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Drayton Dental Care’s christmas opening hours

December 9, 2021

Drayton Dental Care near Norwich is looking forward to our Christmas break and we wish you all a very merry Christmas and happy, healthy new year.

Welcome to Drayton Dental Care’s new hygienist

We are delighted to welcome Jasmine Wood to our hygiene team. We hand picked Jasmine because her approach to patients in terms of care and priorities for the maintenance of dental health reflects our own.

More award winning smiles at Drayton dental norwich!

October 27, 2021

We are SO proud of our specialist orthodontist Matt Clare, who has just won another amazing award for his Invisalign transformations!

“As soon as i came to drayton dental care i knew this was where i wanted my invisalign treatment”

September 27, 2021

We are so grateful to our patient Andrea Campbell for her testimonial about her Invisalign treatment at Drayton Dental Care near Norwich. In her video Andrea talks about her Invisalign journey and experience with choosing cheaper alternatives off the internet. Here’s a sneak preview...

Our specialist orthodontist is awarded invisalign diamond provider status – the highest you can get!

June 30, 2021

We are thrilled to announce that our specialist orthodontist and practice owner Dr Matt Clare (pictured) has been awarded the very highest qualification from Invisalign. As a Diamond provider, Matt has to complete over 150 cases a year.

Summer is here and so is our newsletter!

June 30, 2021

While the sun may not be shining right now, a sunny smile will always lift people’s spirits. Smiling with our eyes has become normal since the introduction of masks but this lack of connection has taken its toll on our sense of wellbeing.

Drayton Dental Care is proud to support national smile month!

June 1, 2021

Until 17 June 2021 the Oral Health Foundation is raising awareness of important health issues and putting a smile on everybody's face. Everyone at Drayton Dental Care in School Road is proud to support National Smile Month!

The Drayton dental team is fully vaccinated

April 21, 2021

We are delighted to announce that our whole team is now fully vaccinated against Covid 19 having had both of our vaccines.

Our spring newsletter is hot off the press!

April 21, 2021

Download the latest version, which is jam packed full of dental health information, oral health tips and practice news – such as our new Saturday opening hours for hygiene!

Covid warning: patients with gum disease 'almost 9 times more likely to die'

February 18, 2021

Coronavirus patients with severe gum disease are almost nine times more likely to die, warns a new study highlighted by Drayton hygienist and therapist, Bala Choudhary from Drayton Dental Care near Norwich.

Win a £40 love2shop ecard!

January 27, 2021

Read all the latest news and dental health tips in our winter newsletter – and find out how you can win a £40 Love2shop ecard.

Please don’t neglect your dental hygiene - why? Watch this video

January 27, 2021

As the Covid-19 rules are getting a little confusing now, we wanted to let you know that Drayton Dental Care near Norwich remains open during the third national lockdown for dental and hygiene care, in line with the latest Government guidance.

We are open, safe and here to care for you during lockdown 3

January 5, 2021

We would like to reassure our loyal patients that in line with the latest Government rules, our dental practice will remain open during the third national lockdown for routine and emergency dental care.

Festive opening hours

December 3, 2020

We will be offering an on-call emergency service for our registered patients between 9am and 3pm on Dec 24th, 25th, 26th, 30th and 31st. Please call the practice and listen to our recorded message for full details.

Stark warning as UK mouth cancer cases reach record high

December 3, 2020

Mouth Cancer Action Month takes place every November to help raise awareness of this debilitating cancer and the campaign has released its latest findings following the event.

Sharing toothpaste linked with spread of covid-19

December 3, 2020

New research showing how sharing toothbrushes and toothpaste could play an influential role in spreading COVID-19 is being highlighted by dentists in Drayton near Norwich.

We are safe, open and here for our patients

November 2, 2020

We would like to reassure our loyal patients that in line with the latest Government rules, our dental practice will remain open during the second national lockdown for routine and emergency dental care.

Putting safety first at Drayton Dental Care near norwich

October 9, 2020

At Drayton Dental Care we take the health of our staff and patients very seriously. Our dental team has the latest PPE, we employ extra machines to collect and disinfect the expelled air from our patients’ mouths and we have installed air purifiers. For your interest, pictured is the test certificate demonstrating 99.9% virus killing ability for our air purifiers.

