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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. You can also sign up for our newsletter to get these updates, and more, direct to your inbox.

 
Latest News Post

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!

 
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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!

 
Invisalign case study Amy Beech Kelso Gentle Touch

Invisalign Case Study: Amy Beech

Thu, 20th Jan 2022

An Invisalign case study which is well worth a read. We hope that Amy's story can help other patients to see how their smiles can change with this innovative treatment.

 
Christmas 2021 opening hours

Festive opening dates

Mon, 20th Dec 2021

The Gentle Touch dental practice is open during the Christmas 2021 holiday period with the exception of bank holiday dates. If you need assistance during any of our closed periods, please call the practice. Information on how to access emergency care will be available on the Practice answer machine. Our opening days are as follows:

 

Invisalign patient describes her “incredible gift”

Tue, 7th Dec 2021

One of our Invisalign patients recently sent us this heart warming testimonial of her treatment. Seriously life-changing stuff! We are delighted that Richard Lindsay was able to help.

 

New team members at the Gentle Touch in Kelso

Mon, 16th Aug 2021

We have two new team members joining us in September, as well as one returning! Welcome to new dentist Ciara, dental hygienist Abbie and welcome back to dental nurse Paula.…

 
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Amber Aplin: our latest news & plan updates

Tue, 15th Jun 2021

Read Amber Aplin’s latest newsletter for the Gentle Touch. If you are not already receiving these updates by email, you can subscribe at any time here. Dear Patient Since I…

 
how often do you need a check-up at the dentist?

How often should you visit the dentist for a check-up?

Mon, 5th Apr 2021

Amber Aplin, Principal Dentist shares her latest thinking on how often you need to get a check-up at the Gentle Touch. Amber’s approach, and that of the entire team, is…

 
AIRFLOW

GBT with Airflow: a complete mouth detox

Sun, 7th Feb 2021

Dental Therapist, Michelle Paxton, explains how to get the best dental detox possible. Members and non-members of the Gentle Touch can try our new Guided Biofilm Therapy hygiene treatment (using…

 
New patient list open to friends & family

Dentistry continues in Lockdown in Scotland

Tue, 5th Jan 2021

As Scotland enters a new Lockdown on 5th January, please be assured that we remain open. Dentistry is an essential health service and that’s why we will continue to look…

 
 
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

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

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

Hi Folks. Just home from a visit to The Gentle Touch. What a wonderful team.I am always a bit nervous about getting teeth descaling. But I should say no worries at all - the service I received was great . I can truly say this was the Gentle Touch's team at its very best. Well done Amber and colleagues on providing a first-class service.

TB

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

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

Made an appointment at The Gentle Touch to have an airflow treatment to clean my teeth before my wedding. I was nervous beforehand but the staff were very welcoming, friendly and professional and talked me through each step. Not only that, the hygienist even picked up on a possible small hole in one of my teeth that my regular NHS dentist has not noticed during my check ups. Highly recommended, the level of care is brilliant.

C
 
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