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Your Trusted Dental Care in Lochwinnoch
At Bluewater Dental, we pride ourselves on being a family-run practice dedicated to delivering exceptional dental care to both NHS and private patients. Established in 2014, our practice in Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire, is led by award-winning dentists Barry Lemon and Craig Taylor, who bring decades of combined experience in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. We specialize in creating a welcoming environment for nervous patients and children, ensuring every visit is as comfortable as possible. Our comprehensive services include Invisalign, teeth whitening, facial rejuvenation, and emergency dental care, supported by flexible 0% finance options. Recognized as Scotland's Dentist of the Year in 2015, we combine clinical excellence with a patient-centric approach, prioritizing transparency, affordability, and long-term oral health.Our team's expertise extends to advanced treatments like Botox and dermal fillers, while our commitment to community care has made us a trusted local practice. We operate extended hours to accommodate busy schedules and maintain rigorous standards of hygiene and professionalism. With a focus on personalized care and modern techniques, we aim to transform dental visits into positive experiences, helping patients achieve confident smiles and optimal dental wellness.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Emergency Appointments
Invisalign Braces
Teeth Whitening
Facial Rejuvenation
Nervous Patient Care
NHS Dentistry
Private Dentistry
Snoring Solutions
Orthodontic Treatments
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Family-run practice with award-winning dentists since 2014
- Specialist in nervous patient care and children's dentistry
- Offers 0% finance for dental treatments
- Emergency appointments available same-day
- Combines NHS and private treatment options
Associations and certifications
- Scottish Dental Awards
What people say
Great dentist
Friendly staff
Pain-free procedures
Excellent results
Nervous patient support
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services transform smiles through advanced treatments like porcelain veneers, bonding, and crowns. Ideal for patients seeking aesthetic improvements, these procedures address discoloration, chips, and misalignment. We prioritize natural-looking results that enhance confidence while maintaining oral health.
Emergency Appointments
We provide urgent care for toothaches, broken fillings, and dental trauma with same-day appointments. Our experienced team ensures rapid pain relief and effective solutions, treating both registered and walk-in patients with equal priority and compassion.
Invisalign Braces
Invisalign offers discreet teeth straightening using custom-made aligners. Suitable for adults and teens, this treatment corrects misalignment without traditional brackets, combining comfort with aesthetic appeal. Our certified practitioners ensure precise, gradual tooth movement for optimal results.
Teeth Whitening
We offer Philips Zoom! and Pola Whitening systems for professional teeth bleaching. These treatments safely lighten enamel stains caused by diet or lifestyle, with options for in-practice sessions or at-home maintenance to achieve lasting, radiant smiles.
Nervous Patient Care
Specialized care for anxious individuals includes gentle communication, sedation options, and extended appointment times. We create a stress-free environment to rebuild trust in dental care, ensuring even the most apprehensive patients receive necessary treatments comfortably.
People
Barry Lemon
Principal Dentist
Barry graduated from Dundee University in 2008 and has specialized in nervous patient care. He won Scottish Dentist of the Year in 2015 and leads Bluewater Dental's clinical team with expertise in orthodontics and restorative dentistry.
Craig Taylor
Dentist
With over 40 years' experience, Craig specializes in oral surgery and facial aesthetics. He has provided Botox and dermal filler treatments for 15 years and brings extensive general dentistry knowledge to our Lochwinnoch practice.
Francesca Webster
Practice Manager
Francesca co-owns Bluewater Dental and oversees financial and marketing operations. A passionate whisky enthusiast, she ensures efficient practice management while maintaining strong community connections.
Lesley Parr
Receptionist
Lesley has 20 years' dental experience and manages front-of-house operations. She balances family life with her role, bringing warmth and familiarity to patient interactions at our Lochwinnoch practice.
Charlene Murphy
Dental Nurse
Charlene has over 20 years' nursing experience and supports clinical teams while engaging patients at reception. Her outdoor enthusiasm complements her friendly, approachable manner during dental visits.
Questions
Do you accept NHS patients?
Yes, we're a mixed NHS and private practice. New NHS registrations are welcome, and we explain treatment options to help patients make informed choices.
Can I get emergency dental care?
We offer same-day emergency appointments for toothaches, broken teeth, or lost fillings. Our team prioritizes urgent cases to provide immediate pain relief and treatment.
What payment options exist?
We provide 0% finance plans for up to 12 months, Direct Debit arrangements, and accept major credit/debit cards to make dental treatments more accessible and affordable.
Are treatments available for nervous patients?
Our practice specializes in anxious patient care, offering extended consultations, gentle techniques, and sedation options to ensure comfortable experiences for even the most apprehensive individuals.
What cosmetic services do you offer?
We provide teeth whitening (Zoom! and Pola), porcelain veneers, bonding, and Invisalign to address discoloration, misalignment, and cosmetic imperfections with natural-looking results.
Do you treat children?
Yes, we welcome young patients and focus on creating positive dental experiences. Our team uses child-friendly communication and preventive care to establish lifelong oral health habits.
Reviews (6)
Meri-Liis Harrison
Sep 02, 2019
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The best dentist I have ever had! Especially being afraid of dental treatments, everyone helps me to calm down and I am actually not so afraid anymore. Thank you!
Rona McGinn
Aug 17, 2019
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Barry and his team are excellent! I had a family member who was completely put off dentists and needed braces. Wasn't going to get them done at all, until she met Barry. She now has the loveliest smile and all thanks to this practice (and the orthodontist)!
Caroline Watson
Jul 20, 2019
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Bluewater Dental is brilliant. Barry is a fantastic dentist and explains everything very clearly. All the staff are lovely and it makes going to the dentist easy.
East Haugh House
Dec 09, 2016
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I have been searching for a really good dentist for some time now and I have defiantly found the best one. Barry and his amazing team have looked after me thought the whole process of getting veneers ( which can be daunting) but not here, they were just brilliant and look like a million dollars. Thank you so much xx
Lyndsay Cowgill
Oct 28, 2016
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Absolutely fantastic. I had a terrible fear of dentists until I started using Bluewater. Barry is great with nervous patients and really puts them at ease :) I can pop down and jump into the chair no problem now, I wouldn't, couldn't use anyone else! Keep up the good work guys :)
Sophie Mcgown
Sep 01, 2016
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What can I say ! Simply amazing is not enough, Barry is not only a fantastic dentist but super funny too and makes you feel really relaxed. I cant thank you all enough for looking after me so well and giving me 5 star treatment along with a fabulous finished look. Well done to you all.