Our autumn newsletter is ready to read

October 9, 2020

Read all the latest news from Drayton Dental Care near Norwich in the latest edition of our newsletter.

Our brand new downstairs surgery is now open!

September 15, 2020

If you used to be a patient at Drayton Dental Care in School Road near Norwich but haven’t visited us for a while, you will be delighted with our latest refurbishment and new downstairs surgery.

Don’t neglect your oral health - it’s just as important as your general health

September 15, 2020

If this year has taught us anything, it’s just how important our health is. The better our health, the more resilient we are at fighting viruses and illnesses and making a swift recovery. It appears to be those with underlying health conditions, such as diabetes, people struggling to manage their weight and older people, who have been hardest hit by coronavirus, sometimes with tragic consequences.

Are you taking a fresh look at your teeth during our new zoom age?

August 12, 2020

The popularity of Zoom, FaceTime, Microsoft Teams and the like has skyrocketed during the Covid-19 pandemic and we have all had to get used to seeing ourselves online more often than we used to, say Drayton dentists Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou.

Covid-19 has highlighted the importance of our health, say Drayton dentists

July 10, 2020

Drayton Dental Care near Norwich recommends regular visits with your dentist and hygienist to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums and avoid costly, more complex treatments in the long term.

Why optimum oral health can prevent severe complications from covid-19

June 29, 2020

In a recent article published in the British Dental Journal, Dr V. Samsoon presented her research on the link between poor oral health and severe complications from Covid-19. The aim of our Drayton dentist Vasiliki Stamatoukou is to present you with the most important data from this research.

We are open for routine dental care!

June 24, 2020

* Extra anti-viral protection in place * Our dental practice is as safe as always and we have invested in additional anti-viral protection to help you feel even more assured. We have your wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

Stuck for home schooling ideas?

June 15, 2020

Some schools in Norwich are slowly starting to reopen to pupils but only those in certain year groups – so if you’re stuck for home schooling ideas, the Oral Health Foundation has come to the rescue!

What type of toothbrush should i choose?

June 10, 2020

“By taking control of your oral health you increase your chance of living a happier, healthier and longer life,” says Dr Soha Dattani, Director Scientific & Professional Affairs, GSK as part of National Smile Month, which runs until June 18.

We are re-opening soon!

June 9, 2020

Following the announcement made by the Prime Minister, we are delighted to let you know that we will be opening for face-to-face appointments from June 17. We’ve been working hard to ensure everything is ready and awaiting arrival of our PPE - you may be aware there are shortages.

A guide to better brushing

June 5, 2020

At its core, National Smile Month is about learning what you can do to have a clean and healthy mouth – something that is incredibly important to your dentists at Drayton Dental Care in School Road.

Latest news about your dental care at Drayton Dental

May 20, 2020

Following the Prime Minister’s announcement about easing the lockdown measures, we thought we would let you know how this may affect your dental care going forwards.

Our Drayton dentist launches first dental health video

April 20, 2020

Drayton Dental Care on School Road is delighted to launch the first in a series of educational oral health videos for our patients coping with the Covid-19 lockdown.

‘Key working’ easter bunny is heading your way!

April 9, 2020

Thankfully the Easter bunny has been deemed an essential key worker, so he is most likely on his way to your house laden with chocolate and other sweet treats.

Stopping the spread of the virus – and keeping you and our team safe

April 3, 2020

We wanted to let you know the reasons we have taken the unprecedented decision to temporarily close Drayton Dental Care.

Covid-19 update

March 23, 2020

We hope you are all keeping safe and well. Thank you for your continued loyalty and support, even during these uncertain times. Our thoughts go out to all of you who have been affected by this unprecedented situation.

And the winner is….?

March 20, 2020

Drayton Dental Care near Norwich is delighted to announce the winner of our special Valentine’s draw that was featured in our last newsletter.

Gum disease doubles our risk of having a stroke

February 18, 2020

A new study has found that those of us with gum disease are around twice as likely to have a stroke, highlight the Norwich dentists at Drayton Dental Care in School Road.

Confident healthy smiles are very attractive

January 22, 2020

Warm, open friendly smiles are an attractive feature that often come from having confidence in our teeth, say Drayton dentists Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou from Drayton Dental Care in School Road.

