Ilfracombe Dental Practice

18 Ilfracombe Gardens, NE26 3SL, Whitley Bay

Dental Practice in Whitley Bay. We smile when you smile at Ilfracombe Dental Practice. We understand that a visit to the dentist can be daunting for some. So with every treatment, our aim is to be as gentle as we are thorough.

We are a five surgery dental practice in Whitley Bay led by Dr David Hickleton and Mr Evan MacDougall as principal dentists. Dedicated to providing you and your family with the very best dental care in a compassionate and caring environment, we know that a visit to the dentist can be daunting for some. That’s why with every treatment, our aim is to be as gentle as we are thorough.

Our range of general dentistry, cosmetic treatments and facial aesthetics will help you achieve the smile you’ve dreamed of and all services are delivered by an expert team of dentists with over 85 years’ experience in the North-East.

Our friendly team are waiting to advise you further to ensure you enjoy the treatments you require: general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry or facial aesthetics.

With 35 years’ professional experience in the North-East, we’ve forged close ties with local DAMAS-approved laboratories, supply companies and dental committees.

This local knowledge and experience ensures we can deliver quality dental products and a high level of dental care in line with local population demand, as well as supporting our local companies. At Ilfracombe Dental Practice we do our best to ensure that your dental care meets your individual needs and, as a patient, you have the right to express a preference of practitioner.

Access is available but limited as the building is a mid-terraced Victorian dwelling. Our ground floor rooms in the premises are accessible to wheelchairs.

There is a waiting room and treatment room (surgery) on the ground floor but, unfortunately, no lavatory on this level. The practice is accessed via a suitable wide concrete ramp and hand-rail with a low-level doorbell at the entrance if you require assistance in entering (this door is operated manually rather than electrically). There is surrounding street parking and we’re located close to a main bus interchange and Monkseaton Metro station. We can always arrange a taxi if you prefer.

We are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to help diagnose the problem quickly and accurately so that treatment may be efficiently administered.

Scan the QR code below with your mobile device camera and you will be taken to the smartview page to start your experience. Alternatively please visit – https://www.invisalign.co.uk/SV/1357359

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 8:30-17:30
  • tuesday: 8:30-17:30
  • wednesday: 8:30-17:30
  • thursday: 8:30-17:30
  • friday: 8:30-17:30
  • saturday: (closed)

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Ilfracombe Dental Practice: Reviews

4.8/5 (30 Reviews)
Beris Burnett Published on Google 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: One of the last NHS dental practices. Exceptional in all aspects of dentistry.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you so much for taking time to leave a fab review. We will pass this on to the team.

Ian Douglass Published on Google 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: Just been for root canal today. I have to give 10/10 fantastic friendly service very caring And I would recommend this practice to all I can honestly say al of the staff there are brilliant and my dentist is first class thanks for your brilliant service

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice. We will pass this on to all our staff

Anna Ferguson Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Anastasia is an amazing dentist. She’s sorted out issues I’ve had for years in just 2 appointments and explained everything thoroughly. She and the lovely dental nurse she works alongside are so kind, friendly and calming. Thank you!

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice. We will pass this on to all our staff

Mark Ormston Published on Google 4 months ago

Positive experience: Ive had good service from this practice and the dentist Mrs Brown and her assistant..the place is too hot for my liking though....

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice. We will pass this on to all our staff

Lissil Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: A wonderful clinic with excellent service and genuinely kind, welcoming staff. We recently visited Dentist Anastasia as a family, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. She examined each of us carefully, carried out hygienist cleanings, and provided the treatment we needed - all in such a gentle and considerate way. Everything felt calm, comfortable and completely pain-free. She is clearly passionate about her work and truly cares about her patients. We are very grateful and would wholeheartedly recommend Anastasia to anyone looking for a fantastic dentist.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice. We will pass this on to all our staff

alison warren Published on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: I have been with this practice for nearly 50 years, though with different dentists. Recently since August, usually for me , I started to experience a lot of pain across my left jaw , teeth and surrounding areas. I had emergency appointments very quickly , often on the same day. As my teeth showed no evidence of a problem, it was proving difficult to diagnose and the pain came and went with weeks inbetween of no pain. In November Mr McDougal, managed to identify the problem . Teeth crunching/ grinding in my sleep. A mould was taken for a gum shield. As I was relocating, to family , in the Midlands for a couple of months , Mr McDougal very kindly posted my gum shield to the Midlands. I recieved it on Christmas eve, ( nice Christmas present) I have been using at night and it's definitely helping. The care provided went above and beyond, absolutely outstanding. All staff were kind, professional and efficient. Highly recommend this dental practice. Alison Warren.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice, we will pass this on to our staff.

Rob Tomlinson Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent treatment from caring professionals. All staff are approachable and friendly- this makes visiting the dentist much more bearable. Good work!

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice

Mark Bell Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Helpful staff, clean and efficiently run.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your great review of our practice - we will be sure to pass it onto all of our staff.

J R Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Really nice staff and good service. Got an extraction sorted with no issues.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your review regarding our staff and service! and pleased we could help you out and that you're happy with the treatment provided.

