After suffering for many years with my teeth because of my fear of dentists in my early years and subsequent deterioration in later years the dental practice, which I was using was taken over by Mr Ian Buckle a young man who then transformed the practice in to a modern surgery, they have now moved to a second practice not only equipped with state of the art equipment but also allowing a friendly relaxed atmosphere.

 After initial examination by Mr Buckle I was advised to continue with treatment with the Hygienist in an effort to try to save my teeth, which was achieved for the following few years but eventually became apparent that the treatment was not going to work on a permanent basis apart from toothache they were deteriorating in appearance.

 Mr Buckle discussed with me the alternative options and introduced me to his partner Dr Liam Mcgrath an expert in aesthetic and restorative dentistry who finally advised me as to the best way to proceed, Dr McGrath is the sort of man who will fill you with confidence, even as frightened as I have always been of the dentist he took away any fears which I had and made me feel confident and at ease.

 From that moment began a series of meetings between Dr McGrath and myself to fully determine what would be possible in my situation, which depended on the condition of my gums and bone structure.  Once these investigations ie impressions, in depth xrays and scans had been completed the alternatives available to me were presented.

 It was decided that the only way to proceed other than a denture, which I really did not want to consider was t have permanent implants and that after all the tests, which I had had that this was a suitable option, I have to say that apart from being very nervous my primary concern was that after this treatment I may not look the same and that somehow the procedure would change my appearance in some way, once again Dr McGrath assured me that this would not happen and that all would be well.

 I was given a course of antibiotics a week prior to my treatment starting and it was with great trepidation that I walked into the surgery early one Friday morning and after six hours of treatment with no pain simply slight sensations and an extraordinary dedication to detail to my comfort and well being by Dr McGrath and his Dental nurse the treatment was complete.

 I was immediately amazed with the result and appearance of my treatment and although I was given pain killing tablets, they were not required and apart from eating soft foods for two weeks there was no need to return to see Dr McGrath until the agreed appointment although I could have, if necessary gone back at any time had there been a problem.

 At my next appointment I was examined to ensure everything was healing and that any adjustments required were to make cleaning and caring easier which I now do as I would my own teeth.

 My treatment is now complete and I cannot praise the care and dedication of all the staff at Buckle & McGrath, I never thought I would be able to eat and drink anything I wish, naturally without a thought for the pain and discomfort, which I endured in the past in fact I no longer give my teeth a thought except now and then to think how much better they look and I can smile with confidence. 

I will always be grateful to Buckle & McGrath and in particular to Dr Liam McGrath for his kindness and would recommend anyone with any doubts should contact this practice in the knowledge they will be treated with the same care and attention I received.

Your wish is our command! There are people like yourself who are quite happy with how their dentures have been but feel they are just getting a little old and worn. In this situation we can complete what we call a “copy-tech”. This means taking some impressions of the dentures themselves so as the dental lab can make new ones based on the same features as the old. The teeth can be new, but the same size, shape and colour. It can be our secret and the grandchildren will never know!

Yes! With implants, bridges and even dentures there’s always something we can do. Replacing missing teeth is something we do everyday for many patients. We need to have a thorough consultation with you so we can determine exactly what the right solution is for you personally. One size doesn’t fit all! But all our solutions combine making things look good with functionally getting things right.

“I am writing this letter to state my appreciation of the implant dental surgery you carried out between July and December 2005.

Four months have elapsed since my final appointment, enough time for me to say the result has been excellent in every way.  Visually, functionally (eating has been a revelation) and comfort wise (I forget the dentures are in).

I feel this result was due to your determination and skill to achieve the best possible result.”