Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Dental Care in Carlisle
Spedding Dental Clinic, founded in 2000 by Ali and Jack Spedding, is an independent family-owned dental practice located in Carlisle City Centre. We have provided high-quality dentistry for over 25 years, combining modern technology with a friendly, patient-centred approach. Our experienced team includes nine dentists and 16 support staff, offering comprehensive general and specialist dental services.We pride ourselves on maintaining long-term relationships with patients and dental professionals alike, evidenced by our Denplan Excel accreditation and local award for Best Professional Services Team. Our mission remains to deliver exceptional dental care in a welcoming environment that prioritises both clinical excellence and patient comfort.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
Orthodontics
Oral Surgery
Complex Root Canal Treatments
Advanced Dentures
NHS Children's Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 25+ years providing dental care in Carlisle
- Team of 9 dentists and 16 experienced staff
- Denplan Excel accredited practice
- Advanced technology including digital radiography
- Same-day emergency appointments available
Associations and certifications
- Denplan Excel
What people say
Professional and personal
Clean and professional
Comfortable and friendly
Not painful treatment
Excellent emergency care
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services enhance smiles through tooth whitening, straightening, and restoration. We use advanced techniques to address discolouration, misalignment, and damaged teeth. Patients benefit from improved confidence and oral functionality through tailored treatment plans.
Dental Implants
We offer comprehensive dental implant solutions for missing teeth, including surgical placement and restoration. With over 16 years of experience, our specialists provide durable, natural-looking replacements using cutting-edge technology for precise fit and aesthetics.
Orthodontics
Our orthodontic treatments address crowded and misaligned teeth for patients of all ages. Consultant Orthodontist Sally Walker provides traditional and discreet options, offering the least invasive solutions to improve dental alignment and bite functionality.
Oral Surgery
Specialist oral surgery services include impacted wisdom tooth removal and other procedures usually requiring hospital settings. Consultant Gary Bell delivers expert surgical care with over 20 years' experience, ensuring safe, effective treatment in our practice environment.
Complex Root Canal Treatments
Our advanced root canal treatments utilise microscopes for precision in difficult cases. Three specially qualified dentists provide this service, focusing on saving damaged teeth through meticulous cleaning and sealing of infected root canals using state-of-the-art techniques.
People
Jack Spedding
Dental Implants & Practice Partner
With over 16 years' experience in implant dentistry, Jack holds an MSc in Dental Implantology. He manages 400+ annual implant referrals while overseeing the practice's strategic direction.
Alison Spedding
Practice Partner
A qualified dentist since 1993, Alison co-owns and manages the practice operations. She contributes extensive clinical expertise and ensures service quality standards are maintained.
Michael King
Advanced Dentures & Dental Disorders
Specialising in restorative dentistry, Michael creates precision dentures and manages dental-related conditions. With an MSc in Restorative Dentistry, he provides solutions for migraines, grinding, and tooth wear.
Sally Walker
Orthodontics
A consultant orthodontist since 2012, Sally offers comprehensive teeth straightening solutions. Her specialist qualifications ensure effective, minimally invasive treatment for patients seeking improved dental alignment.
Gary Bell
Oral Surgery
With specialist oral surgery training and over 20 years' experience, Gary performs complex extractions and surgical procedures. He maintains hospital-level standards while delivering treatment in the practice setting.
Questions
Do you offer emergency dental appointments?
Yes, we provide same-day emergency appointments for registered patients and urgent care through our out-of-hours service.
What specialist services are available?
We offer orthodontics, oral surgery, dental implants, complex root canal treatments, and management of dental-related conditions in-house.
Are there payment plans for treatments?
Private patients pay per item at treatment time. Emergency care fees apply as specified, with no ongoing payment plans described.
What denture options are available?
Michael King provides all latest denture techniques, creating aesthetically pleasing, functional prosthetics tailored to individual requirements.
How do you handle dental anxiety?
We offer supportive care and specific services to help anxious patients, focusing on comfortable, pain-free treatment experiences.
Can non-registered patients access services?
Yes - through self-referral or dentist referral, particularly for specialist treatments like implants and orthodontics.
