Award Winning Dentists In Bournemouth & Poole

Winner: ‘Practice of the Year’ 2025 – South West & Wales

  • Award winning
  • Over 145 years experience
  • 0% Finance options
  • Warm & welcoming approach
  • Flexible payment plans
  • Patient Parking

Welcome to Dentistry on the Grove

We put patient care and the highest standards at the centre of everything we do. It is very important to us that you feel comfortable, fully informed and valued at all times.

Established in 2010, we relocated to our new state-of-the-art premises in Southbourne in 2023, so that we could provide a wide range of dental treatments including general and cosmetic dentistry, advanced implant, root canal and gum treatments.

Comfortable, fully informed and valued.

Our team of experienced dentists and hygienists is dedicated to providing you with quality, long-lasting dental solutions. We have the capability and resources in-house, including 3d technology, to provide a comprehensive range of general, cosmetic and implant dentistry. We want your dentistry to be painless and the time you spend with us to be relaxing and comfortable.

Practice of the Year

We’re thrilled to share that Dentistry on the Grove won Practice of the Year at the Private Dentistry Awards 2025!

These awards are testament to the skill, passion and commitment of our entire team. Our goal has always been to provide exceptional dentistry in a calm and friendly environment where every patient is treated with warmth, respect and personalised attention. We’re also proud to have won a second award, ‘Highly Commended’ in the prestigious ‘Patient Care’ category.

Our Results

Explore our portfolio of dental transformations below to see the exceptional results and renewed confidence we consistently deliver to our patients.

Our Dental Treatments

Discover our premium general and advanced dental treatments tailored to your unique needs.

Hygienist Appointments

Regular hygienist appointments to maintain your beautiful smile over the long term

New Patients

We're registering New Patients - whether you're looking for cosmetic or general dentistry, dental implants or specialist root canal or gum treatment we've got you covered

Dental Implants

Restore your smile by replacing missing teeth with Implants

Fillings

Restore decayed teeth with premium white fillings that match the colour of your own teeth

Teeth Whitening

The easy way to improve and brighten your smile with Boutique Whitening

Invisalign Teeth Straightening

The virtually invisible way to straighten teeth

Composite Bonding

Transforming the shape and appearance of your smile by bonding composite resin to the surfaces of your teeth

Dental Veneers

Transform your smile with beautiful porcelain veneers

Dental Check-Ups

Routine dental visits to spot any problems early and discuss any dental questions you have

Not sure what treatments you need?

Talk to our experienced and caring dental team and we’d be glad to help you discover what works best for you and your oral health. We’ll discuss options for treatments and ongoing care plans.

Our Team are Award Winning & Ready to Help

Talk with our experienced and caring team. We’d be glad to help you discover what works best for you and your oral health. We’ll discuss options for treatments and ongoing care plans.

3000 +

Smiles

We've brought a smile to many a patient's face!

90%

Patient retention

Our satisfied patients return to us year after year

7

Qualified Dentists

Our dental team covers a wide array of dental disciplines including advanced dental treatments

145 +

Years of Experience

That's how many years of dental experience we have under one roof

Our Team

We're delighted to introduce you to the members of our dedicated dental team. All members of the team from the dentists and hygienists to the nurses and receptionists are dedicated to providing long-lasting, quality dentistry and exceptional patient care.

Dr Tim Doyle

Principal Dentist

Principal Dentist and Clinical Director at Dentistry on the Grove. Tim grew up in the New Forest and has 25 years experience and qualified from the Royal London Hospital. He established Shelley Manor in 2010 and relocated the clinic to Dentistry on the Grove in 2023.

Read bio

Dr Tracey Lightfoot

General Dentist

A very skilled general dentist with over 30 years experience. Tracey grew up in Bournemouth and qualified from Guy's Dental Hospital in London. After a few years working in oral surgery in hospital, Tracey moved into general dentistry which she enjoys greatly

Read bio

Dr Amy Baers

General & Cosmetic Dentist

Amy grew up in Bournemouth and graduated from the University of Bristol in 2016. Amy enjoys all aspects of general dentistry but has a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign

Read bio

Dr Mike Wiktor

General & Implant Dentist

Mike grew up in the USA and graduated from Wroclow University in Poland in 2009. He has undertaken many years further training. A calm dentist who particularly enjoys restoring people's smile & chewing function with Implants.

