Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dental Care in Sudbury
Established in 1945, The Friars Street Dental Practice has served Sudbury and surrounding areas for 80 years, building a reputation for clinical excellence and patient-centred care. Our experienced team delivers comprehensive dental services for all ages, combining traditional values with modern technology to ensure optimal oral health. We specialise in general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, and implantology, with a particular focus on treating nervous patients through compassionate, personalised care.As one of the region's oldest practices, we maintain strong community ties while continuously updating our skills and techniques to meet evolving patient needs. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Denplan accreditation and investment in advanced dental technologies, ensuring long-term solutions that preserve both function and aesthetics.
Services
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Orthodontics
Veneers
Crowns
Bridges
Nervous Patient Care
Emergency Dentistry
Family Dental Care
Cosmetic Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We have 80 years of continuous dental service in Sudbury
- Our team includes specialists in nervous patient care
- We offer Denplan payment schemes for predictable costs
- Emergency dental services available after hours
- Comprehensive family dental care under one roof
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions that look and function like natural teeth. This treatment prevents bone loss while restoring chewing functionality and confidence in your smile. Suitable for most adults, implants offer long-term value compared to traditional dentures or bridges.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening removes stains caused by food, drink, and aging using hydrogen peroxide gel treatments. Available as in-surgery or home kits, our tailored approach safely lightens teeth by multiple shades while maintaining enamel integrity for a healthier-looking smile.
Crowns
Crowns restore damaged or weakened teeth with durable porcelain or metal-ceramic restorations. These custom-fitted caps protect compromised teeth while maintaining natural aesthetics, particularly beneficial for back teeth requiring strength and front teeth needing cosmetic improvement.
Orthodontics
Modern orthodontic treatments correct misaligned teeth and bites using metal or invisible braces. This improves both dental function and appearance while making oral hygiene easier, benefiting patients of all ages seeking improved smile aesthetics and oral health.
Nervous Patient Care
Specialist care for anxious patients combines gentle techniques with sedation options. Our experienced team creates comfortable environments to help patients overcome dental fears through gradual treatment approaches and compassionate communication.
People
Dr Tara Barry
Dentist
Qualified from Guys Dental Hospital in 2007 with academic excellence. Holds postgraduate qualifications in conscious sedation and medical education. Specialises in treating nervous patients with a calm, reassuring approach.
Dr Atif Waheed
Principal Dentist
Qualified in 2001, joining the practice in 2005 and becoming Principal Dentist in 2006. Specialises in cosmetic dentistry and anxious patient care, with interests in cricket and music.
Dr Yasmeen Awoye
Dentist
Experienced dental professional providing comprehensive care with particular attention to patient comfort and long-term oral health maintenance.
Dr Hassan Taqvi
Oral Surgeon
Specialist in surgical dental procedures including extractions and implant placement, supporting complex restorative treatments.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, dental implants, orthodontics, and emergency care for all ages.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients of all ages in Sudbury and surrounding areas.
Do you offer emergency dental care?
Yes, we provide emergency treatment for registered patients outside normal hours.
What payment options are available?
We offer Denplan payment plans and accept various financing arrangements for dental treatments.
How can I book an appointment?
Contact us via phone at 01787 372401 or use our online contact form to schedule visits.
