Mr John Thompson

“I enjoy many aspects of dentisty especially the technical challlenges and embracing new techniques as they emerge. I take pride in not just treating teeth but also getting to know my patients, which I hope is reflected in their experience”

Born

Dromore, County Down, Northern Ireland

Training

John Thompson graduated from Queens University Belfast in 2005 before moving over to Scotland. He completed his vocational training at Duns Dental Practice in the Scottish Borders. After 5 years in the Borders, John took the opportunity to move to Australia where he lived and worked in private practice in Melbourne as well as furthering his travels.

John has completed his MJDF from the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and the Advanced Restorative Course Scotland. He has also undertaken numerous further courses in endodontic and restorative dentistry. John’s focus has been on minimally invasive aesthetic dentistry.

Career

After returning from Australia, John moved to Edinburgh and now splits his clinical time between Edinburgh and the Gentle Touch. John has been with the Gentle Touch since 2012 and thoroughly enjoys working here.

Special interests

John’s aim is to provide the highest standard of care to his patients in the most relaxed, friendly environment possible. To do this, he aims to achieve an aesthetic and long-lasting result with the least intervention possible. John involves his patients fully in all aspects of their treatment.

• Minimally invasive restorative dentistry, for example, Onlays (conserving/ protecting tooth structure which minimizes the need for treatment in the future). improving old and failing existing fillings & crowns
• Root Canal Treatment
• Smile Design – restoring smiles
• Restoring implants
• Treating worn dentitions

After hours

John lives in Edinburgh with his wife and young family. He is a keen tennis player, cricketer, and golfer – all with varying degrees of success!