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Trusted Dental Care in Ormskirk
Cottage Dental Practice in Ormskirk has established itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive dental care. Our team of highly trained dentists, hygienists, and support staff prioritise preventative dentistry while offering advanced restorative and cosmetic treatments. With over three decades of combined experience, we maintain strict compliance with CQC guidelines and hold prestigious accreditations including BDA Good Practice and Denplan Excel. Our state-of-the-art facility features modern equipment such as a cross-infection suite meeting gold standard regulations.We provide tailored dental plans through Denplan and offer emergency services with same-day appointments. Our commitment to postgraduate education ensures patients receive cutting-edge treatments in endodontics, implants, and facial aesthetics. The practice combines technical excellence with a warm, patient-centred approach, reflected in our long-serving reception team and comfortable environment. We actively seek patient feedback to continually enhance our services while maintaining transparent communication and ethical standards.
Services
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Cosmetic Braces
Root Canal Treatment
Dentures
Highlights and features
- We hold BDA Good Practice and Denplan Excel accreditations
- Our clinicians complete regular postgraduate training in advanced techniques
- We guarantee all treatments for 1 year
- We maintain CQC-compliant cross-infection control standards
- We offer same-day emergency dental appointments
Associations and certifications
- British Dental Association
- Denplan Excel
What people say
Experienced team
Modern equipment
Caring approach
Effective treatments
Comfortable environment
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth using titanium screws anchored in the jawbone. Our practice offers single and multiple implant placements with 97% success rates. Patients benefit from natural-looking restorations that improve chewing function and facial aesthetics while preventing bone loss.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening treatments address discolouration from diet or smoking. We provide custom home kits with gradual results and in-surgery bleaching using light-activated gel for immediate effects. Combined approaches deliver optimal whitening while maintaining enamel integrity through supervised application of dental-grade products.
Cosmetic Braces
Modern orthodontic treatments correct misaligned teeth with discreet options including clear aligners and Inman appliances. Our dentists create personalised straightening plans that improve oral health while enhancing smiles. Treatment durations vary based on complexity, with regular progress monitoring ensuring optimal tooth movement.
Root Canal Treatment
Specialist root canal procedures treat infected dental pulp using advanced techniques. Our dentists remove damaged tissue, disinfect root canals, and seal teeth to prevent reinfection. This preserves natural teeth while eliminating pain and preventing abscess formation through precise, microscope-assisted treatments.
Dentures
Custom-made dentures replace missing teeth with removable prosthetics. We provide complete and partial dentures crafted from durable materials that mimic natural gum tissue and teeth. Properly fitted appliances restore chewing function and facial structure while ensuring comfort through multiple fitting adjustments.
People
Dr Sunny Lathar
Principal Dentist
Qualified in 1987 from Liverpool University, Dr Lathar has led our practice since 1997. He holds postgraduate qualifications in implants and facial aesthetics, with specialist interests in endodontics. His expertise combines technical precision with patient comfort.
Dr Helen Barlow
Principal Dentist
Dr Barlow joined in 1990 after graduating from Liverpool University. She specialises in endodontics with a postgraduate diploma from UCLan. Her approach balances technical excellence with patient education, focusing on long-term oral health outcomes through preventative care strategies.
Dr Richard McIndoe
Associate Dentist
Dr McIndoe graduated from Liverpool University in 2008 and joined our team after South Liverpool practice experience. He pursues an MSc in Restorative Dentistry while delivering comprehensive care, maintaining active Royal College memberships that demonstrate his commitment to professional development.
Dr Stephen Smith
Implant Surgeon
Dr Smith holds multiple specialist qualifications including FDS RCS (Eng.) and MRD RCS. As Eastman Dental Institute teaching staff, he combines academic expertise with clinical practice, performing complex implant and restorative procedures using evidence-based techniques.
Dr Helen Barlow
Principal Dentist
Dr Barlow joined in 1990 after graduating from Liverpool University. She specialises in endodontics with a postgraduate diploma from UCLan. Her approach balances technical excellence with patient education, focusing on long-term oral health outcomes through preventative care strategies.
Questions
What dental specialisms do you offer?
We provide endodontics, implantology, restorative dentistry, and facial aesthetics with specialists holding multiple Royal College qualifications.
Are emergency appointments available?
Yes, we offer same-day emergency dental care with out-of-hours support for urgent cases.
Do you accept NHS patients?
We operate as a private practice but maintain NHS-equivalent standards through our BDA Good Practice accreditation.
What payment options exist?
Denplan payment plans allow budgeting for dental care with optional insurance coverage included.
How do you ensure infection control?
Our cross-infection suite meets gold standard regulations with CQC-compliant sterilisation protocols for all instruments.
Can I get cosmetic treatments?
Yes, we offer teeth whitening, Inman aligners, and clear braces for smile enhancement.
