Your dentist in the heart of Edinburgh
Welcome to Newkirkgate Dental Care
An Edinburgh Dental Practice That Actually Cares
We’ve been looking after teeth in Leith for years, from the NHS check-up for a nervous first-timer to dental implants for someone who’s been putting it off far too long. We’re right here in Newkirkgate Shopping Centre, next to Boots, and we’re not going anywhere.
Nine dentists. NHS and private care. A team trained to work with anxious patients. And 351+ Google reviews you can read for yourself before you ever pick up the phone.
Phobia Friendly
Nervous about the dentist? Good, you're in the right place. We take things at your pace.
Same-Day Emergencies
Painful tooth? We hold emergency slots back every single day. Ring us first thing.
NHS & Private
Both under one roof. Being an NHS patient here means you get the same care as everyone else.
Open on Saturdays
9am to 3pm every Saturday, for patients who can’t always make it during the week.
- Fotis Bousis, Principal Dentist
Trusted by Hundreds Across Edinburgh
We don’t ask you to take our word for it.
Everything under one roof
From your six-monthly NHS check-up to dental implants, Invisalign and facial aesthetics, we’ve got you covered.
NHS Check-Ups & Preventative Care
Free for all NHS patients. A thorough examination, X-rays when needed, and an honest conversation about your teeth. No upselling, no pressure.
Same-Day Emergency Dentist
Toothache, broken tooth, lost crown. We hold emergency slots back every day. Call 0131 554 3509 and we’ll get you seen today.
Dental Implants Edinburgh
A permanent replacement for a missing tooth. Our principal dentist Fotis Bousis has a Masters degree in implant dentistry from London. Free consultation available.
Teeth Whitening Edinburgh
Custom Boutique Whitening trays, professionally fitted and made to work with your teeth. A few weeks at home and the results are genuinely braw.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Clear removable aligners that straighten your teeth without fixed braces. Discreet, comfortable, and we offer patient finance to spread the cost. Free consultation.
Facial Aesthetics Edinburgh
Anti-wrinkle injections and hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, including lip enhancement, from dentists with a thorough knowledge of facial anatomy. Safe and precise results.
A practice Edinburgh can rely on
We’re not the flashiest dental practice in Edinburgh. We’re the one with nine dentists, hundreds of five-star reviews, and a team that turns up every day because they genuinely care about the people in this community.
NHS and private care both delivered to the same high standard
Phobia-friendly team. Every clinician trained to work with nervous patients
Masters-trained implant dentistry from principal dentist Fotis Bousis
Walk-in visible location inside a busy shopping centre, easy to find
Open Saturdays 9am to 3pm, for patients who can’t always make it during the week
Patient finance and membership plans to make private care more affordable
Spread the cost of your care
Private dental treatment is an investment and we understand it’s not always easy to pay for everything upfront. That’s why we offer two ways to make it more manageable.
Through Medenta, we offer interest-free and low-cost finance with fixed monthly payments, a straightforward application and no early repayment penalty. Through our DPAS membership plan, you get your preventative care covered and a discount on everything else, from as little as £21.50 a month.
We’ll always walk you through every option before anything starts. There are no surprises here.
Membership Plan
Powered by DPAS-
2 oral health assessments per year
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Hygiene appointments included
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All routine radiographs included
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Oral cancer screening every visit
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10% off all standard private treatments
Registering With Us Is Simple
We’re accepting new NHS patients right now, adults, children, nervous patients, and everyone in between. Getting registered takes just a few minutes online, and once you’re with us, you’re with us for the long haul.
- Free NHS check-ups every 12 months
- Same-day emergency slots held back every day
- Open Monday to Friday, plus Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm
- A team that actually listens
We’re right here in Newkirkgate Shopping Centre on Great Junction Street, next to Boots. Whether you’re new to Leith or you’ve just been putting it off, there’s no better time to get sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Newkirkgate Dental
We’re friendly, if your question isn’t here, just give us a ring on 0131 554 3509.
Yes. We’re contracted through NHS Lothian and we’re currently welcoming new NHS patients of all ages. You can register online through the booking link above, or simply give us a call on 0131 554 3509 and we’ll get you set up.
Yes — NHS dental examinations are free for all registered patients in Scotland. If you’re under 26, all of your NHS dental treatment is completely free, thanks to the Scottish Government’s age exemption.
Yes. We see both registered and non-registered patients for emergency care. Call us on 0131 554 3509 and we’ll do everything we can to get you seen the same day.
Yes. We offer patient finance through Medenta, including interest-free options, as well as a DPAS monthly membership plan starting from £21.50 a month. We’ll always explain all your options clearly before any treatment begins.
Absolutely. We hear this all the time. Our whole team is trained to work with nervous and phobic patients, and we take things entirely at your pace. Many of our most loyal patients arrived dreading their first appointment. You’re in safe hands.
We’re open Saturdays from 9:00am to 3:00pm, which means you can get seen without taking time off work. We’re closed on Sundays.
Opening Hours:
| Monday | 8:30am – 5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am – 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am – 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am – 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am – 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting Here
We’re a short walk from Leith Walk and the buses along Great Junction Street. Street parking is available nearby. Look for Boots and Specsavers, and we’re right there. We serve patients from Leith, Newhaven, Trinity, Granton, Pilrig, Bonnington, Inverleith and across Edinburgh.
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