Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions our patients ask most often. If you cannot find what you are looking for, call us on 0141 248 1183 or message us on WhatsApp on 07761 066850.

Booking and visiting

How do I book an appointment?

You can book online, call 0141 248 1183 or message us on WhatsApp on 07761 066850. Free consultations for implants, Invisalign and cosmetic treatment can be booked online with a refundable deposit.

What are your opening hours?

Monday 9am to 5pm, Tuesday 9am to 5:30pm, Wednesday 9am to 6pm, Thursday 9am to 8pm and Friday 9am to 5pm. We are closed at weekends.

Where are you and is there parking?

We are at 23c St Vincent Crescent, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8LH, around the corner from Exhibition Centre station. Pay-and-display parking is available outside the practice.

Is the practice accessible?

Yes. We are on the ground floor with step-free access, an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities.

NHS and costs

Do you take NHS patients?

Children are seen on the NHS with no waiting list. NHS places for adults are limited, so adults can join our waiting list by requesting a call back.

Are consultations free?

Yes. Consultations for dental implants, Invisalign, composite bonding and smile makeovers are free, with a small refundable deposit to secure the appointment.

Do you offer finance?

Yes. Finance is available on treatments such as implants, Invisalign and smile makeovers, subject to status.

Do you have a dental plan?

Yes. Our membership plans are administered by Ident and spread the cost of routine care into a monthly payment, with access to out-of-hours emergency cover.

Treatments

Do you place dental implants on site?

Yes. Implants are planned with our on-site CT scanner and placed using MegaGen R2 guided surgery. Implant treatment comes with a 5-year guarantee (smokers excluded).

Are you an Invisalign provider?

Yes. St Vincent Smile has been an Invisalign Diamond Apex Provider every year from 2022 to 2026, placing us in the top 1% of providers in Europe.

What is composite bonding?

Composite bonding uses tooth-coloured resin to reshape, lengthen or repair teeth, usually without drilling healthy tooth. It can close gaps and improve chips and uneven edges in a single visit.

Do you offer teeth whitening?

Yes. We provide Boutique whitening, a professional at-home system using custom-fitted trays made from a scan of your teeth.

Emergencies and referrals

What should I do in a dental emergency?

Call 0141 248 1183 as early in the day as possible and we will arrange the earliest available appointment. Membership plan patients have out-of-hours cover through their plan.

Can I refer myself for a CT scan?

Patients can self-refer for most treatments, but radiographic imaging such as a CT scan needs a referral from a practitioner or a consultation with us first. CT results are returned to referring dentists within 48 hours as DICOM files.

Treatment guides

For detailed guides, see our pages on Dental Implants, Invisalign, Composite Bonding and General Dentistry.