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Your Trusted Dentist in Wakefield for Comprehensive Dental Care
Crigglestone Dental Care, located in the village of Crigglestone near Wakefield, has been serving patients since 2001 with a commitment to compassionate and advanced dental care. Our small practice ensures personalized attention, with dedicated on-site parking and flexible opening hours including late Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings. We prioritise patient comfort through innovative technologies like the WAND system for painless injections and offer emergency appointments within 24 hours for urgent dental issues. Our team of experienced professionals, including specialists in cosmetic dentistry and implantology, delivers tailored treatments ranging from routine check-ups to complex restorative procedures.We maintain rigorous compliance with health and safety standards, holding certifications from the Care Quality Commission, and provide transparent pricing through Denplan maintenance plans. With a focus on preventative care and patient education, we aim to build long-term relationships while ensuring accessibility for all our clients.
Services
Tooth Coloured Fillings
Tooth Whitening
Cosmetic Teeth Cleaning
Invisible Braces
Dental Implants
Root Treatments
Dentures
Emergency Care
Denplan Maintenance
Children's Dentistry
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour emergency dental appointments for urgent toothache relief.
- Our WAND system ensures painless injections for nervous patients.
- We provide Denplan-certified payment plans for preventative dental care.
- Our team includes specialists in cosmetic dentistry and implantology.
- Flexible opening hours include late evenings and Saturday appointments.
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission
What people say
Warm welcome
Friendly dental team
Painless procedures
Stress-free treatments
Successful cosmetic results
Services
Tooth Coloured Fillings
Tooth Coloured Fillings use composite resin to restore decayed teeth while maintaining natural aesthetics. These fillings bond directly to tooth structure, requiring less removal of healthy enamel. Patients benefit from discreet restorations that blend seamlessly with their smile, suitable for both front and back teeth.
Invisible Braces
SmileTRU invisible braces straighten teeth using custom clear aligners. This removable system gradually repositions teeth without metal brackets, ideal for adults seeking discreet orthodontic treatment. Each aligner is worn for one to two weeks, with treatment typically completing in 6-18 months.
Dental Implants
Dental Implants replace missing teeth with titanium posts fused to the jawbone. These secure crowns, bridges or dentures permanently, restoring full functionality. With proper care, implants can last a lifetime, requiring the same maintenance as natural teeth.
Root Treatments
Root Treatments remove infected pulp from tooth interiors to save damaged teeth. The procedure involves cleaning root canals and sealing them to prevent reinfection. Most treated teeth require crowns for structural protection, with success rates exceeding 90% when properly restored.
Cosmetic Teeth Cleaning
Cosmetic Teeth Cleaning uses air-polishing technology to remove surface stains. This non-abrasive method effectively cleans enamel and implants using compressed air, water, and fine powder. Treatments take 15-30 minutes, with immediate results visible after single sessions.
People
Dr Tej Mellachervu
Principal Dental Surgeon
Graduated from Leeds University in 2001, specialising in cosmetic dentistry and nervous patient care. Holds GDC registration 79566 and leads implant treatments at the practice.
Dr Rebekah
Dentist
Qualified from Barts and The London in 2017, offering general dentistry and facial aesthetics. GDC registered (272211) with special interest in patient comfort and weekend baking enthusiast.
Mrs Lavanya Mellachervu
Practice Manager
Manages practice operations since 2001, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Member of ADAM with interests in fitness instruction and community engagement.
Sarah MacNeil
Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygiene Therapist (GDC 124997) specialising in preventative care and periodontal treatments. Provides tailored oral hygiene advice to patients of all ages.
Juliet Topham
Dental Receptionist
Front-of-house coordinator available Mondays to Wednesdays, managing appointments and patient inquiries with over 15 years' experience in dental administration.
Questions
Do you offer emergency dental appointments?
Yes, we provide emergency appointments within 24 hours for urgent dental issues like toothache or dental trauma.
What payment plans are available?
We offer Denplan maintenance plans covering check-ups, hygiene visits, and x-rays with monthly budget-friendly payments.
Are invisible braces suitable for adults?
Yes, SmileTRU clear aligners are specifically designed for adult patients seeking discreet orthodontic treatment.
How do I clean dental implants?
Clean implants daily with a soft toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste, using interdental brushes for hard-to-reach areas.
Can tooth whitening damage enamel?
Our professional whitening system uses pH-neutral gels that won't harm enamel when used as directed by our dentists.
What's the WAND injection system?
The WAND delivers computer-controlled anaesthesia for painless injections, with 89% of patients reporting no sensation during treatment.
