Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dentist in Edinburgh
Established in 1989, we have dedicated over three decades to delivering exceptional dental care to Edinburgh's community. Our experienced team, comprising dentists, therapists, and hygienists, provides comprehensive treatments spanning preventative care, restorative procedures, and cosmetic enhancements. We prioritise patient comfort through a welcoming environment, accessible facilities, and tailored approaches for nervous patients. With six modern surgeries, we combine advanced techniques with compassionate care to address diverse dental needs.Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures adherence to the highest clinical standards while maintaining transparency in treatment planning and costs. Through generations of service, we have cultivated trust by treating patients as individuals, not cases, and adapting to evolving healthcare requirements including rigorous infection control measures.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
Emergency Dentistry
Family Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Invisalign
Hygiene Services
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in comprehensive dental care
- Our six modern surgeries provide accessible, high-standard treatment
- Dedicated emergency appointments available for urgent dental issues
- Flexible payment plans including 0% finance options up to 12 months
- Specialist treatments delivered by experienced dentists and hygienists
What people say
Professional expertise
Compassionate approach
Excellent results
Nervous patient support
Same-day appointments
Services
General Dentistry
Comprehensive preventative and restorative treatments including check-ups, fillings, root canal therapy, and emergency dental care. Our experienced dentists use modern techniques to maintain oral health and address common dental issues. Suitable for patients of all ages seeking reliable, long-term dental solutions.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Transform your smile with veneers, teeth whitening, composite bonding, and Invisalign clear aligners. Our aesthetic treatments address discolouration, misalignment, and structural imperfections. Tailored solutions combine technical expertise with artistic precision to achieve natural-looking, confidence-boosting results for discerning patients.
Dental Implants
Permanent tooth replacement solutions using titanium implants that integrate with jawbone tissue. Our specialists perform implant placement and restoration for single or multiple missing teeth. Bone grafting available where necessary, ensuring long-term stability and functional restoration for improved quality of life.
Emergency Dentistry
Immediate treatment for dental trauma, infections, and severe pain. We prioritise same-day appointments for acute issues like broken teeth, lost fillings, or abscesses. Our experienced team provides rapid diagnosis and intervention to alleviate discomfort and prevent complications while ensuring patient comfort throughout.
Family Dentistry
Child-friendly dental services from first visits through adolescence. We provide preventative care, habit counselling, and early orthodontic assessments in a welcoming environment. Our approach builds positive dental experiences while educating families about proper oral hygiene practices for lifelong dental health.
People
Kerry Size
Dentist
Experienced dentist specialising in emergency care and cosmetic treatments. Known for compassionate approach with nervous patients. Provides thorough explanations and prioritises patient comfort during procedures.
Dr Ibraheem Al-Affan
Dentist
Invisalign specialist delivering transformative orthodontic results. Combines technical expertise with patient-centred care. Recognised for clear communication and attention to aesthetic outcomes.
Robert King
Senior Dentist
35-year veteran providing comprehensive dental solutions. Expert in implant dentistry and restorative treatments. Maintains strong patient relationships through consistent, personalised care delivery.
Dawn Loudon
Dentist
Skilled practitioner specialising in complex treatments including root canal therapy. Known for meticulous approach and clear cost explanations. Prioritises long-term oral health over short-term interventions.
Stephen Harrison
Dentist
Recognised for helping anxious patients overcome dental phobia. Combines technical proficiency with empathetic communication. Provides detailed treatment options while respecting patient preferences and budget constraints.
Questions
What dental emergencies do you handle?
We treat toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings, dental infections, and trauma injuries. Our team provides immediate pain relief and emergency stabilisation.
Do you accept nervous patients?
Yes, we specialise in treating anxious individuals with gentle techniques, thorough explanations, and optional sedation options for complex procedures.
What payment options exist?
We offer 0% finance up to 12 months, Denplan membership plans from £17.13/month, and flexible payment arrangements for extensive treatments.
Are implants suitable for everyone?
Most patients qualify for implants. We assess bone density and oral health first, offering preparatory treatments like bone grafting where necessary for successful implant integration.
How to book an appointment?
Book online via our website, call 0131 337 2689, or complete our virtual consultation form for treatment planning from home.
Reviews (6)
Lily Victoria
Dec 29, 2021
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Had my first appointment with Dr King - it was fantastic. He was really informative and took his time explaining and showing me via the photos he'd taken which course of treatment would be best - it's saved me a lot of money as I had expensive dental procedures booked elsewhere, that I now realise I don't need! Very friendly and comfortable experience in a lovely clean surgery.
Val Dodds
Dec 16, 2021
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I have been with Slateford Dental Care for a long time, initially with Kelda Richardson and now with Chris Logan who is an excellent dentist, who takes time and care with me, as I am a nervous patient, but feel totally at ease with Chris and his lovely dental nurse. Always greeted by the lovely reception staff. I thoroughly recommend Chris.
Alexander Howie
Dec 02, 2021
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I have been a patient at Slateford Dental Care since 2006. I can honestly say I have always received the very best treatment and care from Stephen Nadia and Alison. I would recommend Slateford Dental Care without hesitation. They go the extra mile as a matter of course.
Lynn Garvie
Nov 25, 2021
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I cannot recommend Slateford Dental Care highly enough. I have been attending for many years now and, during that time have experienced significant health issues that have made dental care and treatment difficult. Everyone, including reception staff and dental nurses have been consistently exceptional. My dentist, Stephen Harrison could not have been more supportive and helpful. He is quite simply the best dentist I have ever had.
Alison Stevenson, my hygienist, is a wonder - everyone knows that it is worse going to the hygienist than to the dentist, but not with Alison! And, as with everyone
Alison Stevenson, my hygienist, is a wonder - everyone knows that it is worse going to the hygienist than to the dentist, but not with Alison! And, as with everyone
Tony Byrne
Nov 22, 2021
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Excellent experience with Stephen and Nadia - faultless care, treatment and attentiveness. Ive been their patient for almost 2 decades. Best in the business - thank you! Tony B
Alex C. Musgrave
Nov 14, 2021
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I am a long-time patient of Slateford Dental Care and see Stephen and Alison when needed. The care is always exceptional, above and beyond what I think many people might imagine they'd receive from a dental practice. I'm not bothered by dental visits, but the kindness, professionalism, awareness of patient health conditions, medications, and phobias is handled with discretion and understanding. The admin staff are great, sorting appts with ease and helping with changes if needed and assistants like Nadia help with smooth running of the dentists! I think in this time of so much change in the health
