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Gunning Dental

Dental clinic 104 High Street Annan DG12 6DW email- [email protected] phone- 01461202508

12/10/2026

It’s Ortho Monday, and time for Myth Buster No. 3.

MYTH: Braces are only for teenagers.

There’s no upper age limit for wanting to improve your smile, but orthodontics is about much more than age.

For adults, the important starting point is the health of the teeth, gums and supporting bone. Previous dental treatment, missing teeth, crowns or implants can also influence what we can achieve and how treatment should be planned.

And braces don’t necessarily mean traditional fixed braces either. Depending on what needs to be corrected, options can include fixed braces or more discreet clear aligners.

Every Monday, Jayne dedicates her day to orthodontics at Gunning Dental, treating patients of all ages and with all manner of orthodontic problems.

Whether you’re 14 or 54, the principle is the same: understand the starting point, decide what we want to achieve, and choose the right treatment to get there.

10/10/2026

Sometimes brushing your teeth isn't as simple as it sounds.

When our mental health suffers, it's often the small routines that disappear first.

Brushing our teeth. Eating well. Exercising. Making appointments. Looking after ourselves.

And when those routines have slipped for a while, embarrassment can make it even harder to ask for help.

Around World Mental Health Day this October, we've written about something we see more often than you might think: the effect our mental health can have on our oral health.

Most importantly, we want our patients to know one thing.

We don't judge.

It doesn't matter how long it's been, how much things have changed or how difficult you've found looking after your teeth.

You don't need to apologise. You don't need to get your teeth "ready" before you see us.

Just come as you are, and we'll start from there.

Read the full article on our website: https://www.gunningdental.com/when-looking-after-yourself-feels-difficult/

08/10/2026

🍂 School autumn holidays are just around the corner, so here are a couple of dates for your diary.

Monday 12th October | Public Holiday
The practice will be closed for the public holiday.

If you need help while we're closed, please phone the practice as usual. Our voicemail will direct you to the appropriate help if you have a dental problem.

For non-urgent enquiries, such as rearranging an appointment, you can leave us a voicemail or email us at [email protected] and we'll get back to you when we reopen on Tuesday.

🎃 Thursday 15th October | Kids' Day

We're looking forward to welcoming lots of our younger patients for another Kids' Day during the school holidays.

And, as it's October, there will be a Halloween theme!

Fancy dress is completely optional, but anyone who wants to join in is very welcome to do so.

We hope everyone has a lovely autumn break, and we're looking forward to seeing lots of you over the holidays.

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05/10/2026

It’s Ortho Monday again at Gunning Dental, so time for Myth Buster No. 2.

MYTH: Clear aligners can fix everything.

Clear aligners are a fantastic orthodontic tool. They can treat many different problems and, for the right patient, offer a discreet and convenient way to straighten teeth and improve the bite.

But they aren't the answer to everything.

Some tooth movements and more complex orthodontic problems are better managed with fixed braces. Sometimes there is more than one suitable option, each with its own advantages and compromises.

That’s why we believe the conversation should start with what we need to achieve, rather than which type of brace or aligner we want to use.

Jayne dedicates her Mondays to orthodontics at Gunning Dental, providing everything from NHS fixed braces to private fixed braces and clear aligners for patients of all ages.

The appliance is the tool. The treatment plan is what really matters.

02/10/2026

IMPLANT MYTH #4: I've been told I don't have enough bone for implants.

Not necessarily.

Having less bone can make implant treatment more complex, but modern techniques give us considerably more options than were available in the past.

CT scans allow us to assess exactly how much bone is available and plan treatment very precisely. In some situations we can rebuild or augment bone, while in others we may be able to alter the position, size or number of implants.

That doesn't mean an implant will always be possible, but it does mean it's worth having a proper assessment before ruling it out.

Sometimes "not enough bone" simply means we need to look a little more carefully at the options.

An even better way to avoid this problem is to discuss the possibility of an implant before the tooth is extracted. Where there are concerns about bone levels at the time of extraction, Andy can add bone material so ensure the area has the best chance of being suitable for an implant.

30/09/2026

Little smiles, and not-so-little smiles, are always welcome at Gunning Dental.
We welcome children and young people under the age of 18 for NHS dental care, from their very first visits right through to their teenage years.

Our established team works together to make dental care positive, supportive and, where we can, enjoyable. We hold several Kids’ Days throughout the year, run regular Childsmile clinics, and our dental therapists play an important role in providing preventive care and treatment for our younger patients.

For those who may need a little extra help as their adult teeth develop, Jayne also provides NHS orthodontic treatment in-house for suitable children and young people registered with Gunning Dental.

***Please note that our NHS orthodontic service is for registered patients of the practice only, and we’re unable to accept external NHS orthodontic referrals.***

If you’d like to register your child or young person with us, please get in touch with our team.

28/09/2026

Mondays are Ortho Days at Gunning Dental.

Every Monday, Jayne dedicates her day to orthodontics, seeing patients of all ages and treating all manner of orthodontic problems, from NHS fixed braces to private fixed and clear aligner treatment.

And that brings us nicely to our first Orthodontic Myth Buster...

MYTH: Orthodontics is just about straight teeth.

Of course, how your teeth look matters. But good orthodontic treatment considers much more than that.

We look at how your teeth meet, how they function, their position within the jaws and, importantly, how we can achieve a result that will work well and remain stable in the long term.

Sometimes treatment is relatively simple. Sometimes there is much more going on beneath the surface.

Whatever the problem, the starting point should be the same: understand the whole picture before deciding how best to treat it.

Over the next few weeks, we'll be tackling some of the most common orthodontic myths we hear in practice.

25/09/2026

IMPLANT MYTH #3: Dental implants look like false teeth.

The implant is actually the part you don't see. It sits beneath the gum and acts as the foundation for the replacement tooth.

What you see is the restoration we build on top.

Our aim isn't to create the brightest or most perfect tooth possible. It's to create something that belongs in your smile, considering its shape, position, colour and how it works alongside the teeth around it.

And sometimes the greatest compliment is that nobody notices you've had anything done at all.

Good implant dentistry should feel like part of you, not something that's been added.

24/09/2026

Kind words from our patients.

We’re always grateful when someone takes the time to share their experience with us, and this was a particularly lovely review to receive.

From the welcome at reception to the care in the surgery, we want people to feel looked after, listened to and confident in the care they receive.

Modern technology is an important part of what we do, but ultimately it’s how we use it, how thoroughly we assess things and how we communicate with our patients that matters most.

Thank you for such kind words. They mean a great deal to the whole team at Gunning Dental.

21/09/2026

World Alzheimer's Day

Looking after our teeth is something many of us do without a second thought. But for someone living with dementia, even familiar routines can gradually become more difficult.

As dental professionals, we often have the privilege of seeing patients regularly over many years. Occasionally, we notice small changes in memory, communication or day to day functioning before those around them do. While we are not able to diagnose dementia, these observations can sometimes help start an important conversation.

If you are supporting a family member or loved one and are concerned about how dementia may affect their oral health, please know you don't have to manage it alone.

Whether it's adapting home care, making appointments less stressful or planning treatment with the future in mind, we're always happy to talk through how we can help.

Maintaining good oral health is about more than teeth. It's about preserving comfort, dignity and quality of life.

Address

104 High Street
Annan
DG126DW

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.gunningdental.com/

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