Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Family Dentist in Plymouth
Since 1975, Mead Dental has been a family-run practice committed to helping patients achieve a lifetime of good dental health. Our preventative dentistry and expert dental advice have helped generations maintain healthy, happy smiles. Spanning generations, our practice continues to provide experienced care rooted in listening to patients' needs. We offer advanced cosmetic treatments, consultations, and emergency care within a supportive environment, prioritising personal attention.Our team's ongoing professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of dental technologies while maintaining ethical, patient-centred care. With over 40 years of local trust, we combine progressive treatments with a calm, welcoming atmosphere to deliver high-quality dental solutions tailored to individual requirements.
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
White Fillings
Crowns
Veneers
Dental Implants
Orthodontics
Root Canal Treatment
Emergency Appointments
Nervous Patients Support
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Family-run practice with over 40 years of local experience
- Personalised care for nervous patients and special needs
- State-of-the-art technology for preventative and cosmetic dentistry
- Emergency appointments available within 24 hours
- Team maintains General Dental Council standards through continuous education
What people say
Gentle and reassuring
Spotlessly clean environment
Professional team
Second to none service
Help overcome dental phobia
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive dentistry focuses on maintaining optimal oral health through regular examinations and early intervention. We provide comprehensive mouth cancer screenings, gum disease monitoring, and tailored hygiene advice. By prioritising preventative care, we help patients avoid complex treatments while ensuring long-term dental wellness through consistent professional support.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening uses custom-fitted trays and medical-grade gel for safe, effective results. This non-invasive treatment gradually improves tooth shade over two weeks, with top-up kits available for maintenance. Our approach ensures even coverage and minimal sensitivity while delivering noticeable smile enhancement through personalised home treatment plans.
Dental Implants
Dental implants offer permanent tooth replacement solutions through surgically placed titanium posts. Our visiting oral surgeon provides implant placement with restorative crowns or bridges, restoring both function and aesthetics. This treatment requires careful planning and integration with surrounding bone structure to create natural-looking, durable replacements for missing teeth.
Crowns
Dental crowns restore damaged teeth through custom-made ceramic caps bonded in place. We use all-ceramic materials for natural aesthetics and strength, addressing issues like fractures, large fillings, or severe discolouration. The process involves precise tooth preparation and digital impressions to create durable restorations that maintain bite function and enhance appearance.
Nervous Patients Support
Specialised support for anxious patients includes gentle communication and gradual treatment approaches. Our team employs empathetic techniques to create comfortable environments, with flexible appointment scheduling and thorough explanations. This service helps patients overcome dental fears through consistent, patient-centred care that prioritises emotional well-being alongside clinical needs.
People
Laura Rudge
Principal Dentist
Qualified in 1990 from the University of Wales, Laura has worked internationally and joined Mead Dental in 2001. She specialises in patient comfort, particularly for nervous individuals, and maintains active involvement in continuing professional development.
Raj Mohanty
Associate Dentist
Joining in 2015, Raj brings hospital oral surgery experience and specialises in periodontology. With five years local practice experience, she combines technical expertise with community engagement through charity running activities.
Suresh Somasundaran
Oral Surgeon
With over 20 years' experience, Suresh provides implantology and oral surgery services. Holding an MSc in implant dentistry from Bristol University, he works as an NHS associate specialist while delivering private surgical solutions with empathetic patient care.
Jacqueline Watson
Practice Manager
Managing since 2017, Jacqueline combines patient care expertise with operational leadership. Her background includes extensive patient services management, complemented by fundraising achievements for Alzheimer's Society through endurance challenges.
Michelle Pannell
Dental Receptionist
Working since 1998, Michelle provides continuity through her welcoming presence. She maintains patient records and coordinates appointments while balancing personal interests in fitness and animal welfare.
Questions
Do you accept emergency dental appointments?
Yes, we offer emergency appointments within 24 hours for urgent dental issues. Contact us directly on 01752 224880 for immediate assistance.
Are you equipped to handle nervous patients?
Our team specialises in treating anxious patients with empathetic communication and gradual treatment approaches to ensure comfortable dental experiences.
What cosmetic treatments do you offer?
We provide teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, smilelign aligners, and dental implants to enhance your smile's appearance using modern techniques.
Do you offer payment plans for treatments?
While we don't have formal payment plans, we can discuss treatment costs and options during your consultation to find suitable arrangements.
Are your dentists registered with professional bodies?
All our dental professionals maintain current General Dental Council registration and participate in ongoing professional development.
Do you treat children?
Yes, we welcome children and focus on creating positive dental experiences through gentle care and preventive education.
Reviews (5)
Ann Lubman
Oct 10, 2020
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I have recently received treatment for my teeth and been treated by both Raj and Laura . I found them to be sympathetic and reassuring ,particularly with my tooth which had a painful abscess . john
Benjamin
Dec 03, 2019
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Friendly, efficient and generous. Best practice I've ever visited with my family been coming here for over 20 years.
Clare Stirling
Sep 13, 2019
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Laura and the team are excellent dentists. They advise well, explain treatments comprehensively and I always feel valued as a customer. I would highly recommend The Mead.
Sam
Sep 09, 2019
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Laura identified 4 of my teeth that needed filling in a two year period due to supposed tooth decay, when I was 14-16 years old. Her 5th filling recommendation went ignored and I changed dentist. In the years since, I have had checkups elsewhere and have not required work doing. My teeth are in good condition and I am now very doubtful whether the original fillings were even necessary. From my experience I wouldn't recommend this place.
Steve Northcott
Sep 17, 2018
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Been going here all my life. Not cheap but they are dentists aren't are they. Service is always brilliant. I always feel very well looked after.
