General Dentistry in Stamford

Most people benefit from checkups every 6 months at our Stamford practice, but Dr. Patel or Dr. Montgomery may recommend more or less frequent visits depending on your individual oral health needs. Those with gum disease or high cavity risk may need appointments every 3-4 months, while those with excellent oral health might stretch to 12 months.

Dental checkups shouldn't be painful at our Stamford practice. You may feel slight pressure during the examination and cleaning, but we use gentle techniques and can apply numbing gel if you have sensitive areas. Our team is known for their gentle approach, particularly with nervous patients.

We are a predominantly private practice and are not currently accepting new adult NHS patients. We hold a small NHS contract for children only — parents wishing to enquire about children's NHS availability should call us on 01780 755005. Dental emergencies are seen privately (from £75) so we can always provide same-day pain relief. Routine adult checkups start from £55.

Even with excellent home care, plaque can harden into tartar within 24-48 hours. Tartar can only be removed with professional dental instruments by our hygienist Tracy at our Stamford practice. Professional cleaning reaches areas you might miss and helps prevent gum disease, cavities, and bad breath.

Yes! At St Mary's Dental in Stamford, you can book directly with Tracy Nicholls, our experienced dental hygienist, without needing to see a dentist first. This convenient service makes it easy to maintain your oral health with regular hygiene appointments.

Our practice is located on St Mary's Street in central Stamford, close to several public car parks including St Mary's Hill car park and Bath Row car park. On-street parking is also available nearby, making it convenient for patients throughout Stamford and South Lincolnshire.

Professional teeth cleaning at St Mary's Dental in Stamford involves our hygienist Tracy using specialist ultrasonic and hand instruments to remove tartar (hardened plaque) from above and below the gum line. She'll then polish your teeth to remove surface stains and finish with a fluoride treatment if needed. The whole process takes about 30-40 minutes and leaves your teeth feeling wonderfully clean and smooth.

As a standalone hygienist appointment, it costs from £65 for a standard clean or £85 for an extended deep clean session. Regular cleaning every 6 months is the best way to maintain healthy teeth and gums and prevent costly treatments later.