Alpha Dental Care Ivy Cottage

I have been a patient in this practice for over 40 years, all my children have been patients. They are now grown with kids of their own and still attend. I've seen numerous changes over the years. It has now lost that homely feeling that was always present, however, the dentists are very good. Yesterday I had an emergency appointment, basically a gum infection. The dentist i saw, I'm sorry I didn't get her name, young Asian woman. I was in immense pain and we struggled to get me numb. She was amazing, she did everything to get me numb. I had numerous injections, we eventually got there. Sh…

I received a call in November to cancel my upcoming routine appointment, this was rebooked for February 2026, a bit of a shock to have to wait that long but I accepted it. On the 4th December, at 16.07 I rang the practice to enquire about buying teeth whitening product and mentioned that I had chipped a tooth, the receptionist said there was a free appointment for today, well you can imagine I was surprised and pleased so I booked it. I arrived early today only to be told that I was not on their list, no apologies, I was offered an appointment with the hygienist though! But would have to re…

The Reception lady was really kind caring and lovely when I phoned up in pain. She explained his their service worked. When I attended the appointment all the staff (receptionist dentist and nurse) were lovely. The dentist was really kind (I’m sorry I didn’t get names). Can’t thank them enough for their help and service and will definitely use them again and recommend them (in fact I already have) Thank you so much

My dentist James is the best dentist I have ever had, honestly 😊, I have suffered with my teeth from a young age, had a massive amount of procedures and some scary experiences. I fully trust Janes but his experience and knowledge is second to none, he knows his stuff and his patient manner and explanation is clear with the options available . Please stay on not move in as most dentist do these days. I have 100% happiness and confident after 60 years and believe I would be in a better place if James was there years ago. James is prides himself in his profession and he is the best dentist eve…