Botanics Dental Care

GDC No: 63929. Principal dentist Colin Gardner BDS, GDC reg no 63929, graduated from Dundee University Dental Hospital and School in 1988. Since that time he has worked almost exclusively in Glasgow’s West End.During his career, Colin has constantly sought to keep up-to-date with current thinking and the most modern techniques available within the profession, regularly attending postgraduate courses all over the UK. He has developed a keen interest in advanced restorative dentistry including implants, and all forms of cosmetic treatments. The in-depth, thorough examinations and preventive advice he provides are unhurried, meticulous and last around thirty minutes.

Dental Hygiene Therapist. She GDC reg no 189719, qualified Dental Hygiene Therapist from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2014. Natalie has worked in Dentistry since 2008 progressing from Dental Nurse to Clinical Manager before qualifying in her exciting new career. The role of the Dental Hygiene Therapist is to improve the efficiency of the dental team where possible. Natalie's skills and experience allows her to not only look after our patients oral health but also to carry out white composite fillings, take radiographs, taking impressions and much more. Natalie is always striving to increase her knowledge whether it be attending courses or reading up on the latest theories and research. Educating our patients is extremely important to Natalie as she believes that education is the best form of prevention for excellent long term dental health. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys an active lifestyle keeping fit, spending time with family and friends and exploring our beautiful country with her Springer Spaniel.

GDC No: 5598. Dental hygienists are specifically trained to professionally clean the teeth and remove hard plaque and staining that forms between visits. Colette will also help prevent gum disease, which affects a huge proportion of the population and, if left unattended, is the biggest single cause of tooth loss. They provide an invaluable preventative service to help ensure your teeth and gums remain strong and healthy for life.Colette Ballantyne GDC reg no 5598, qualified from Edinburgh Dental Institute in 1999 and has worked in several dental practices within Glasgow over the years. She works hard in motivating and educating patients in prevention and talks non-stop about flossing! She is also very up-to-date in her continuing professional development attending courses and reading dental journals. She is also a new technology and gadget queen.