What does it mean to be dentally fit?

December 7, 2019

The New Year is usually a time when we try to put the excesses of Christmas behind us and embark on a new, healthier lifestyle. The gyms are packed, the parks full of people walking, cycling and running, and the booze aisles are eerily quiet.

Report reveals the devastating impact of mouth cancer

November 19, 2019

The State of Mouth Cancer UK Report 2019/20 is the UK's only comprehensive review into mouth cancer and the dentists at Drayton Dental Care would like to help raise awareness of its findings in this blog.

Children should stick to drinking milk and water

November 19, 2019

New guidelines suggest that milk and water are the things children aged five and under should mostly drink, explain Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou the dentists at Drayton Dental Care near Norwich.

Could sports drinks be to blame for athletes’ poor teeth?

October 19, 2019

Elite athletes have been found to have poor dental health despite putting more effort into looking after them than other people, a study, highlighted by the dentists at Drayton Dental Care in School Road, shows.

Our autumn newsletter is ready to read!

October 16, 2019

View all the latest news and views from Drayton Dental Care in our autumn newsletter.

Your dental examination could save your life

October 15, 2019

This year in the UK, around 8,300 people will be given the life-changing news that they have mouth cancer, explain the Norwich dentists at Drayton Dental Care in School Road.

Government watchdogs praise Drayton Dental Care

September 18, 2019

Drayton Dental Care has been given a clean bill of health by government health watchdogs, the Care Quality Commission. Our School Road practice was visited by CQC inspectors in August to check on the care and welfare of our patients, our cleanliness and the infection control systems we have in place.

Drayton dental’s happy team delivers a fantastic patient experience

September 18, 2019

The team at Drayton Dental Care got together for a fantastic evening on the river recently.

Excessive computer use linked to poor oral health in teenagers

August 14, 2019

Three hours of computer use each day is enough to put teenagers at risk of poor oral health says a new study revealed by the Drayton dentists Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou at Drayton Dental Care in School Road.

Our whitening offer has been extended!

August 14, 2019

Read our latest newsletter to find out how you could save more than £100 off tooth whitening – but hurry, offer ends 30.8.19!

Do you use your teeth to open bottles, tear clothing tags or bite your nails?

July 16, 2019

If so, you are not alone but the advice from our Drayton dentists is to stop! Most of us are putting our oral health at risk by using our teeth as tools for jobs they weren’t intended for.

Matt reveals his guilty pleasure – chocolate & crisp sarnies!

June 11, 2019

Learn more about our award-winning Invisalign dentist Matt Clare, who was recently interviewed in a local magazine. Here our Drayton dentist talks dreams, teams and Mr Whippy ice-creams!

How happy are you to pose for a photograph?

May 20, 2019

As part of National Smile Month, which runs until June 13, the organisers carried out a nationwide poll that found most of us regularly feel self-conscious about the appearance of our teeth.

Enjoy more than £100 off whitening!

April 15, 2019

See our latest newsletter for details.

Protect your mouth and body

April 15, 2019

UK dental health charity the Oral Health Foundation has compiled a list of five top tips to help us take steps towards a healthier and happier mouth.

£20 voucher inside our latest newsletter

March 6, 2019

Download our Winter Newsletter below, with a £20 voucher inside :

Modern dental methods make for stress-free visit

March 6, 2019

Fear of the dentist has once again been in the media spotlight recently and the dentists at Drayton Dental Care would like to remind everyone that our modern dentistry methods make patients’ visits calm and almost completely pain free.

A straight new smile for Christmas from Drayton dental

February 7, 2019

These light, clear and almost imperceptible little chaps are all that stand between me and my new smile! After 53 years of wishing, it is finally going to happen and I couldn't be more thrilled!

Do you use a toothbrush to clean dentures?

January 15, 2019

By 2050 there are expected to be two billion people aged 60 or older.

Enjoy a red carpet smile every day

December 6, 2018

Our Drayton dentists’ main aim is for you to feel happy and confident about your smile. Here are Drayton Dental Care’s Top Ten ways to help you enjoy a stunning smile every day.

“We see up to 40 people a day who have walked for 2-3 days to get to us.”

