New Year 2010

The practice saw a lot of change and growth throughout 2009 and now 2010 is upon us we look forward to continuing a high standard of practice and wish all of our patients a prosperous 2010. We are always happy to hear your views on how we can improve our service or of any aspects of care we provide that you value highly.

Team News

The reception team has a new addition Nina Badiani.

We are pleased to welcome back 2 members of staff following maternity leave. Our senior nurse Emma had a beautiful baby girl and Dawn our receptionist had a healthy baby boy, both are looking forward to rejoining the team where they have been greatly missed.

On that note we will be saying goodbye temporarily to one of our dental therapists, Lindsey Wright who will be leaving on maternity in March and we wish her all the best. We will be arranging for a locum hygienist to cover her leave so appointments will not be affected.

A new dental Specialist

Professor Nico Louw a renowned endodontist has joined our Specialist team. Prof Louw’s area of interest is Root Canal Treatment, using specialised equipment like a microscope, digital imaging devices, electronic measuring instruments which leads to more predictable outcome.

A new improved reminder system

We are going to be changing our reminder system; letters have been sent out asking for preferences and updated details. We plan to transfer to a text message reminder; this can be received via text message on a mobile phone or via an automated message via a landline.

India Charity

As mentioned in our previous newsletter we are planning to hold some fund raising events throughout the year to help finance a trip to Gujarat in India. Dr Badiani is working to establish a hospital, new housing and a new dental clinic in a particularly poor area of Gujarat. In August 2010 Dr Badiani will be taking a team of six volunteers, 2 surgeons and four nurses to volunteer for this non-profit organisation. Information on events will be displayed within the practice as organized and on the website.

An apology

On 23rd December the practice was closed due to the severe weather conditions. Many of our staff could not travel due to the icy roads and those that could were delayed by road closures. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused our patients and hope not to see a repeat of this. Our advice to you if weather conditions do take a turn for the worse is to phone the practice before making your way in for an appointment.