Biological dental care · Poole
Dentistry that treats the whole you
We take time to understand your health before we look at your teeth. We use biocompatible materials where we can, and discuss your treatment options thoroughly, including them in every step of the treatment planning.
What we do
Everyday dentistry, done thoughtfully
General practice care alongside the things people usually come to us for. Call us if what you need isn't listed. We'll tell you honestly whether we're the right practice for it.
Biological Holistic Dentistry
We look at wellbeing, diet and lifestyle alongside your dental health, working with medical and naturopathic practitioners to optimise your overall wellbeing.
General restorative dentistry
We undertake routine examinations, fillings, extractions, crowns and bridges: the preventative care essential to maintain oral health, using biocompatible materials selected individually for you.
Gum health treatment & maintenance
We undertake routine scaling and more extensive periodontal treatment where gum disease has taken place, as poor gum health is closely associated with poor systemic health.
Cosmetic dentistry
Minimally invasive techniques such as composite bonding, whitening and tooth straightening can dramatically improve your confidence. We're trained in the Bioclear method for composite bonding, and also offer Boutique Whitening.
Amalgam removal
We're a mercury-free practice and remove old amalgam fillings using the safe SMART protocol, working with functional nutritionists to advise on pre- and post-operative detoxification.
Nervous & medically compromised patients
Sally has helped many nervous, phobic and emotionally sensitive patients over the years, and helps elderly patients maintain their oral health. Let us know about any additional needs, and we can also arrange home visits.
Registered and accredited
Why choose Thyme Dental?
We're a small, independent family practice, so there's always time to focus on you as an individual. We take time to understand your medical, dental & emotional health before we look at your teeth.
Our holistic approach focuses on preventive care and biocompatible materials, working closely with medical and complementary therapists, including naturopathic nutritionists.
- We start with the whole pictureWe talk through your wellbeing and medical history before any examination begins.
- Materials chosen with careBiocompatible restorative materials, and amalgam removal under our SMART protocol.
- Treatment options explainedFollowing a thorough examination, we discuss any treatment options with you and formulate a treatment plan, which includes the materials chosen and a fee estimate.
What our patients say
From the very first appointment I felt listened to. Sally took the time to understand my health history before suggesting anything, and explained every option clearly.
I've always been a nervous patient, but the whole team made me feel completely at ease. Calm, unhurried and caring from start to finish.
I came to have my old amalgam fillings removed. The process was explained thoroughly beforehand and I felt in safe hands throughout.
A small, friendly practice where you never feel rushed. My treatment plan and fees were set out clearly before anything began.
A lovely, calm surgery and a thoughtful approach. It's refreshing to find a dentist who looks at your overall wellbeing, not just your teeth.
Sally and Tracy are brilliant. Our whole family now comes here and the children look forward to their check-ups.
Meet The Team
A small team of like minded colleagues who are passionate about individual patient care and their wellbeing.
Sally Harvey-Hendley
Practice Principal, Dental Surgeon
Sally qualified at King's College London in 1988 and as a dental homeopath in 2012. She set up Thyme Dental to focus on the wellbeing of each patient, with particular interests in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, gum health and nervous patients.
Dr Anthony Newman
Medical Lead, General Medical Practitioner
Tony qualified at the London Hospital Medical College in 1982 and has spent the last 40 years in general medical practice in Poole. He brings a wealth of medical experience to Thyme Dental, advising the clinical team.
Tracy Aston
Dental Nurse
Tracy started dental nursing in 1997 and qualified with her National Certificate from NEBDN in 1999, working in both NHS and private practice. She takes a patient-focused approach and enjoys every side of dentistry.
You'll find us at 100 Canford Cliffs Road in Poole, a small, independent family practice where there's always time to focus on you as an individual.
We're easy to reach. The nearest station is Branksome, and we're on a bus route. There's plenty of on-road private parking, and disabled access is available.
Please let us know when you contact us if you have additional needs, so we can adapt to make your visit more suitable for you.
The Canford Cliffs Practice
