Retirement of Carole Parker
We are very sad to have to share with patients that Carole Parker has decided to retire at the end of January 2024. Carole has worked as a dentist in the local area since qualifying more than 40 years ago, initially running her own successful Practice in nearby Bamford and then, more recently, the last 7 years working with us at Diamond Court.
Carole’s dedication to her patients is second to none and her kind and friendly nature will be sorely missed. We are sure that all patients would like to join the staff at Diamond Court in wishing Carole a well-deserved retirement and all the very best for the future.
Carole has been carefully planning her retirement over the last 12 months and all of Carole’s patients have been moved on to the lists of one of our other existing dentists. If any patient is unsure who their new dentist will be or, if there is anything we can do to help with this transition, then please feel free to speak to one of our reception team.
Once again congratulations to Carole on a wonderful career!
Christmas Opening Hours 2023
We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our patients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Below are our modified opening hours during the festive period –
- Friday 22nd December – NORMAL WORKING HOURS (8.15am – 5pm)
- Saturday 23rd December – CLOSED
- Sunday 24th December – CLOSED
- CHRISTMAS DAY – CLOSED
- BOXING DAY – CLOSED
- Wednesday 27th December: 9am – 4pm
- Thursday 28th December: 9am – 4pm
- Friday 29th December: 9am – 4pm
- Saturday 30th December – CLOSED
- Sunday 31st December – CLOSED
- NEW YEARS DAY – CLOSED
- Tuesday 2nd January: NORMAL WORKING HOURS (8.15am – 5pm)
Private and Denplan patients who require out-of-hours emergency treatment or advice should contact the Practice on (01629) 812991 and listen to the instructions on our answerphone.
NHS patients requiring out-of-hours emergency dental care should contact NHS 111 for further advice.
PRACTICE CLOSED – 21st October 2023
Due to the dangerous driving conditions and flooding of numerous roads in the local area, the Practice will be closed on Saturday 21st October.
The weather is forecasted to improve during the weekend so we plan to open as normal on Monday morning.
10th March – SNOW UPDATE
Due to the overnight snow and dangerous travelling conditions, the Practice will be closed until at least 10am this morning when we will reassess whether it is safe to open for the rest of the day. We will be in touch with any patients who need to have their appointments re-arranged. We would be most grateful if patients could contact the Practice directly if they need to cancel their appointments.
Easter 2023 Opening Hours
Below are our modified opening hours during the Easter period –
- Thursday 6th April – NORMAL WORKING HOURS (8.15am – 5pm)
- Good Friday (7th April) – CLOSED
- Saturday 8th April – CLOSED
- Sunday 9th April – CLOSED
- Monday 10th April (BANK HOLIDAY) – CLOSED
- Tuesday 11th April: NORMAL WORKING HOURS (8.15am – 5pm)
Private and Denplan patients who require out-of-hours emergency treatment or advice should contact the Practice on (01629) 812991 and listen to the instructions on our answerphone.
NHS patients requiring out-of-hours emergency dental care should contact NHS 111 for further advice.
Patient survey results – 2023 Q1
We carry out regular patient surveys to enable us to improve the running of the practice and the way we deliver patient care. Thank you to all patients who have contributed to our most recent survey – the results of this survey can be accessed here.
Our current patient survey remains active and can be accessed here.
Christmas Opening Hours 2022
We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our patients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Below are our modified opening hours during the festive period –
- Friday 23th December – NORMAL WORKING HOURS (8.15am – 5pm)
- Christmas Eve – CLOSED
- Christmas Day – CLOSED
- Boxing Day – CLOSED
- Tuesday 27th December (BANK HOLIDAY) – CLOSED
- Wednesday 28th December: 9am – 4pm
- Thursday 29th December: 9am – 4pm
- Friday 30st December: 9am – 4pm
- Saturday 31st December – CLOSED
- Sunday 1st January – CLOSED
- Monday 2nd January (BANK HOLIDAY) – CLOSED
- Tuesday 3rd January: NORMAL WORKING HOURS (8.15am – 5pm)
Private and Denplan patients who require out-of-hours emergency treatment or advice should contact the Practice on (01629) 812991 and listen to the instructions on our answerphone.
NHS patients requiring out-of-hours emergency dental care should contact NHS 111 for further advice.
Practice closure on Monday 19th September
Everyone at the Practice was deeply saddened by the death of Queen Elizabeth II. As a mark of respect, the Practice will be closed on Monday 19th September 2022 for the Queen’s Funeral.
Out-of-hours emergency treatment and advice will be available to Denplan and Private patients – this can be accessed by contacting the Practice on (01629) 812991 and following the instructions on our answerphone.
NHS patients requiring out-of-hours emergency dental care should contact NHS 111 for further advice.
New facemask guidelines
NHS England have issued new guidelines and advised that patients are no longer required to wear facemasks when attending dental practices.
We would kindly remind patients that they should continue to contact the Practice for further instructions if they are displaying symptoms of a respiratory illness, such as a new cough or high temperature, prior to their dental appointment.
Job Vacancy – Dental Nurse
We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic person to join our friendly team of dental nurses.
Apprentice, trainee or experienced will be considered.
Full training would be given for trainees. Training would include weekly visits to Charles Clifford Dental Hospital and will lead to an approved GDC qualification.
Hours/days negotiable, will involve occasional Saturday mornings.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check before starting.
A dental nurse is an essential part of the team, helping to ensure the patient is well cared for from the very start of their journey through to the end.
Responsibilities will include the following –
- Assisting the clinicians with a variety of treatments
- Preparing materials and ensuring equipment is readily available
- Decontamination of instruments, working within strict cross infection procedures
- Computerised note taking
- Stock control and audits
We require you to be –
- Reliable and motivated
- Well organised and presented
- A good communicator
- Customer service focused
- A team player
- Able to work under pressure
Any interested parties should send a CV and a covering letter by e-mail to [email protected] .
