ABOUT
The Old Orchard Dental Practice
ABOUT
The Old Orchard Dental Practice
Private and NHS dental care for patients from Edinburgh and Midlothian
The Old Orchard Dental Practice has been providing Private and NHS dental care for patients from Edinburgh and Midlothian for over 45 years. Our practice philosophy is to provide pain-free, gentle treatments to keep your teeth healthy and looking great, for the rest of your life.
SUPPORT
Provide nervous and anxious patients with the support and reassurance they need to feel relaxed and confident when receiving treatment
SAFETY
Implement the highest standards of cross infection control to ensure patient safety
TRANSPARENCY
Ensure every patient has a clear understanding of their treatment plans and costs
EXCELLENCE
Deliver excellent dental care using, modern dental techniques to provide the best possible outcomes
TRUST
Build relationships with our patients and their families that last a lifetime
COMPASSION
Listening to our patients with care and concern, to understand their individual needs
Old Orchard Dental Team
Our team is made up of dedicated professionals, who pride themselves in their passion for dentistry and commitment to patient care.
Neil Brockie, BDS
Glasgow 1993
GDC No: 69241
Originally from Dalkeith, Neil graduated from Glasgow University in 1993. After working as an associate in Cumbria, Neil joined the practice in 1995, becoming a practice partner at the Old Orchard Dental Practice in 2001. For the past 28 years Neil has worked hard building the Old Orchard into the busy, family focused practice it is today.
Neil is passionate about life long dental health and prioritises putting his patients at ease, with his down to earth friendly manner. He is experienced in a wide range of dental care, staying abreast of modern developments in dentistry.
In his spare time Neil enjoys playing golf, gardening and spending time with his family.
Georgia Nikolopoulou
Athens 2006
GDC No: 123867
Georgia graduated from the University of Athens, Greece in 2006. She has been practicing dentistry in the United Kingdom since 2008.
Georgia’s aim is to give patients the tools they need to help to maintain a healthy mouth, and to encourage and educate patients to improve their oral health. Her relaxed and caring nature creates a calm enviroment for the patients. She finds treating nervous patients and children particularly rewarding and always puts her patient’s needs first.
During her free time she enjoys swimming, running and above all spending time with her family.
Anne Marie Reid, GDH
Dental Hygienist
GDC No: 2220
Anne Marie is an experienced hygienist who qualified from Glasgow Dental Hospital in 1981. She initially worked in the Periodontal department of the hospital and on a fluoride project funded by Glasgow University.
After having a family Anne Marie moved to general dentistry and began working in the practice 7 years ago. She is passionate about preventative dental hygiene, gum hygiene and preventing periodontal disease and very much enjoys getting to know the patients and being part of a team with the same objectives.
In her spare time, she enjoys, reading, swimming and walking her dog.
Anmol Bukhari
Dental Hygienist
GDC No: 321051
Anmol is a dedicated and passionate dental hygienist who graduated from Kyber Medical University, Pakistan in 2018.
At 30, she brings youthful energy and a strong commitment to patient care and preventive dentistry. Her interest in preventive care and educating patients about maintaining healthy smiles makes her a good fit for our practice.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading books and going fishing.
Louise
Dental Nurse
GDC No: 130579
Louise intially joined the Old Orchard Dental Practice in 1995, and completed her dental training at Edinburgh’s Telford College in 2000. Following a variety of roles in both dental nursing and outwith the sector, Louise rejoined the practice in 2022 and enjoys all aspects of general denistry. In her spare time she enjoys concerts and spending time with her family
Mhari
Dental Nurse
GDC No: 246518
Mhari qualified from Edinburgh Telford College in 2013 and joined the practice in August 2023. She enjoys working with patients, seeing the progression and outcome of their treatments, and especially seeing their confidence grow with their new smile!
Nicola
Dental Nurse
GDC No: 269911
Nicola trained at Edinburgh’s Telford College completing her studies in 2016. She joined the practice in October 2021 and enjoys working with nervous patients and restorative cases. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Angela
Receptionist & Patient Coordinator
Angela has been with the practice for 12 years, prior to which she worked as a dental nurse. She very much enjoys interacting with regular patients and putting new patients at ease. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening and walking her dog.
