Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dentist in Bedford
Kempston Dental Practice has been serving patients in Bedford since the 1940s, establishing itself as a trusted family-run dental practice. Under the leadership of Dr Uma Madhav since 2014, we have grown into one of the most esteemed dental practices in the region, attracting patients from across the UK and internationally. Our ethos centres on prevention and cure, with a commitment to providing high-quality, affordable dental care tailored to individual needs. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team prioritises patient comfort and long-term oral health. We offer a comprehensive range of general and cosmetic dentistry services, including emergency care, orthodontics, and specialist periodontal treatments.Our modern facilities are equipped with the latest technology to ensure precise diagnostics and effective treatments. We take pride in creating a welcoming environment where patients feel valued and supported throughout their dental journey. Our hygienists provide award-winning preventative care, while our dentists deliver expert restorative and aesthetic solutions. We maintain strict clinical standards and invest continuously in staff development and equipment upgrades. Whether you require routine check-ups or complex dental reconstruction, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile.
Services
Dental Implants
Dentures
Veneers
Invisalign
Dental Crowns
Root Canal
Teeth Whitening
Composite Bonding
Dental Bridges
Children's Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry
- Our team includes specialists in periodontics, endodontics, and orthodontics
- We offer 7-day emergency dental care for registered patients
- Our hygienists provide award-winning preventative dental treatments
- We use advanced technology including digital imaging and Airflow therapy
What people say
Amazing team
Excellent service
Professional and understanding
Fantastic consultation
Great experience
Services
Dental Implants
Our dental implant specialists restore missing teeth with permanent solutions that look and function naturally. Using titanium posts anchored in the jawbone, we create stable foundations for crowns or dentures. This treatment improves chewing ability, prevents bone loss, and enhances facial aesthetics while maintaining adjacent teeth integrity.
Invisalign
We offer discreet orthodontic treatment using Invisalign aligners to straighten teeth without traditional metal braces. Custom-made removable trays gradually reposition teeth while allowing normal eating and cleaning routines. This solution addresses crowding, spacing, and bite issues with minimal impact on daily life.
Dental Crowns
Our dental crowns restore damaged or weakened teeth with durable ceramic or porcelain-fused-to-metal caps. These custom-made restorations protect fractured teeth, cover discoloured fillings, and support large restorations while maintaining natural aesthetics and bite function.
Children's Dentistry
We provide comprehensive dental care for children under NHS and private schemes, focusing on prevention and early intervention. Our child-friendly approach includes routine check-ups, fluoride applications, and dental trauma management in a playful environment designed to create positive dental experiences.
Periodontal Care
Our specialist periodontist delivers advanced gum disease treatment using non-surgical and surgical techniques. From deep cleaning to regenerative procedures, we address inflammation, infection, and tissue loss while preventing tooth mobility and supporting long-term oral health.
People
Dr Uma Madhav
Principal Dentist
With over 20 years of dental experience, Dr Madhav has led Kempston Dental Practice since 2014. She focuses on patient-centred care and practice innovation while maintaining strict clinical standards.
Dr Alison Brokenshire
Anxiety Specialist
Specialising in treating anxious patients, Dr Brokenshire provides compassionate dental care with tailored communication strategies to ensure comfortable treatment experiences for nervous individuals.
Dr Avinash Patel
Periodontal Specialist
A specialist in periodontics with postgraduate qualifications, Dr Patel offers advanced gum disease treatments including surgical and regenerative procedures to maintain dental support structures.
Dr Suraj Malde
Invisalign Specialist
With special interest in clear orthodontics, Dr Malde provides Invisalign treatments for adults and teenagers, combining technical expertise with aesthetic considerations for optimal smile alignment.
Kathy Fraser
Practice Manager
As practice manager, Kathy oversees daily operations and patient relations, ensuring efficient service delivery while maintaining compliance with dental regulatory standards.
Questions
Do you offer emergency dental services?
Yes, we provide emergency dental care for registered patients 7 days a week, including bank holidays, with out-of-hours availability and priority booking.
What dental treatments are available for children?
We offer NHS and private dental care for children under 18, including check-ups, preventive treatments, and trauma management in a child-friendly environment.
Can I book a hygiene appointment without seeing a dentist?
Yes, non-registered patients can book one-hour hygiene appointments directly with our hygienists for professional cleaning and oral health advice.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment plans for extensive treatments, allowing patients to spread costs while accessing necessary dental care without financial pressure.
Do you provide specialist periodontal treatments?
Yes, our in-house periodontal specialist offers advanced gum disease treatments including deep cleaning, pocket reduction, and regenerative procedures using modern techniques.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
We offer Saturday appointments by request and weekday appointments until 5pm Monday-Thursday, with emergency slots available first thing each morning.
