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Your Partner for Patient-Centred Dental Care in Bath
Aquae Sulis Dental has been redefining dental care in Bath for over two decades by prioritising patient comfort alongside clinical excellence. Our approach begins with active listening to understand individual needs, fears, and aspirations, ensuring tailored treatment plans that respect patient autonomy. Specialising in anxiety-sensitive care, we utilise intravenous sedation to create stress-free experiences while maintaining full patient consciousness. With principal dentist Ian Bellamy having placed over 3,000 dental implants, our technical expertise spans advanced restorative dentistry and cosmetic enhancements.We maintain comprehensive service offerings to eliminate referral needs, from routine check-ups to complex jaw pain management. As a trusted referral destination for regional dentists, we consistently demonstrate technical mastery combined with compassionate communication, evidenced by our 15-year patient retention rates. Our investment in modern equipment and continuing education ensures every patient receives clinically current care in a setting designed to alleviate dental phobia, making us a regional leader in patient-centred dentistry.
Services
Dental Implants
Cosmetic Dentistry
Medical Aesthetics
General Dentistry
Emergency Appointments
Anxious Patients
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Adult Orthodontics
Snoring Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer intravenous sedation for anxious patients
- Over 3,000 successful dental implants placed by Ian Bellamy
- Comprehensive dental services under one roof
- 20+ years' experience in anxiety-sensitive dentistry
- Regional dentists refer complex cases to our practice
What people say
Excellent service
Professional staff
Gentle treatment
Highly recommended
Anxiety-friendly
Services
Dental Implants
As a regional centre of excellence for dental implants, we transform patients' oral health through permanent tooth replacement solutions. Our principal dentist, Ian Bellamy, brings over two decades of experience having successfully placed more than 3,000 implants. We provide comprehensive treatment from initial consultation to surgical placement and restoration, using the latest technology to ensure precise fitting and natural appearance.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services combine technical expertise with artistic precision to create beautiful, natural-looking smiles. Available treatments include professional teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and smile makeovers. With extensive experience in aesthetic dental restorations, we help patients boost their confidence through tailored cosmetic solutions that maintain dental health while achieving visual perfection.
Emergency Appointments
We provide prompt emergency dental care for acute issues requiring immediate attention. Our experienced team handles toothaches, infections, and dental trauma with compassionate urgency. Registered patients benefit from after-hours emergency access, while new patients receive swift assessment and pain management, ensuring timely resolution of all dental emergencies.
Anxious Patients Care
Specialising in care for dental phobia sufferers, we create comfortable treatment experiences through empathetic communication and intravenous sedation. Our team understands the psychological barriers to dental care, offering gradual desensitisation and controlled environments. This approach has successfully helped hundreds of anxious patients receive necessary treatment without distress.
General Dentistry
Our comprehensive general dentistry services focus on long-term oral health maintenance. From routine check-ups to preventive care and restorative treatments, we provide complete dental healthcare. Services include hygiene appointments, white fillings, gum disease management, and regular oral health assessments, ensuring early detection of potential issues.
People
Ian Bellamy
Principal Dentist
With over 20 years' experience in Bath, Ian Bellamy has placed more than 3,000 dental implants while specialising in anxiety-sensitive dentistry. His patient-centred approach has transformed countless dental experiences from traumatic to positive, making him a trusted referral choice for regional dentists.
Dr Alistair McNeill
Dentist
Dr Alistair McNeill provides comprehensive dental assessments for new patients and Invisalign consultations. Bringing expertise in adult orthodontics, he develops detailed treatment plans while ensuring clear communication about procedures, timelines, and costs for all patients seeking smile improvements.
Andrea Dumas
Dental Hygienist
Andrea specialises in preventative dental care and patient education about oral hygiene. With years of experience in the practice, she provides thorough yet gentle cleanings while offering practical advice for maintaining dental health between appointments, contributing significantly to patients' treatment success.
Michelle Johnson
Office Manager
Michelle oversees daily practice operations, ensuring seamless patient experiences from booking to treatment. With extensive knowledge of practice procedures and policies, she serves as a key contact for administrative matters while maintaining the welcoming atmosphere appreciated by all visitors.
Questions
What makes Aquae Sulis different from other dental practices?
Our unique combination of anxiety-sensitive care, intravenous sedation options, and technical expertise in complex procedures like dental implants sets us apart. We prioritise patient comfort through empathetic communication and gradual treatment approaches.
How do you help nervous dental patients?
We offer intravenous sedation for severe anxiety cases and use gentle communication techniques to create comfortable experiences. Our team receives specific training in fear management, allowing patients to proceed at their own pace with full understanding.
What payment options are available?
We provide transparent pricing with written estimates before treatment. While we don't offer financing, we accept various payment methods and charge deposits for specific consultations to secure appointments.
Are there accessibility considerations?
Yes, all treatment rooms are located on the first floor accessible via a spiral staircase. We recommend informing us about mobility needs when booking to ensure appropriate arrangements.
What emergency dental services do you offer?
We treat urgent dental issues including toothaches, infections, and trauma. Registered patients receive after-hours emergency access, while new patients get prompt assessment and pain management during standard operating hours.
How do I book an appointment?
Contact us via phone 01225 339 767 during operating hours or use our online booking system. New patients require a deposit for specific consultations, which will be deducted from final treatment costs.
Reviews (4)
Dan G.
May 02, 2021
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After over 10 years of faffing about and various procedures elsewhere, I scoured the internet for someone I could trust to sort out my dead front tooth - fillings and canal bleaching had failed, and I had started to loose jaw bone around the tooth as my body rejected it being there. I got a couple of quotes, I normally attend an NHS practise so not a big spender on dentistry. In the end I decided to stretch the budget a bit because I'd concluded Ian was the top man. I wasn't wrong. Ian actually cares... I mean, really cares about the quality of his work and getting the right result for the patient
Zoe G.
Jan 28, 2021
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Very impressed. I recently used this dental practise for the first time to get new retainers made as they were the closest practise who offered this service. From the booking process with reception, to arrival, to the appointment itself and follow up everyone was professional and polite and friendly. Thank you Ian and the team, highly recommended
Mike Hall
Jun 17, 2020
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Ian is extremely knowledgeable and makes you feel so comfortable in his light and airy loft room. I visit from America just to see him.
Suzanne McKeown
Jan 01, 2019
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Luke came to my aid when I urgently needed root canal treatment a few days before my holiday. The treatment was painless , Luke was very caring and gentle, just what you need in a stressed situation. I would certainly recommend him to anyone.