December 3, 2018

Drayton Dental’s hygienist Chloe Brotherhood has spent the last three October half terms providing vital dental treatment to the Massai people in Olorte, Kenya. Here she writes about her experiences.

Should I be worried about mouth cancer?

November 15, 2018

In the UK, more than 7,800 people were diagnosed with mouth cancer last year, explain Drayton dentists Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou.

More than £100 off tooth whitening

October 17, 2018

Save more than £100 off tooth whitening Read our latest newsletter to see our very special tooth whitening offer, as well as all the latest news from Drayton Dental Care near Norwich.

Drayton dentists support charity for homeless war veterans

October 8, 2018

Drayton Dental has donated a piece of dental equipment to a new charity that provides dental help to homeless war veterans.

Smiles all round as Drayton orthodontist wins international award

September 27, 2018

The co-owner of Drayton Dental Care near Norwich has won an international award for smile makeovers - the first Brit to ever take home the accolade.

What's lurking inside your mouth?

September 17, 2018

As Hallowe’en is just around the corner, the Norwich dentists at Drayton Dental Care thought they’d enter into the spirit of the season by concentrating on the less pleasant dental problems of bleeding gums, bad breath and gum disease.

£20 voucher just for you!

August 29, 2018

Read our summer newsletter to find out how you can get your hands on a £20 voucher towards dental treatments or products...

Women with diabetes face increased chance of mouth cancer

August 8, 2018

Women have a 13 per cent higher chance of developing oral cancer if they suffer from diabetes, according to new research highlighted by the dentists at Drayton Dental Care near Norwich.

Soothing the pain of mouth ulcers

July 23, 2018

Most of us are painfully aware of mouth ulcers. For those lucky few who have never had one, they are painful sores that can appear on the inside of your cheeks, lips and gums.

Test your knowledge - take the Drayton dental Quiz!

May 1, 2018

Teeth are precious and the best teeth you will ever have are your own, which is why our Drayton dental practice in School Road promotes a preventive approach through regular examinations and hygiene treatments.

Don't miss our great tooth whitening offer inside our latest newsletter

April 26, 2018

Our Spring 2018 newsletter is now available for download below:

Which food and drink is best for my kids?

April 25, 2018

The food and drinks we give to our children can have a drastic effect on the health of their teeth, explain our Drayton Dentists.

How do I ensure my child enjoys healthy teeth?

April 19, 2018

Children are born free from dental disease, yet by adulthood 95% of the population has active gum disease and most people have experienced some tooth decay and even tooth loss.

Drayton dental offers complete care - from cradle to grey

April 11, 2018

In the UK we have an ageing population and the number of people aged 65 and over is expected to rise to more than 20% by 2025, that’s 2.5 million more older people.

Drayton dentists shine a spotlight on snacking and decay

April 5, 2018

Tooth brushing won’t stop decay for children who snack all day, reiterate Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou from Drayton Dental Care following the publication of a new study on pre-school children.

Saving teeth at Drayton dental care near Norwich

April 3, 2018

Our Drayton dentists will always endeavour to save your teeth rather than remove them, because natural teeth are best.

Tooth whitening - know the facts and stay safe - urge Drayton dentists

March 21, 2018

Tooth whitening is a safe and effective way to give your smile a boost – but only when carried out by a qualified dental professional, otherwise it’s illegal.

Good dental health = good overall health, says Drayton dentists

March 15, 2018

Research has long found links between gum disease and strokes, diabetes, bacterial lung infections, heart disease and problems with pregnancy but there is now a risk that gum disease and dementia could be connected.

Dentistry in the UK - and Drayton! - Has come long way

March 2, 2018

Drayton dentists Debbie Paramani and Vasiliki Stamatoukou say the very thought of visiting a dental practice is enough to make grown men’s knees tremble but does this fear truly reflect 21st century dentistry?

Special offer inside our latest newsletter!

February 23, 2018

Read the winter edition of our newsletter. It’s full of interesting articles, practice news and a brilliant special offer to brighten your teeth.

Bad breath? Kiss goodbye to a second date

February 20, 2018

Before seeking out your Valentine this year, make sure your oral health is up to a loveable standard, say our Drayton dentists.