Krzysztof Dabrowski Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Having moved recently to Whitley Bay, this practice stood out immediately. So far, a great friendly service in a modern and professional setting. They got me in as an emergency NHS appointment for a cracked tooth and fixed right away

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Hi Krzysztof many thanks for your great review of our practice and pleased we were able to help :)

ellen davies Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: First time appointment and what a great surgery. All reception staff and nurses are lovely and my Dentist Mrs A Brown was absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much. 5 star service

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Hi Ellen thank you so much for your lovely feedback and great to hear you had such a positive experience at our practice and I will make sure your comments are passed on to all of our staff.

Ellen Smith Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutley amazing dentist can’t recommend them enough, especially Anna! She is so gentle handed and really put all my worries at rest despite it being an uncomfortable procedure, because of that i am no longer scared of the dentist whoop!. Thank you again to the lovely team it was a comfortable experience from the moment i walked in everyone is so kind and helpful i can’t say enough how thankful i am.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Hi Ellen, thank you for your lovely comments regarding our practice. We are so pleased the experience was positive for you and I will pass on your review to Anna and the team and look forward to welcoming you again soon.

The Lyric Creator Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing dentist, amazing staff and I would like to thank my dentist, Mrs Anesthesia Brown, she made me feel comfortable during my root canal treatment and I cannot thank her enough for it, I'm going back on Tuesday and getting my permanent filling and then a crown

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your lovely comments regarding our service and staff. It's great to hear you had a very positive experience and I will pass on your comments to all involved!

Steven Powell Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Cannot fault this dental practice.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Many thanks for your review Steven!

jean ellen Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Outstanding dental practice. I saw Stuart Aynsley he is a superb dentist very calm and reassuring and highly professional. He is genuinely caring and explains everything clearly. I recommend Stuart to anyone afraid to visit a dentist. The dental nurse was also highly professional and reassuring Reception is also friendly and professional.

joan harle Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had an appointment with STUART AYNSLEY this week, I really cannot praise him enough. He is calm, professional, thorough and has a lovely manner. The reception and nursing staff are also friendly and helpful. The surgery is spotless. I was initially apprehensive, but I have no fear whatsoever in returning to see this dentist. Thankyou Ilfracombe Dental Practice.

Lynn Rosser Published on Google 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Awesome staff.. I have major anxiety with going to dentist band they couldn't put me more at ease

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your review Lynn. We are always glad to help and appreciate your comments.

Jacqueline Gill Published on Google 6 years ago

Positive experience: Husband had an emergency dental treatment

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Hi Jacqueline, thanks for your review. We pride ourselves on our patient care and pleased your husband's visit was positive experience.

Catherine Armstrong Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: After spending a childhood hating going to the dentist, I chose to only go if I needed to as an adult. Suffering toothache I was recommended to try Evan. If all practices had been like this then I'd never have missed a check-up. Relaxing waiting area (not that I waited very long!) and very knowledgeable staff.

Tracy Groves Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Could not speak more highly of this dental practice. Went out of the way to give me emergency treatment before a holiday and the " temporary fix is still going strong" . Mr Mc Dougal was very professional ,efficient and excellent at putting you at ease . Fantastic service.

Stuart Chaplin Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: After years of dreading my picture being taken, Evan's expert crown work gave me back the confidence to smile. I didn't realise the match would be so good. In fact, I sometimes forget which tooth he treated!

Richard Osborne Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant team, and my dentist is the best I have ever had. I would recommend their services to anyone.

Caroline D Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: I would give this practice 10 stars if I could!!! From the moment you walk through the door you are greeted with a warm welcome and made to feel at ease. All of the staff are friendly and helpful, they go out of their way to make sure the trip to the dentist is pleasant and comfortable. I won't go anywhere else.

Kevin McElvanney Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: I always return to Ilfracombe Dental practice. I consider their treatment first class and commitment to patient care is exemplary. Never had a negative experience while here, so would say they're more than deserving of a 5 star review. Would recommend to others.

Michelle Osborne Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can highly recommend Ilfracombe Dental Practice. Evan is the best dentist I have ever had, putting me at ease with his mild manor and gentle touch. The staff are very helpful and reassuring with nervous patients.

Sara Edward's Published on Google 7 years ago

Negative experience: If you're NHS..avoid. Patronizing and condescending attitude.I'm quite nervous in the dentists chair and a friend recommended them to me many years ago (20) and was absolutely brilliant. I had a bad experience with a repair at another dentists so decided to go back. Wouldn't recommend now. I was spoken to better at school.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

I'm sorry you felt this way but during your phone call to the practice we established that you had not attended the practice since prior to the new management taking over in August 2015. We operate a zero tolerance policy for abusive behaviour along with a strict policy for all patients failing to attend appointments and wasting surgery time.

nigel castle Published on Google 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Wonderful staff and pain free dental experience!

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thanks for your review Nigel! We pride ourselves on our patient care so it's great to hear you had a positive experience.

Elaine Anderson Published on Google 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Evan is a dentist who cares about patients,he can put even the most anxious person at ease.

Ilfracombe Dental Practice

Thank you for your kind comment Elaine. We pride ourselves on our high standard of patient care ensuring a tailor made experience for each patients individual needs.

Jonathan Kemp Published on Google 9 years ago

Fantastic experience: Dr MacDougall is an excellent dentist with a very caring manner.

Sarahdip Mason Published on Google 9 years ago

Fantastic experience: Evan is a great Dentist who is kind and caring I wouldn't go anywhere else

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