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Your Trusted Dentists in Newcastle upon Tyne
Whickham Dental Practice has been serving the Whickham community for over five decades, combining tradition with modern dental care. Our team of six dentists and three hygienists, supported by 14 staff members, brings extensive collective experience to every patient interaction. We prioritise patient-centred care, focusing on both dental health and overall well-being through personalised treatment plans. Specialising in family dentistry, implants, cosmetic bonding, and Invisalign treatments, we maintain a calm and gentle approach to alleviate patient anxiety. Recognised for our award-winning service, we have cultivated a reputation as the 'Home of Calm and Gentle Dentistry' through consistent patient feedback. Our commitment extends beyond clinical care to community involvement, supporting local charities and causes. With state-of-the-art facilities and a focus on preventive care, we ensure both nervous and routine patients receive comfortable, high-quality dental experiences.
Services
General Dentistry
Children's Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
Invisalign Braces
Teeth Whitening
Dental Hygienists
Facial Rejuvenation
Emergency Care
Preventive Care
Served areas
- Gateshead, Newcasle, Whickham
Highlights and features
- We specialise in family dentistry for all generations
- Our patient-centred approach prioritises individual care needs
- Award-winning team with over 120 years combined experience
- Proven success in treating nervous patients with gentleness
- Active community involvement through local charity support
Associations and certifications
- British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy
- The British Association of Dental Nurses
- BDA
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly staff
Gentle approach
Professional expertise
Calm environment
Services
General Dentistry
Our comprehensive general dentistry covers preventive examinations, diagnostic x-rays, and restorative treatments. With over 120 years combined experience, our dentists provide check-ups, fillings, and oral cancer screenings. This foundational care ensures early detection of dental issues while maintaining optimal oral health through regular maintenance plans.
Children's Dentistry
Specialised dental care for young patients focuses on creating positive experiences through fun, educational approaches. Our team employs child-friendly techniques to address preventive care, early orthodontic assessments, and dental trauma management. This service helps establish lifelong oral hygiene habits in a welcoming environment.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Transformative cosmetic treatments include teeth whitening, bonding, and Invisalign invisible braces. Our dentists create customised smile makeovers using advanced techniques to address discolouration, misalignment, and dental imperfections. These procedures combine aesthetic improvements with functional dental health benefits.
Dental Implants
Permanent tooth replacement solutions using titanium implants that integrate with jawbone structure. Our specialists provide single or multiple tooth replacements, offering improved functionality over traditional dentures. This service includes comprehensive planning and placement procedures for long-term oral health.
Dental Hygienists
Professional cleaning services focus on plaque removal, gum disease prevention, and oral hygiene education. Our hygienists provide tailored advice on brushing techniques and interdental cleaning while performing deep cleanings and stain removal. Regular visits help maintain periodontal health and prevent dental complications.
People
Andrew Dixon
Principal Dentist
Principal Dentist with 22 years experience since graduating from Newcastle University in 2000. Holds MFGDP qualification and maintains GDC registration 77852. Specialises in complex restorative treatments and patient anxiety management.
Paul McGuirk
Dentist
Experienced dentist since graduating from Newcastle University in 2002 with particular expertise in emergency dental care. Known for gentle approach and thorough patient consultations, maintaining GDC registration 81506.
Caroline Campbell
Hygienist
Dental hygienist with 30 years experience since qualifying in 1993. Specialises in periodontal care and patient education, holding GDC registration 4582. Focuses on making hygiene treatments comfortable for nervous patients.
Kerry Wilson
Dentist
General dentist qualified from Manchester University in 2015 with GDC registration 270918. Recognised for approachable manner and expertise in treating anxious patients through clear communication and gentle techniques.
Claire Knight
Hygienist
Dental hygienist and therapist qualified since 2013 with GDC registration 204549. Specialises in preventive care and periodontal treatments, known for thorough yet gentle approach to patient hygiene appointments.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for nervous patients?
We specialise in calm, gentle dentistry with experienced staff trained in anxiety management. Our approach includes thorough explanations, patient-paced treatments, and a welcoming environment to ensure comfortable experiences.
Do you provide emergency dental care?
Yes, we offer emergency appointments with on-call dentists outside regular hours. Patients can contact us via our main number to access urgent care for dental trauma, severe pain, or infections.
What payment options are available?
We offer monthly care plans starting at £14.10 covering routine treatments, with discounts on additional procedures. Individual treatments are charged separately with transparent pricing provided before commencement.
Are cosmetic treatments available for adults?
Yes, we provide Invisalign invisible braces, teeth whitening, and bonding treatments for adults seeking smile improvements. Our specialists create tailored cosmetic plans to address various aesthetic concerns.
How accessible is your practice?
Our facility includes wheelchair-accessible entrances, surgeries, and toilet facilities. We ensure all patients can comfortably access our dental services with appropriate physical accommodations.
What community involvement does the practice have?
We actively support local charities including Gibside School and Grace House Children's Hospice through fundraising initiatives, demonstrating our commitment to community health and welfare beyond dental care.
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Reviews (20)
Rory B.
May 16, 2022
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Margaret the receptionist was excellent - friendly and explained where I had to go I was dealt with professionally and courteously at all times by Rob who always explained in advance what he was going to do so that I understood what has happening. Potential solutions/future courses of treatment explained if needed. X-rays were taken and he came to tell me within minutes that all was ok. I have seen Caroline the hygienist for many years.