Read bio

Dr Sara Vargova

General Dentist wSI Periodontics (Gums)

Sara grew up in Slovakia and graduated in 2014. She has a special interest in Periodontics and treats Gum Disease, taking Referrals from external practices.

Read bio

Dr Philip McCauley

Oral Surgeon & Implant Dentist

Visiting oral surgeon, Philip graduated from Queen's University in Belfast and has over 25 years experience in oral surgery. He has placed thousands of implants and lectures local dentists on implant placement and restoration

Read bio

Dr Nikos Louskos

Dentist wSI Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)

Nikos graduated in Athens in 2005 and did post graduate studies in London in Endodontics. He treats complex root canal cases at Dentistry on the Grove and takes external referrals

Read bio

Sheelam Chaudhary

Dental Hygienist

Working as a very skilled dental hygienist in Dentistry on the Grove since 2023, Sheelam originally qualified as a dentist in India. She has a passion for seeing improvements in her patients' gums.

Read bio

Jodie Rutter

Dental Hygienist

Jodie is a skilled and caring dental hygienist who graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2024

Read bio

Lara Zancheta

Dental Hygienist

Working as an experienced dental hygienist at Dentistry on the Grove, Lara graduated as a dentist in Brazil and is popular with her patients

Read bio

Jusztina Hagymasi

Dental Nurse & Clinical Manager

Jusztina grew up in Hungary and has been working with as a Dental Nurse with us since 2019. She became Clinical Manager in 2026

Read bio

Ela Lisowiec

Dental Nurse

Ela grew up in Poland and is a very calm, experienced dental nurse

Read bio

Ellie Rees

Dental Nurse

Ellie grew up in London and is a very experienced dental nurse who is qualified to take dental OPG & CBCT scans

Read bio

Ausra Bertasiene

Dental Nurse

Ausra grew up in Lithuania, and is an organised, calm and compassionate dental nurse

Read bio

Joana Santo

Dental Nurse

A native of Portugal, Joana is a bubbly, organised and experienced dental nurse. Joana loves caring for patients and putting them at ease

Read bio

Louise Goral

Senior Receptionist

Louise grew up in Bournemouth and is our senior receptionist. Louise is also a qualified dental nurse

Read bio

Sarah Holding

Lead Receptionist

Sarah is our very experienced Lead Receptionist and is also a qualified dental nurse

Read bio

Mimmi Krstic

Dental Receptionist

Mimmi, originally from Sweden, joined our reception team in 2024

Read bio

Rachel Edwards

Dental Receptionist

Rachel grew up in Southampton, she previously worked in Cosmetics and joined our Reception team in 2024

Read bio

Nuala Giles Doyle

Business Manager

Nuala, who has a background in marketing in London, established Shelley Manor Dental with her husband Tim Doyle in 2010, before relocating the business to Dentistry on the Grove in 2023

Read bio

Now registering new patients

We are welcoming new patients and would love to hear from you.
If you have any specific questions please call our reception team or email us.

FAQs

Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions. Our reception team is always happy to answer your queries. Some clinical questions need to be discussed during a dental consultation with a clinician.

Still have questions?

Talk to us
What should I expect at my first appointment?

Your first visit includes a full discussion of your concerns, a clinical examination, and any recommended imaging so we can explain your options clearly.

How often should I book a hygiene visit?

That depends on your oral health and risk factors, but many patients benefit from hygiene visits every three to six months.

What if I need an emergency appointment?

If you are in pain or have a dental emergency, contact the practice as soon as possible and we will do our best to arrange prompt advice and care.

Can I see the same dentist each time?

We aim to provide continuity of care wherever possible, so you can usually continue seeing the same clinician for routine appointments and ongoing treatment.

Will I get a treatment plan before starting?

Yes. We explain the recommended treatment, likely timescales and costs in advance so you can make an informed decision before going ahead.

How do I maintain my results after treatment?

We provide tailored aftercare advice and ongoing reviews so you can protect your oral health and keep your treatment results looking their best.

Do you treat Children?

Yes, we treat the children of registered patients of the practice.

Do you offer Finance?

Yes we offer finance for amounts starting at £500 up to £60,000 – for periods of up to 60 months

Do you offer treatment under sedation?

We can arrange for sedation services if you need this. We use company who can send out an anaesthetist

Partners & Awards