Care that starts at the root
A small, independent family dental practice in Poole, taking a holistic approach to your oral health. We use biocompatible materials where we can and involve you in every step of your treatment planning.
Why we work this way
Dentistry that supports oral health in relation to your overall systemic health
We're a small, independent family practice, which means there's always time to focus on you as an individual. At Thyme Dental we take time to understand your medical, dental & emotional health before we look at your teeth, as we know there is a close connection between good oral health, nutrition and overall wellbeing.
We focus on regular preventive dental care, carefully selecting biocompatible materials that take into account your sensitivities.
Registered and accredited
How we work
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, involving you in every step of the treatment planning.
We start with the whole picture
We talk through your wellbeing and medical history before any examination begins.
Materials chosen with care
Biocompatible restorative materials, and amalgam removal under our SMART protocol.
Treatment options explained
Following a thorough examination, we discuss any treatment options with you and formulate a treatment plan, which includes the materials chosen and a fee estimate.
Working with other therapists
We have a holistic approach to treatment, working closely with medical and complementary therapists, including naturopathic nutritionists, to improve your wellbeing.
Mercury-free for 28 years
We're a mercury-free practice and remove old amalgam fillings using the safe SMART protocol. We work with functional nutritionists to advise on pre- and post-operative detoxification.
Nervous and sensitive patients
Sally has helped many nervous, phobic and emotionally sensitive patients over the years. Let us know if you have additional needs and we'll adapt your visit. We can also arrange domiciliary visits.
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.
Your first appointment
We take time to understand your medical, dental & emotional health before we look at your teeth.
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We start with the whole picture
We talk through your wellbeing and medical history before any examination begins.
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A thorough examination
Your new patient consultation includes intraoral x-rays.
New patient consultation: adult £90
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Your treatment plan
We discuss any treatment options with you and formulate a written treatment plan, which includes the materials chosen and a fee estimate, before any work begins.
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
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.