An independent dental group has announced a major patient recruitment drive in Renfrewshire.

Family run Scottish Dental Care (SDC) is increasing NHS and private patient capacity by 1,000 patients at its Bishopton Dental Clinic.

According to the firm, this initiative aims to address the severe shortage of dental services.

Lynn Hood, chief executive at SDC said: “Scots are suffering long wait times and severe delays in NHS dentistry.

“The dental sector is still recovering from the pandemic with most dental clinics at capacity and unable to take on new patients or even manage the backlog of appointments that has accrued over the past few years.

“In response, we have invested significantly to be able to grow our portfolio to welcome new clinics into the group, as well as expanding surgeries and welcoming new dentists and support staff to try and address some of the huge patient demand across Scotland.

“With up to 1,000 new patient spaces available at Bishopton Dental Clinic, we want to help as many adults and children as possible in the area look after their teeth, educate them on the benefits of good oral health and hygiene and ensure long term healthy smiles.”

Bishopton Dental Clinic offers a comprehensive range of NHS treatment as well as an array of cosmetic treatments.

Additional spaces have also been opened in its clinics in Cardonald, Barrhead and Gorbals.

Philip Friel, co-founder and director of dentistry at SDC, said: “Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is extremely important and goes far beyond just having a perfect smile.

“Research highlights the far-reaching benefits of good oral hygiene, from reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes to improved mental health, contributing to the overall quality of life.”

To register as a new patient in Bishopton, call 01505 80 55 44 or click HERE.