Coronavirus (COVID-19) update: 7th August 2020

Dear Patients,

From Monday 13th July, the first Minister and Chief Dental Officer moved us to phase 3 of remobilisation of dental services. During phase 3 we will still only be able to offer a very limited service for Covid free patients. This will include;

Simple extractions
Providing temporary fillings
Simple denture work
Replacing and refitting loose crowns and bridges
We are also allowed to carry out examinations but due to our reduced capacity we are still unable to do these routinely. If you feel that you do urgently require an examination then please call and we will try to accommodate you.

Priority will still be given to those in pain or with a dental emergency. We still can’t provide aerosol generating procedures (AGPs) such as fillings or scalings.

If you have Covid and have dental pain or if you require an AGP then we will continue to refer you to our local urgent dental care centre (UDCC) which is now at Howden Health Centre.

Appointments must be pre-arranged by telephone. We ask that you attend alone where possible, bring as few belongings as possible, bring your own pen, and be aware the toilet is locked and you must request access from reception. Your Covid status and that of any chaperone will also be checked.
The staff will be dressed in PPE as this is the advice from our governing body. We will however continue to provide you with the best service we can in these difficult circumstances.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

There is a self help guide “Managing Dental Problems at Home”
that can be downloaded – HERE

Welcome to West Calder Dental Care.

At West Calder Dental Care, we have four qualified dentists serving West Calder and the surrounding areas in West Lothian and Edinburgh.

We hope to make you and your family as relaxed and comfortable as possible during your visit to our dental practice. We offer a full range of NHS and private treatments, including the latest cosmetic and restorative treatments founded on a fully preventive approach to oral health.

All of our friendly and qualified dentists are dedicated to preventive care and helping you maintain healthy teeth and gums.