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General
If you are a new patient we would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to our practice.
The Practice
There are 2 dentists at this dental practice: Dr. (Mrs) Minal Thanki(BDS, Birmingham) and Dr. Kumar Thanki(BDS, London). Healthy Smiles is a Private Dental Practice.
Dental Care
It is our practice philosophy to promote dental health at all times. Therefore we recommend regular check-ups. Practice Philosophy : Prevention is better than cure.
Referrals
Any patient requiring/requesting specialist treatment is referred. We accept referrals for root canal treatment.
Referral Services
In addition to routine treatment, the practice offers:
Root Canal referral: We are a referral center for root canals. Dr. Kumar Thanki has a special interest in root canals and will see you as a referred patient. AS A REFERRED PATIENT YOU ARE ONLY EVER SEEN SPECIFICALLY FOR THE INSTRUCTION OF YOUR REFERRING DENTIST. Dr. Kumar Thanki is not a specialist in this field. We also provide Dental Implantology Services.
Foreign Languages
In addition to English, languages spoken at this practice include: Hindi and Gujarati.
Treatment and Charges
You will be given a written estimate for charges before any treatment is carried out. All charges are due in advance and there is a refund for treatments which is not carried out. Same day emergency appointments are normally charged. Price list is available on request to collect from reception and is also displayed on the web site under the Fees and Billing page.
Payment Methods
You may pay using credit and debit cards or cash or cheque. Full Payment is due before treatment commences. Cheque payments are not accepted for emergency procedures.
Cosmetic Dentistry
If any aspect of your dental appearance concerns you, no matter how trivial it may seem, please discuss it with us.
Anxious?
Some people have a deeply seated anxiety about dentistry. Please discuss it with us. We provide sedation for routine dental work.
Emergency Service
If you are in pain during surgery hours please call us as early as possible. We will do all we can to fit you in. A same day appointment charge will normally apply. Outside surgery hours please call our emergency number
Appointments
We always try to see patients at the appointed times. If you are kept waiting, there is usually a good reason, so please be patient. Please give us 24 hours notice to cancel appointments this will enable us to offer the slot to another patient.
Protection
As a caring practice we take all necessary precautions to protect patients and staff against blood-borne infections such as Hepatitis and Aids. We follow recommended guidelines with relation to sterilisation and the use of disposable items.
Facilities for the Disabled
We have a ground floor surgery, which is suitable for the disabled. There is however a small step leading to the surgery and therefore it may not be suitable for the severely disabled
Prevention
Children are always welcome however young they are. We aim to prevent dental disease rather than treat it at a later date
Car Parking
The practice has its own car park at the back of the property. Car park is accessed by the first gate on Toddington Road. There is also a convenient pay and display on Toddington Road. Please feel free to use our car park. The car park is for the patient’s use entirely at the car drivers/owners own risk.
Our Aim
We hope our surgeries have been equipped to create a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere in which to treat you. It is our aim to carry out your dental treatment efficiently and safely. We aim to earn the confidence of each and every client on each and every occasion. We are always happy to hear your comments.