Reandon Smiles

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Reandon Smiles does not provide emergency dental treatment. If you develop acute dental pain, swelling, trauma or another urgent dental problem, please contact your dentist or NHS 111 as appropriate. For a life-threatening medical emergency, call 999.

01 What is Reandon Smiles? +

Reandon Smiles is a CQC registered mobile and domiciliary dental hygiene service. We provide professional dental hygiene care directly to patients in the comfort and convenience of their own homes, care homes and other suitable locations.

02 Do I need a referral from a dentist? +

No, Dental hygienists and dental therapists can see patients directly without a referral from a dentist (Direct Access). Following your assessment, if anything is identified that requires treatment or investigation outside the scope of the mobile service, you will be advised and referred or signposted to an appropriate dental or healthcare professional.

03 Where does Reandon Smiles provide dental hygiene care? +

Reandon Smiles is based near Swindon and serves patients across Swindon, the Cotswolds and surrounding areas. If you are unsure whether your location is covered, please contact us to discuss your area.

04 Can I receive dental hygiene treatment at home? +

Yes. Our mobile service is designed to bring professional dental hygiene care directly to your home, care home or another suitable location using professional portable dental equipment.

05 Who can use the Reandon Smiles service? +

The service is not exclusively for elderly or housebound patients. It can be suitable for busy professionals, people with limited mobility, older adults, care home residents, people who prefer privacy at home and anyone who values the convenience of having their dental hygienist come to them.

06 What services does Reandon Smiles offer? +

Services include oral health screening and assessment, mouth cancer screening, routine dental hygiene appointments, professional dental cleaning, periodontal gum disease treatment and ongoing management, denture cleaning, personalised oral health instruction, fluoride application and diet and oral health advice.

07 What happens during an oral health assessment? +

The assessment considers relevant medical and dental history, gum health, supporting tissues, oral hygiene and factors that may increase the risk of oral disease. Where appropriate, periodontal measurements may also be recorded. Findings are explained clearly and an appropriate care plan is discussed.

08 Does Reandon Smiles provide mouth cancer screening? +

Yes. Mouth cancer screening is carried out as part of preventative oral healthcare. The visible soft tissues of the mouth are examined for unusual changes or abnormalities. A screening does not provide a definitive diagnosis. Where something potentially concerning is identified, appropriate further assessment or referral will be advised.

09 What is included in a routine dental hygiene appointment? +

Appointments are tailored to the individual and may include assessment of gum health, professional removal of plaque and calculus, cleaning of the teeth and personalised advice on maintaining oral health between appointments.

10 Can Reandon Smiles help with gum disease? +

Yes. Periodontal gum disease treatment and ongoing management are available. Following an appropriate periodontal assessment, an individual treatment plan is developed according to clinical needs. Initial treatment may require several appointments depending on the extent and severity of the condition.

11 Does Reandon Smiles provide denture cleaning? +

Yes. The denture cleaning service provides professional cleaning of removable dentures to help remove plaque, staining, food deposits and calculus. Patients and carers can also receive practical guidance on denture care at home.

12 Can family members or carers receive oral health guidance? +

Where appropriate, family members and carers involved in supporting a patient's daily oral care can receive practical oral health guidance. This can help them support effective daily oral hygiene between professional appointments.

13 Are evening and weekend appointments available? +

Daytime, evening and weekend appointments are available, subject to appointment availability. Contact Reandon Smiles to discuss a suitable appointment time.

14 What if I am not sure which treatment I need? +

You do not need to know exactly which service you require before contacting us. You can explain your concerns or what you are looking for, and the appropriate next step can be discussed based on your individual needs.

15 Is Reandon Smiles professionally registered? +

Reandon Smiles is a CQC registered dental healthcare service. Dental Hygiene Professional is registered with the General Dental Council with GDC registration number 131988 and works within the professional standards and scope of practice applicable to registered dental professionals.

16 How can I contact Reandon Smiles? +

You can contact Reandon Smiles by telephone on 07888 530385 or by email at info@reandonsmiles.co.uk. You can also use the enquiry form on the website to tell us about your requirements.

HOW MOBILE CARE WORKS

Professional Care, Where You Are

Reandon Smiles uses professional portable dental equipment to bring dental hygiene care outside the conventional dental practice environment.

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Get In Touch

Tell us about your requirements and the care you are looking for.

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Arrange Your Appointment

Discuss a suitable appointment time and location.

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Receive Personalised Care

Professional dental hygiene care is delivered directly to you.

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Domiciliary & Mobile Excellence

Equipped with state-of-the-art portable dental units for uncompromised clinical standards at your doorstep.

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