She is excellent and also explains what she is doing. She has a great manner and as a result of her guidance I feel that my regular daily cleaning actions have improved over the years which in turn means that my teeth are maintained correctly I have been a patient at this practice now for over 35 years and wouldn't consider going anywhere else.
She is excellent and also explains what she is doing. She has a great manner and as a result of her guidance I feel that my regular daily cleaning actions have improved over the years which in turn means that my teeth are maintained correctly I have been a patient at this practice now for over 35 years and wouldn't consider going anywhere else.
K. All
Mar 03, 2022
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So lovely really nice practice. Rob is always friendly and explains things well. Custom bite guard is great really reccommend this practice.
Gill Stephenson
Feb 09, 2022
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Calm and lovely dentistry. Paul was great with me (lifelong fear of dentistry) and my 2 year old boy.
Tala C.
Jan 31, 2022
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Incompetent. Was seen by 25 yr old dentist who seemed fresh out of training, she made mistakes 4 times [ whilst dictating to her assistants what tooth needed to be treated] and didn't even treat me for what I needed in the first place which is an emergency for tooth pain that has given me headaches and sore throats on top of palpitations for many weeks now, she didn't follow the proper procedures. Every time my daughter gets treated here she only gets more problems and refuses to go anymore. I will just go the dental hospital from now on.
Trish Whittaker
Jan 23, 2022
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Met my new dentist Kerry today following the retirement of Mr Davidson. She introduced herself, explained everything she was doing and put me completely at ease. Made a point of asking if I had any problems or questions and supplied information and advice accordingly. Very happy with my new dentist.
RuthG F.
Jan 11, 2022
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Can't rate highly enough. Saw me as an emergency patient with a tooth abscess. Sorted me out in no time and with no pain from a tooth extraction. Thank you! Excellent service.
Andy Cuthbert
Dec 01, 2021
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Thanks Rob and the team-just been in-I'm a bit of a nervous patient but you put me totally at ease and the care was excellent!
Caroline Lee
Nov 23, 2021
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Been with this practice for many years now and can't recommend them highly enough. They discuss all aspects of your oral health and provide a plan and costing of any treatment. The practice is spotlessly clean and very comfortable. All the staff are very friendly and welcoming and put you at ease. Calm and gentle dentistry at it's finest.
Biker Tate
Oct 18, 2021
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Staff across the board are friendly, helpful and professional. Appointments are always on time. Advice is always sound.
Rachelle Watson
Sep 07, 2021
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Professional, warm and caring staff, from Margaret on Reception through to Louise (who has the most welcoming smile) and Paul who is so very good at his job and makes each visit a positive experience! Cannot recommend highly enough.
James Heneghan
Jul 24, 2021
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From someone who had a "dread" of going to the dentist, (something going back to schooldays when the put their foot on your shoulder to get a good purchase of the teeth they were extracting!) Andrew Dixon at the Whickham Practice has certainly helped me, Andrew is someone I have complete faith and trust in, and to someone who has a dread - don't worry if you elect to come to this practice - you are in good and safe hands. PROMISE.
Catherine Armstrong
Jul 23, 2021
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Everyone gave me a warm friendly greeting on arrival. I am confident that I will always receive excellent treatment.
Tracy Harrison
Jul 07, 2021
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Made to feel very welcome by all members of staff. Very professional but also friendly. I don't have to wait long for an appointment. It's exceptionally clean too.
Ben Evans
Jun 15, 2021
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Whickham dental is a lovely practice. Dr Gair is considerate and understanding. He has a lovely patient manner. Thoroughly recommended A++
Peter Holmes
May 26, 2021
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Practice was closed for the weekend, and I called the emergency out of hours number at 8:06 on a Saturday morning and left a message alluding to my problem asking for help. I had a call back by 8:45 and was in the dentist's chair at 10:15. Absolutely fantastic - how can you beat that?
Diane Doidge
Nov 25, 2020
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What can I say amazing treatment received .
Made to feel very at ease and a warm and friendly welcome
Thank you so much
Made to feel very at ease and a warm and friendly welcome
Thank you so much
Carol Ann Armstrong
Jun 01, 0201
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Ross and Andrew and all their staff were absolutely brilliant and very friendly and professional. I now have my confidence back and love to smile again. I love my new teeth. Thank you so much again.
Alex Appleby
I have to say that I find the service given by Mr Dixon and his staff to be first class, my treatment was prompt and friendly. I needed a filling and it was done quickly and painlessly that same morning, an excellent service, by a real professional. Thank You
Michael Campbell
I would like to describe how the process of having an implant fitted took place and more importantly the quality and care which was taken during the process. I needed an extraction of a broken tooth and this was done without any pain or discomfort and felt quite effortless. The process of screwing the implant into position required surgical work which again was carried out with the upmost care and attention and absolutely painlessly.
The fitting of the new implant was done to a fine precision and every care was taken to ensure the fit was perfect. At all times during this process Andrew Dixon took time to explain what and how things were to be done and was reassuring that things were progressing well. His care and attention together with his skill and professionalism have resulted in what I can only describe as a perfect finish.
The fitting of the new implant was done to a fine precision and every care was taken to ensure the fit was perfect. At all times during this process Andrew Dixon took time to explain what and how things were to be done and was reassuring that things were progressing well. His care and attention together with his skill and professionalism have resulted in what I can only describe as a perfect finish.
Sarah Dent
Everyone Makes You Feel So Comfortable And At Ease" The customer service here is second to non everyone makes you feel so comfortable and at ease they go out of their way for you. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my treatment, I'm very grateful to all here, thanks.