ABOUT US
The dental practice has been a thriving business in its current
location since 1992. It was formerly owned and managed by Bobby
and Patricia Craig. Bobby retired in October 2006 and the practice
was bought by Ghyll McCallum. Ghyll has worked hard to modernise
the practice since then to accommodate the increase in patient numbers,
incorporating a variety of improved and upgraded facilities for
both patients and staff.
Recent refurbishments include:
- a larger waiting room and reception area
- a dedicated decontamination unit for brand new sterilisation
processing of instruments and equipment
- a fifth surgery
- a larger staff room
- a disabled access toilet
Dentist, Hygienist and Staff numbers have also increased. There
are currently five dentists and two hygienists working in the practice
with an experienced support staff of 8 dental nurses and receptionists.
Levengrove Dental Care is committed to providing high quality dental
treatment to all of its patients. We happily accept new NHS patients
and carry out private treatment on request. All the dentists are
experienced in many aspects of dental treatment and we have an excellent
support network of other dental specialists who offer orthodontic,
implant and sedation treatment.
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Ghyll McCallum BDS FDS RCPS :: Principal Dental Surgeon
Before settling in Dumbarton Ghyll worked in a variety of
hospital and specialist centres after qualifying in 1991 and
achieving the Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians
and Surgeons of Glasgow in 1995. He enjoys all aspects of
dentistry but has a special interest in cosmetics, dentures
and anti-snoring appliances (the mandibular advancement splint).
Ghyll is also a post graduate trainer in General Dental Practice
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Patricia Craig BDS :: Associate (Recently retired)
Patricia retired from General Dental Practice in July 2008
after working in the profession for 36 years. She thoroughly
enjoyed her work and, on retiral, was very happy to hand over
her patients to the popular and very capable Alison MacDonald
(allowing her the chance to spend more time on the golf course!).
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David Laidlaw BDS :: Associate
David graduated from Glasgow Dental Hospital in 2002. He
undertook a year of Vocational training in Bathgate and the
Edinburgh Dental Institute before moving to Argyle & Clyde
in 2003. He joined Craig Dental Surgeons (now Levengrove Dental
Care) in March 2005 where he was warmly received by his new
patients. Many of David’s former patients have followed
him in his change of practice and he has continued to work
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Jacqui Laidlaw BDS (Hons) MFDS RCS :: Associate
Joining Levengrove in 2007, Jacqui brought with her several
years of General Practice and hospital surgical experience
together with the MFDS qualification from the Royal College
of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Jacqui is a friendly and welcoming
face and has quickly built up a healthy following of new patients.
The staff also enjoy working with her - and that includes
her husband, David!
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Alison MacDonald BDS :: Associate
Alison graduated from Glasgow Dental Hospital & School
in 2004. She has gained vast experience working in General
Dental Practice in the Glasgow area for the last four years
combining this with intense post graduate training. She is
delighted to be joining Levengrove Dental Care in August 2008
and will take over the care of Patricia Craig’s patients
following her retiral. Alison has met with Patricia to discuss
the handover and is thoroughly looking forward to meeting
her new patients.
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Eve Docherty BDS (Hons) :: Associate
Eve, despite being the youngest member of the team, has
considerable clinical experience and comes with glowing recommendations
from previous work colleagues regarding her high academic
and clinical achievements. She also happens to be very well
liked by her patients – which in this job, is a big
bonus! Eve is looking forward to meeting and treating new
patients to the practice.
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Fiona Murray CEB Dip Dent Hyg :: Hygienist
Fiona gained the tutor’s prize in overall performance
when she qualified from Dundee Dental Hospital as a Dental
Hygienist in 1997. She returned to the local area soon after
and having already worked with the Craig Dental Practice in
previous years we are very fortunate that she rejoined us
at Levengrove in 2007. She applies her skills and specialises
in motivating patients in oral health. |
Mary Williams CEB Dip Dent Hyg :: Hygienist
Mary qualified as Dental Nurse in 1998 and proceeded to
pursue a career as a Dental Hygienist, qualifying from Glasgow
Dental Hospital & School in 2000. She has worked in General
Practice in Glasgow for 8 years delivering Oral Health Education
to adults and children. Mary moved to Dumbarton in 2007 to
work with us at Levengrove Dental Care and specialises in
motivating and treating patients in the prevention of gum
disease.
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Nursing Staff
Christine Kennedy, Monica McArthur, Clare McWilliam, Lynsey
Grant (seated) Janice Smith, Elaine Mooney.
The nurses are all registered Dental Care Professionals with
the General Dental Council and are all able and experienced
to carry out all clinical and administrative duties throughout
the practice and regularly attend Post Graduate continuing
professional development courses. |
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Levengrove Dental Care
27 Woodyard Road
Dumbarton
G82 4BG
Tel: 01389 732522 |