"Dear, Dr Patel- I would like to thank you for your skill and professionalism as you assured me I wouldnt feel any pain. You were right, I didn't! I would also like to thank you and Emma for your sensitivity to my fears and your care and concern and especially your reassurance. I have never written to thank a dentist before, but on this occasion I felt the level of care was so good that I had to write to express my gratitude".

P.Hargreaves

"I have never been so relaxed and felt safe when I came to the dentist. She was so nice and I felt so calm it was unbelievebale. In all the years I have been coming to the dentists I have never felt so good about it. Thankyou so much!"

J. Cooper

"Absolutely brilliant! Robert Hartley was good but Dee is even better! Well done. Keep up the good work and congratulations on a lovely looking practice suite".

M and B.Strange

"As a person who is a little scared of dentist visits, having any work done on my teeth fills me with dread!! However had the best experience having a filling. I was offered the choice of TV or radio whilst my treatment was being done and was able to catch up on Eastenders - just fab!

S Hobday

"Staff were very welcoming and helpful and the treatment give was very efficient. We cant fault our new dentist!"

Mr & Mrs K. Clayton

"Dee is a real blessing!"

Mrs B Cook

"Dear Dee, I wanted to write to express my sincere appreciation to you and your team (Emma and Ashleigh) for the amazing completion of my smile makeover. This will have been the third occasion I will have had 6 front teeth crowned and/or veneered, the first two occasions being the most traumatic events in my life - hence my nervousness. Your professionalism gave me complete confidence in your ability and your gentle manner took away the nerves. Having had many treatments over the last 2 months - pleased to say that I have come out of the other end SMILING!" Kindest regards to all

C.R

"Dear Dr Patel,

I am just writing this short note to say thank you to both yourself and your dental nurse. On Friday 30th April you extracted a front tooth for me. I was really frightened and got very worked up about it.

I would like to thank you for your professionalism as you assured me I wouldn't feel any pain. You were right - I didn't.

I would also like to thank you both for your sensitivity to my fears and you care and concern and especially your reassurance. You helped calm me down.

Whilst obviously I cannot say it was a pleasant experience, I really appreciated the way you dealt with the whole procedure.

I have never written to thank a dentist before, but on this occasion I felt the level of care was so good that I had to write to express my gratitude.

Thank you"

P.H

"I have always been scared of the dentist but I always come for my check ups. I have been put at ease and I am not as apprehensive as I was. I like the modern surroundings which are relaxing. I would recommend this dentist to anyone!"

K.S

"As a person who is a little scared of dentist visits, having any work done on my teeth fills me with dread! However had the best experience having a filling - I was offered the choice of TV or radio whilst my treatment was being done and was able to catch up on Eastenders. Just fab!"

S.H

"Thanks Dee for another painless and 'enjoyable' visit. I can't believe I've just said enjoyable!!! But true.

Well done on the practice too. It's really FAB!"

A.F

"Dear Dr Patel,

My previous dentist said they were not prepared to do anything with my teeth with regards to whiteness and crown replacements.

You came highly recommended and it was the best decision I have ever made. The whole process was completely painless and the quality of care received was second to none.

Dee explained everything to me in plain English through every step, whilst being the most gentle of dentists imaginable.

I now have a smile to be proud of thanks to you all, and I look forward on anticipation to my next visit to Shine Dental.

Best Regards

L.S

"I was a little apprehensive when I first saw Dee after being used to the same dentist for years. As the treatment I required was to have root canal treatment and a new crown I admit I was quite scared. However Dee made me feel so relaxed and she explained in full to me each stage of the treatment. After 3 visits I now have my new crown (which I have to say looks lovely) and I feel I have known her for years. Thankyou so much for your care during each of my visits and for making me feel so relaxed and comfortable".

G.Chadwick

"I have to say I was a little apprehensive coming to see the new dentist that had just taken over however Dr Patel made me feel so comfortable, it felt like I had been coming to her for years. The practice now looks amazing and no longer feels llike you are going to the dentist. Will be highly recommended!"

V.Marr

"Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and wonderful treatment! I will certainley recommend to anyone needing a new dentist!"

Mrs Mayes

I don't usually like dentist's - but this time I'm really excited to be here!

S.Ali

"To say we have 'enjoyed' coming to the dentist - but its true! Its so good to have everything explained and to have Dee explain it in such a way that we can actually understand it. We love her manner, she makes us feel extremely comfortable and so too does Emma and Ashleigh."

B.B

"What a delightful makeover to the surgery! I am very impressed! There is a pleasant atmosphere. I used to be very nervous, but I am now much more relaxed. Dee is so gentle!"

J.M

"I am put at my ease as soon as I enter the practice. My trust in Dee is beyond measure. I actually enjoy coming to the dentist, because I have so much confidence in Dee. The work she has done on me is the best I have ever had. I cannot recommend her enough!"

B.C

"Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and wonderful treatment. I will certainly recommend to anyone needing a new dentist."

L.M

"I knew I needed a dental check up but had been put off going, due to previous visits with uncaring, overzelose dentists who appeared less interested in making me feel relaxed and more interested in getting the job done and moving on to the next patient.

So my first visit to Shine Dental practice was just like any other, full of dread and fear of what I would have to endure.

The reception area was very modern and had a lovely aroma of candles instead of the usual antiseptic smell that most dentists have, this accompanied by a very friendly and chatty receptionist instantly made me feel at ease.

The dental nurse called me into the treatment room and my fear slowly crept back in, I'm glad to say not for long.

After a few visits with the wonderful Dee and her team I'm glad to say I'm almost cured of my dental phobia.

We are due to emigrate later this year to the US and I hope I find another dentist with the same attitude.

I can truly say it was a pleasant experience and my teeth look and feel wonderful.

In summary:

Relaxed, friendly atmosphere, excellent staff and a truly wonderful dentist with a gift to relax and put people at ease.

Thank you so much, Shine Dental. Please move to the US!

F.W