Shiphay Dental and Torbay Implant Centre
Currently accepting new private patients and dentist referrals
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41 Shiphay Lane, Torquay, TQ2 7DU View on map
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Today - 8:00am to 5:30pm See all opening hours
A warm welcome to our practice
Founded in 1938, our well-established practice has been providing dental care to the local community in Torquay for over 80 years. We provide a comprehensive range of treatments, from general dentistry to dental implants, teeth straightening and cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening.
Our modern practice is wheelchair friendly and we offer both free Wi-Fi and refreshments to keep you relaxed while you wait. We accept referrals from other dentists, and we offer emergency appointments to our existing patients who need to be seen quickly.
Our dental treatments and services
As well as routine check-ups, we offer a wide range of dental treatments and services. We provide restorative care such as dental implants and root canal treatment, and cosmetic services including teeth straightening and teeth whitening. We also offer facial aesthetics, get in touch to find out more.
If you’re a nervous patient, speak to our team about the sedation options we offer.
Prognosis and prevention
We have a 3D imaging scanner to assist us with diagnosis, allowing us to recommend the best treatment possible. We also pride ourselves on preventative measures, with our in-house oral health educator providing patients with guidance on effective oral hygiene.
How to find us
You’ll find us at 41 Shiphay Lane in Torquay, directly opposite the grammar school and a short walk from the hospital. If you’re driving, we have a car park at the Practice with street parking also available nearby. There are also several local buses that stop nearby.
Implants at Shiphay Dental and Torbay Implant Centre
If you have one or more missing teeth, and are looking for high quality, long-lasting and discreet treatment, our clinicians are experienced in placing dental implants. Dental implants can last as long as your natural teeth if you care for them properly. Tailored to your smile, each dental implant is carefully created bespoke to you. Get in touch with us to find out if implants are right for you.
What makes us different?
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Over 30 years' placing dental implants
“I was very nervous but was immediately put at ease by the receptionists. The dentist was very understanding and helpful. I have to go back for further treatment and have no concerns whatsoever.”
“The staff are always so friendly, helpful and kind. I’m a very nervous patient but always feel safe and reassured by the wonderful care I receive on every visit. I cannot recommend Alice and her team, Sue and Louise on reception, highly enough.”
“Felt safe with the COVID-19 rules in place. Staff all friendly and professional as usual. Experience was as good as ever.”
“Friendly and well-informed staff. They answered all my many questions with kindness and reassured me perfectly.”
“I have attended Shiphay Dental for many years and I have always had excellent treatment. They’re friendly and courteous while remaining professional at all times. The receptionists, hygienists and dentists cannot be faulted in my eyes. I am completely satisfied. At this awful time with COVID-19, I still felt safe and secure attending as everything is done to comply with regulations.”
"I like the efficient and friendly staff as well as the very well-kept condition of the whole practice. Even though my husband and I have to travel approximately 30 miles for our appointments, we would not consider changing to a more local practice as Eric, the dentist I see, shows a genuine interest in my dental care. He’s so friendly, he listens, advises and during various treatments I have received, has given excellent quality care. I can’t praise him enough"
"Excellent service at all times from this practice. Strict adherence to all COVID guidelines. Friendly, efficient office and superior professional services. I always feel I’m in the caring hands of extremely skilled and competent practitioners"
"The people there are professional friends whom it is a pleasure to visit. The visits are swift and well managed, yet always feel as though there is nothing more important going on than the care of my health. The equipment there feels as though it is the best available and when, very occasionally I have a "dental emergency", this is invariably handled very quickly and nobody makes me feel as though I am interrupting their busy schedule."
"The knowledge and expertise of the dental surgeon that treats me combined with the professional and friendly atmosphere prevails despite the difficult circumstances everyone is working in."
Shiphay Dental and Torbay Implant Centre
Opening hours*
| Monday | 8:00am - 6:00pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am - 6:00pm |
| Friday | 8:00am - 5:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Bupa Smile Plan
Bupa Smile Plan is a subscription product for routine private dental care including check-ups and hygiene appointments and monitoring X-rays.
How it works
Instead of paying at each appointment, the costs are spread equally across 12 monthly payments.
Why choose Bupa Smile Plan?
Bupa Smile Plan can make your life easier by helping you to:
- Commit to regular dental check-ups and hygiene appointments
- Budget for your regular dental care over the year
- Save with a 10% discount on selected private dental treatments. See our FAQs for a list of which treatments are included
Meet the team
At Shiphay Dental and Torbay Implant Centre, our team applies their skills and expertise to provide you with excellent specialist care.
- Dentists
- Hygienists
- Dental Nurses
- Practice
David Pagliero
David is our in-house oral surgeon, performing surgical procedures including placing dental implants, bone augmentation and surgical extractions. David is also able to offer dental sedation for nervous patients.
Eric Galvao
Eric has a strong interest in endodontics and holds an MSc in the field. He is one of very few dentists in the area to have a dental microscope and receives referrals from all over Torbay for root canal and re-root treatments. He also offers whitening and cosmetic dental treatments.
