The Gentle Touch
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Private prices
From the practice's published fee list. Compared with the typical price in Kelso where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.
Consultation
- New Patient Examination (Adult) £169 £92 above UK typical
- Endodontic Consultation £85
- Emergency Appointment £145
Hygiene
- Hygienist Appointment (60 min) £170
- Hygienist Appointment (30 min) £123.75 £44 above UK typical
- Hygienist Appointment (Airflow) £123.75
Restorative
- Composite (White) Filling £368.75 £219 above UK typical
- Dental Onlay £1,218.75
Endodontics
- Root Canal Treatment £1,093.75 £644 above UK typical
Oral Surgery
- Simple Tooth Extraction £306.25 £152 above UK typical
Orthodontics
- Invisalign Treatment £145 £2,823 below UK typical
Cosmetic
- Home Teeth Whitening £395 £17 above UK typical
- Facial Aesthetics £29
Prosthetics
- Porcelain Crown £1,493.75 £774 above UK typical
- Dental Bridge £1,243.75
- Full Acrylic Denture £868.75
- Metal (Cobalt-Chrome) Denture £1,243.75
Protective
- Sports Mouthguard £98.75
Implantology
- Implant Consultation £85
Diagnostic
- Dental X-Ray £18.75 £3.75 above UK typical
Prices for a standard adult case. Ask for a written treatment plan first. Report a wrong price
Opening times
| Monday | 8:30am to 7pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 5pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 5pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 5pm |
| Saturday (today) | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Gentle Touch
The Gentle Touch offers a modern, friendly and professional dental experience in Kelso, in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Based at The Corn Exchange on WoodMarket (TD5 7AT), the practice is easy to find for local patients looking for a reliable place to receive routine dental care and advice in a welcoming setting. Patients can expect a calm, supportive atmosphere designed to help them feel at ease at every visit. With a strong emphasis on patient comfort and clear communication, the team aims to make dental appointments straightforward and approachable, whether someone is attending for the first time or returning for ongoing care. The practice operates as a dental clinic serving the Kelso community, helping patients access the dental support they need. It also has an excellent online reputation, with a 5/5 Google rating from 99 reviews, reflecting the positive experiences shared by those who have visited. For anyone searching for a trustworthy dental clinic in Kelso, The Gentle Touch provides a professional service in a convenient town-centre location, making it a practical option for individuals and families across the Scottish Borders.
Reviews
on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.
Read the reviews on GoogleTeam
- Mrs Ciara SutherlandAssociate Dentist, BDS (Cork, Ireland 2008) MJDF RCS (Eng)GDC 155749
- Mrs Amber AplinPrincipal Dentist, BDS (Newcastle 1998) MJDF RCS (Eng) PgDip PDC (Edin) (Distinction)GDC 74845
- Mr Duncan WeirImplant Dentist, BDS MFDS ClinImpDentGDC 176892
- Mrs Lyndsey AdamsAssociate Dentist, BDS (Glasgow 1997) FDSRCPS (Eng)GDC 73129
- Mr Tarig MarzougAssociate Dentist, BDS (Khartoum, Sudan 2011)GDC 284487
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