech. Special offers available if you go ahead!

 
Amber Aplin decides to get Invisalign treatment

Deciding to Get Invisalign – Amber Aplin’s Patient Journey

Tue, 8th Mar 2022

Our Principal Dentist, Amber Aplin, has decided to share her her patient journey as she starts Invisalign teeth straightening treatment, here at the Gentle Touch. She will cover the whole process from deciding to get Invisalign (today!) to the finished results. Even dentists, like Amber, can find they have issues with their teeth which they feel need to be addressed. Amber's aim with Invisalign is to get a more confident smile as well as more comfortable teeth!

 
deep clean & polish Airflow GBT special offer

AIRFLOW special offer: brighten, freshen and protect your smile for less

Thu, 3rd Feb 2022

we're excited to launch a special offer in February for our innovative Airflow deep clean and polish treatment. The offer is available to non-members of the practice. Members of the Gentle Touch can also book in now for additional AIRFLOW ® treatments if suitable. Appointments available every day - no need to wait!

 
 
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

I recently had two excellent sessions at The Gentle Touch, one of which being an emergency appointment after experiencing horrendous toothache. The practice staff were exceptionally welcoming of me as a new patient and immediately helped me to alleviate my anxieties. The whole experience was superb, so much so I’m actually looking forward to future appointments.

NA

“For the past five or six years, since our move to Kelso, we’ve been delighted with the quality of all the work done at The Gentle Touch practice.  Appointments scheduled are very much kept to time, and yet the practice is only too helpful if there’s a sudden emergency; a loose crown, a lost filling or whatever. The system of six-monthly check-ups works well, and appointments can generally be scheduled for the hygienist on the same day.

In the past year, I’ve had a couple of implants, and the whole process, from early consultation through to completion, was handled very efficiently; with carefulness and practical explanations.  My dentist, Amber Aplin, has a welcoming manner and the necessary artistic skill to make the final result seem both comfortable and convincing.

I’m delighted to recommend the practice to anyone who wishes the most professional of service allied to the aim to get things absolutely right for each patient.” 

JSR

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

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

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

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

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
 
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