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).
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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 since then combining this
with intense post graduate training. Since joining Levengrove
Dental Care in August 2008, and taking over Patricia Craig's
patients following her retiral, Alison has thrived in the
new environment and thoroughly enjoyed working with such a
motivated practice.
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Eve Docherty BDS (Hons) :: Associate
Eve has been with the practice since August 2008 and has
built up a very healthy following of patients to keep her
very busy. She 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 spends her spare time
in the crazy world of outdoor adrenaline sports.
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Patrick Lambert BDS :: Associate
Patrick is the newest addition to the practice, and has
been warmly welcomed by all staff and patients alike. He has
gained considerable clinical experience and comes with glowing
references. His good humour and excellent treatment abilities
have seen his list of patients continually grow and he is
managing this work load with ease. In his spare time, aside
from beer and running (not together) Patrick can be found
rehearsing, on stage as bass player with his band or travelling
far and wide to see other musicians play.
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Julie Nealon RDH Hygienist :: Hygienist
Julie qualified as a Dental Hygienist whilst serving in
the Royal Navy, gaining her Diploma in Dental Hygiene from
the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. She has a wealth
of experience having worked with dental officers with specialist
interests in restorative dentistry, implantology and periodontology.
Having retired from the Royal Navy, Julie now works in practice,
whilst also lecturing part time. She maintains and updates
her clinical knowledge through regular continuing professional
development attending postgraduate courses and meetings. This
is when she has time amongst her other hobbies of skydiving,
scuba diving, running and cycling.
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Nursing Staff
From Left to Right: (Standing) Christine Kennedy, Monica
McArthur, Lynsey Grant, Jennifer Ross, Clare McWilliam, Irene
Cunningham, Elaine Gibson, (seated) Lynn Whiting, Janice Smith.
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 Regional and in house Post Graduate continuing professional development courses. |
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Recently Left
Jamie Dickie :: Associate
Jamie had a great year with the practice but his contract
with the NHS has seen him transferred to work as a staff member
in the Dundee Dental Hospital. His chat and good company will
be missed by us.
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David Laidlaw BDS & Jacqui Laidlaw BDS (Hons) MFDS
RCS
After 4 happy years David & Jacqui have moved to Royal
Deeside. They had mixed feelings about leaving as they had
developed many good relationships with their patients but
felt the move was best for their family. |
Patricia Craig BDS :: Associate
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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Fiona Murray CEB Dip Dent Hyg :: Hygienist
Fiona was working part time with us and left recently due
to family and other work commitments. We wish her well and
are still in touch for the odd night out. |
Levengrove Dental Care
27 Woodyard Road
Dumbarton
G82 4BG
Tel: 01389 732522 |