James Critchley
James has been a member of the Shiphay Dental team since 2022. Originally from Lancaster, he qualified from Manchester University in 2003 and spent the early part of his career in some of the city’s most challenging districts, even undertaking some forensic dental work for Greater Manchester Police.
Read full profileRana Hilmi
Rana joined our practice in 2021 and has a passion for minimally invasive dentistry, including teeth straightening, whitening and composite bonding. Rana aims to create a positive experience for all patients with a kind and empathetic approach to dental care.
Rachel Munson
Rachel qualified as a dental hygienist from the University of Manchester in 1992. She focuses on motivating and educating her patients to improve their oral health, improving their toothbrushing technique and provides advice on oral health products.
Read full profileSue Gooding
Sue qualified as a dental hygienist from Birmingham University in 1979 and has been a familiar face to most of our patients for 30 years. Sue has previously provided hygiene services in hospitals and in the Women’s Royal Naval Service.
Thomas Wardiell
Graduating from Dundee in 2010, Thomas provides our patients with hygiene treatments.
Read full profileEmma Taylor
Emma qualified as a dental nurse in 2001 and joined the practice in 2008. She has completed a postgraduate qualification in Implant Nursing so she can assist with implant placements.
Gemma Fosbrooke
Gemma qualified as a dental nurse in 2005 and joined the practice in November 2016. Gemma has completed a postgraduate qualification in Radiography so that she can assist our dentists with taking X-rays for patients.
Georgina Hutchins
Georgie originally joined the team as a trainee dental nurse in December 2019. She works alongside our clinicians and is always friendly and welcoming to our patients.
Joanna Sykes
Jo qualified as a dental nurse in 1987 and joined the practice in 1994. She has a wealth of experience as a dental nurse but particularly enjoys working on implant cases. She is also trained to assist with dental sedation.
Kristina Kilpatrick
Kristina is a dental nurse at our practice. Her caring nature and knowledge of dentistry makes her a great asset to our team.
Matilda Webb
Carolyn Willis
Carolyn joined the team in October 2017. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in a patient environment having been a receptionist at a large opticians for over 10 years prior to joining us.
Louise Hindley
Louise is our lead receptionist and offers our patients a familiar face, having been at the practice since 2008. She has a wealth of knowledge within the dental industry having qualified as a dental nurse in 1981.
Patricia Roden
Pat worked at our practice many years ago as the practice manager, so she brings great dental and practice knowledge in her role as receptionist.
Portia Radwell
Portia works on our reception and has years of experience working with the public. You may also see Portia in scrubs, as she works within our decontamination room, processing instruments ready for the surgeries.
Victoria Williams
Before becoming our practice manager, Victoria was a dental nurse. Her clinical knowledge is valuable to her role and helps her handle patient enquiries. Victoria also runs our oral health education clinic, giving free dental help and advice to patients.
Branded treatments and services
Clear aligners which gradually straighten your teeth.
A safe and effective way to whiten your smile – either at the practice or at home.
A set of 4 to 6 dental implants replace a whole arch of missing teeth.
Whitening can be an important part of a smile makeover. We always check the suitability of your teeth, as it may not be recommended for some patients with high sensitivity. It’s important to know that we may not be able to treat all of your teeth: whitening can’t alter the colour of fillings, crowns, veneers, for example. Your dentist can explain and suggest any options open to you.
We do understand that some people really struggle with dental treatment. But we have lots of ways to help put you at ease. Please just tell us how you feel and what worries you, and then we can work together to decide on the right approach.
Generally we recommend twice yearly check-ups every six months. However, this varies on a case by case basis. Your Bupa Dental Care dentist will talk to you about when and how often we need to see you.
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*Finance applicant must be aged 18 or over, a UK resident, have a UK bank account and be in permanent employment. All loans are subject to eligibility, status, affordability and a credit check. T&Cs apply. Finance is available on private dental treatments only.
The minimum spend for finance is £250 and the maximum is £50,000. 0% APR representative is available on repayment terms of up to 36 months, subject to minimum and maximum loan values. Finance taken at repayment terms of 48 or 60 months is subject to 7.9% APR representative.
Representative example orthodontics
** Illustration is based on loan value of £2,856, based on a single Invisalign Go 2 Arch. Repayment term 36 months. Interest rate 0% p.a. fixed. 36 monthly repayments of £79.33.
Representative example single dental implant
† Average cost of a single dental implant is approximately £2,958. Illustration is based on loan value of £2,958, repayment term 36 months. Annualised rate of interest (APR representative): 0% APR. 36 monthly repayments of £92.19.
Bupa Dental Care is a trading name of Oasis Dental Care Limited, Vantage Office Park, Bristol, BS16 1GW, whose company registered number is 00478127. Oasis Dental Care Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority FCA registration number 710559. Oasis Dental Care Limited is a credit broker and not a lender.
Finance is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. Registered Office: Novuna House, Thorpe Road, Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, TW18 3HP. Registered in Cardiff under company no. 1630491. The register can be accessed through www.fca.org.
