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Welcome to Castle Gate Dental Practice
At Castle Gate Dental Practice, we prioritize preventive care to ensure long-term oral health while delivering personalized general and cosmetic dental services. Our team of experienced professionals, including Richard Whitcombe, Emma Hewitt, and Roxy Elledge, combines advanced techniques with a patient-centered approach to address both functional and aesthetic needs. We are committed to unhurried, ethical treatment using high-quality materials, supported by CQC-regulated standards.Our practice fosters trust through transparent communication, tailored treatment plans, and a focus on building lasting relationships with patients across Dursley and surrounding areas. By offering flexible payment options and emergency care, we ensure accessibility without compromising on excellence, as evidenced by consistent positive feedback from our community.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Adult Braces
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Dentures
Facial Aesthetics
Children's Dentistry
Bonding
Porcelain Veneers
Highlights and features
- We offer unhurried appointments with experienced dentists focused on ethical, patient-led care.
- Our practice provides emergency dental services for urgent oral health needs.
- We specialize in Six Month Smiles adult orthodontics for discreet, rapid teeth alignment.
- Transparent pricing with flexible payment plans for affordable treatment access.
- Our team includes CQC-regulated professionals with expertise in facial aesthetics and general dentistry.
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
What people say
Personalized service
Discreet braces
Pain-free treatment
Friendly team
Emergency availability
Services
General Dentistry
We provide comprehensive preventive dental care including check-ups, cleanings, and fillings. Our experienced team focuses on early detection of oral health issues while maintaining your natural teeth. Patients benefit from personalized advice on home care routines and disease prevention, with special attention to gum health and its systemic connections.
Six Month Smiles
This orthodontic treatment corrects minor alignment issues in 6-9 months using tooth-colored brackets. Ideal for adults seeking discreet improvements, it combines aesthetic appeal with rapid results. Our dentists ensure comfortable adjustments every three weeks, with retention plans to maintain your straightened smile long-term.
Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening systems deliver noticeable results in weeks. Patients receive custom trays and professional-grade gel for home use, with expert guidance to minimize sensitivity. The treatment effectively removes staining from coffee, wine, and smoking, restoring natural tooth brightness safely under dental supervision.
Facial Aesthetics
Botulinum toxin and dermal filler treatments address facial aging in a clinical setting. Our qualified practitioners create natural-looking results by targeting specific areas like frown lines and lip volume. The service emphasizes safety alongside aesthetic improvement, with thorough consultation before treatment.
Dental Implants
We offer complete implant solutions from single tooth to full arch restoration. The process includes surgical placement and custom crown fabrication, ensuring functional and natural-looking results. Patients receive detailed aftercare instructions and long-term maintenance guidance to maximize implant longevity.
People
Richard Whitcombe
Lead Dentist
With decades of experience, Richard specializes in complex restorative dentistry and Six Month Smiles. He prioritizes patient comfort and ethical treatment, maintaining strong communication throughout care. His approach combines technical expertise with personalized attention to each patient's needs.
Emma Hewitt
General Dentist
Emma provides compassionate general dental care, particularly for nervous patients and seniors. Her gentle approach and clear explanations help patients feel at ease during appointments. She focuses on preventive strategies and long-term oral health maintenance.
Jane Bailey
Dental Hygienist
Jane specializes in periodontal care and home hygiene education. She develops tailored cleaning routines and provides practical advice for managing gum disease effectively. Patients appreciate her supportive approach and measurable improvements in oral health.
Roxy Elledge
Facial Aesthetics Lead
Roxy combines dental expertise with GP qualifications to deliver safe facial aesthetic treatments. Her holistic approach considers facial anatomy and patient expectations to achieve natural results. She conducts thorough consultations to ensure treatment aligns with individual goals.
Louise
New Dentist
Joining with experience in general dentistry, Louise offers caring treatment for new patients. She focuses on building trust through clear communication and gentle procedures. Her approach makes dental visits more comfortable for anxious individuals.
Questions
Do you offer emergency dental appointments?
Yes, we provide same-day emergency appointments for urgent dental issues like pain, infection, or trauma.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment plans through monthly maintenance schemes and accept upfront payments with transparent itemized pricing.
Are your orthodontic treatments suitable for adults?
Yes, Six Month Smiles provides discreet adult braces using tooth-colored brackets for rapid alignment correction.
How do you support nervous patients?
Our team specializes in gentle dentistry with clear communication, extra time, and compassionate care for anxious individuals.
What facial aesthetic treatments do you offer?
We provide botulinum toxin injections and dermal fillers for facial rejuvenation under CQC-regulated clinical standards.
Do you accept NHS patients?
We are an NHS-registered practice offering both NHS and private treatment options for our patients.
Reviews (7)
Ire Zar
Dec 28, 2021
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I just needed help today" emergency" and what I heard was: "We can not help you if you are not our patient, but we can give you details to Gloucester dental care"
What about the information on your website that you always help with during the opening hours? I have asked how to be your patient?
" sorry, we are not taking any new patients"
and again, a completely different story is on your website.
Sad...
What about the information on your website that you always help with during the opening hours? I have asked how to be your patient?
" sorry, we are not taking any new patients"
and again, a completely different story is on your website.
Sad...
Morgan Gazzard
Jul 04, 2021
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The whole team at Castle Gate are fantastic, friendly and very professional. The work they did for me is of a standard I never expected. Because of Castle Gate, I can smile with confidence again. I highly recommend Castle Gate to everyone. High quality dentistry at an affordable price. Thank you Castle Gate, you are all amazing.
Richard Howes
Apr 01, 2021
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Just been for my first visit to this practice for a root canal treatment. Treated by Emma (with superb assistance by Amy). Friendly, professional, accurate and knowledgeable about everything they do. I was put at ease with detailed explanations about what was happening. Everything was swift but precise, meaning I didn't feel discomfort and stress as they worked quickly but accurately. Bizarre to say this, but I'm looking forward to my next visit to the dentist!
Krissy Virgo
Jul 16, 2020
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Brilliant team, very clean facilitys .. friendly and caring staff. Lovely and spacious. Very pleased with our new family dentist .. thank you all so much for working so hard in these uncertain times
Elaine Ward
Nov 20, 2019
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Great dentist ive been going for over a decade. Only dentist who managed to keep me calm as nervous customer. Great advice from dentists and hygienists. Reception very friendly and supportive too. Highly recommend
J. H.
Nov 09, 2019
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Awesome facility and people! I would highly recommend this dentist to anyone. Everything was clearly explained to me and I did not at any point feel rushed with anything. I was given time to ask my questions and now am over the moon that I have a care plan and can rest assured I'm with the professionals! Top class
Sarah Bishop
Oct 03, 2019
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Dare I say ..... going to see Richard and all the staff is a joy ?! Cant believe I have said this, but its true. Always welcoming, kind and caring. Very personable but professional. They always help me when I need urgent treatment, never saying no. I hope to always only attend this dentist wherever I am ! Well done!! Sarah Bishop.