Drayton dental shines a spotlight on our teeth and gums

February 20, 2018

The health of our teeth and gums is linked to many other life conditions including strokes, diabetes, bacterial lung infections, dementia, low birth-weight and premature babies, and heart disease, among others.

Drayton dentist warns that teenagers are at real risk of tooth decay

January 4, 2018

Fluoride toothpaste and water fluoridisation has had a significant effect on reducing the levels of decay in the UK, explains Drayton dentist Debbie Paramani from Drayton Dental Care near Norwich.

It's time to fit your own oxygen mask first, says Norwich dentist

January 4, 2018

In a mid-air emergency, we are always told to fit our own oxygen mask first, says Drayton dentist, Debbie Paramani from Drayton Dental Care.

Festive opening hours

December 8, 2017

We would like to advise our patients that we will be closed from Thursday December 21 to Wednesday January 3 inclusive.

Our Drayton dentists will help you dazzle this Christmas!

December 8, 2017

Are you happy with your smile? Drayton Dental Care has a range of affordable cosmetic treatments to help your smile dazzle this Christmas.

Don’t ignore these signs of mouth cancer, urge Drayton dentists

November 15, 2017

As part of Mouth Cancer Action Month in November, organiser the Oral Health Foundation and the Drayton dentists at Drayton Dental, are challenging people to check for any unusual changes inside their mouths.

Gum disease can strike whatever your age, warn Drayton dentists

November 15, 2017

A new patient aged in her early 60s visited Drayton Dental near Norwich recently troubled by sensitive teeth.

Our latest newsletter is hot off the press

November 15, 2017

The autumn edition of our newsletter is packed with useful advice, practice news and a special offer for tooth whitening.

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Drayton Dental Care’s christmas opening hours

December 9, 2021

Welcome to Drayton Dental Care’s new hygienist

November 18, 2021

More award winning smiles at Drayton dental norwich!

October 27, 2021

“As soon as i came to drayton dental care i knew this was where i wanted my invisalign treatment”

September 27, 2021

Our specialist orthodontist is awarded invisalign diamond provider status – the highest you can get!

June 30, 2021

Summer is here and so is our newsletter!

June 30, 2021

Drayton Dental Care is proud to support national smile month!

June 1, 2021

The Drayton dental team is fully vaccinated

April 21, 2021

Our spring newsletter is hot off the press!

April 21, 2021

Covid warning: patients with gum disease 'almost 9 times more likely to die'

February 18, 2021

Win a £40 love2shop ecard!

January 27, 2021

Please don’t neglect your dental hygiene - why? Watch this video

January 27, 2021

We are open, safe and here to care for you during lockdown 3

January 5, 2021

Festive opening hours

December 3, 2020

Stark warning as UK mouth cancer cases reach record high

December 3, 2020

Sharing toothpaste linked with spread of covid-19

December 3, 2020

We are safe, open and here for our patients

November 2, 2020

Putting safety first at Drayton Dental Care near norwich

October 9, 2020

Our autumn newsletter is ready to read

October 9, 2020

Our brand new downstairs surgery is now open!

September 15, 2020

Don’t neglect your oral health - it’s just as important as your general health

September 15, 2020

Are you taking a fresh look at your teeth during our new zoom age?

August 12, 2020

Covid-19 has highlighted the importance of our health, say Drayton dentists

July 10, 2020

Why optimum oral health can prevent severe complications from covid-19

June 29, 2020

We are open for routine dental care!

June 24, 2020

Stuck for home schooling ideas?

June 15, 2020

What type of toothbrush should i choose?

June 10, 2020

We are re-opening soon!

June 9, 2020

A guide to better brushing

June 5, 2020

Latest news about your dental care at Drayton Dental

May 20, 2020

Our Drayton dentist launches first dental health video

April 20, 2020

‘Key working’ easter bunny is heading your way!

April 9, 2020

Stopping the spread of the virus – and keeping you and our team safe

April 3, 2020

Covid-19 update

March 23, 2020

And the winner is….?

March 20, 2020

Gum disease doubles our risk of having a stroke

February 18, 2020

Confident healthy smiles are very attractive

January 22, 2020

What does it mean to be dentally fit?

December 7, 2019

Report reveals the devastating impact of mouth cancer