Business Details
11 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dental Care in Thornaby
Since acquiring Thornaby Dental Centre in 2015, our Principal Dentist Peter Sharp has led a transformation to provide comprehensive dental care encompassing general, restorative, and cosmetic treatments. Our practice combines modern facilities with a patient-centred approach, featuring a 2025 full refurbishment of reception areas to enhance comfort. We prioritise continuous investment in technology and staff expertise, offering services from routine check-ups to advanced orthodontic solutions. Our team includes specialists in endodontics, Invisalign-certified practitioners, and experienced dental hygienists dedicated to preventive care.We maintain rigorous professional standards through affiliations with bodies like the General Dental Council and College of General Dentistry. Our commitment to ethical dentistry is reflected in tailored treatment plans, transparent communication, and accessibility features including wheelchair access and disabled parking. With flexible appointment options including early mornings and Saturdays by arrangement, we serve both NHS and private patients across Thornaby and surrounding areas.
Services
Veneers
Tooth Whitening
White Fillings
Private Dentures
Invisalign
Root Canal Treatment
Hygiene Treatments
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry
- Our practice features state-of-the-art equipment and modern facilities
- We are Invisalign-certified providers with specialist orthodontic expertise
- We offer emergency dental treatment services
- Our team includes dental hygienists with specialist preventive care training
Associations and certifications
- General Dental Council
- College of General Dentistry
Services
Veneers
Our veneers service provides custom-made, ultra-thin porcelain shells to enhance tooth appearance. These durable restorations address discolouration, chips, and minor misalignments while maintaining natural tooth structure. Patients benefit from improved smile aesthetics and confidence through minimally invasive cosmetic solutions.
Invisalign
Invisalign treatment offers discreet orthodontic correction using removable, transparent aligners. This modern alternative to traditional braces gradually repositions teeth through computer-generated treatment plans. Patients enjoy comfortable wear and improved aesthetics during teeth straightening processes without metal brackets or wires.
Root Canal Treatment
Our root canal treatments preserve damaged teeth through specialist endodontic procedures. Using advanced techniques and equipment, we remove infected pulp tissue while maintaining tooth structure. This essential service alleviates dental pain and prevents extraction, maintaining natural dentition with high success rates.
Hygiene Treatments
Professional hygiene services focus on preventive dental care through thorough cleaning and patient education. Our hygienists remove plaque and tartar buildup while providing tailored advice on oral maintenance. This service reduces periodontal disease risk and supports long-term dental health through regular professional intervention.
Tooth Whitening
Professional tooth whitening services deliver safe, effective smile enhancement using dentist-approved bleaching systems. Customised treatment plans address intrinsic and extrinsic staining while minimising sensitivity. Patients achieve brighter smiles through supervised whitening procedures that maintain dental health and enamel integrity.
People
Peter Sharp
Principal Dentist and Director
Qualified in 2009 with over 16 years' experience, Peter holds advanced qualifications including a Postgraduate Diploma in Endodontics. He has led Thornaby Dental Centre since 2015, overseeing its modernisation and expansion while maintaining clinical excellence in general and specialist dental care.
Dr Dominic Lowther
Dentist
Graduated in 2009 with extensive experience in NHS and private practice. Specialises in complex endodontic treatments while providing comprehensive general dental care. Combines clinical expertise with patient-focused communication to deliver effective treatment outcomes.
Karishma Ahitan
Dentist
Qualified in 2018 with dual expertise in general and orthodontic treatments. As an Invisalign-certified provider, she creates tailored smile transformation plans while delivering routine dental care with emphasis on preventive approaches and patient education.
Karen Rutherford
Dental Hygienist
Qualified in 1994 with extensive experience in preventive dental care. Recognised as Dental Hygienist of the Year 2009, she specialises in periodontal health management and patient education, helping individuals overcome dental anxiety while achieving optimal oral hygiene.
Sheridan Sharp
Practice Owner & Manager
Holds leadership qualifications with comprehensive practice management expertise. Oversees operational excellence while maintaining patient service standards. Combines business acumen with dental industry knowledge to ensure efficient, high-quality care delivery across all practice functions.
Questions
What dental treatments do you offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic treatments like veneers and whitening, Invisalign orthodontics, root canal therapy, and hygiene services for both NHS and private patients.
Do you accept new NHS patients?
Currently we are not accepting new NHS patients but continue to provide emergency NHS treatments and care for existing NHS patients.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash and card payments. For treatments over £250, we offer interest-free credit subject to status, with monthly payment plans available for ongoing care.
Are emergency dental appointments available?
Yes, we provide emergency dental treatment services for urgent cases, with charges applying as per NHS banding or private fee structures.
What accessibility features do you have?
Our practice includes wheelchair-accessible ground floor surgeries, disabled parking, and dedicated facilities to accommodate patients with mobility requirements.
Can I book early or Saturday appointments?
Early morning and Saturday appointments are available by arrangement to accommodate patients requiring alternative scheduling options outside regular practice hours.
