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At Coleman & Starkey we believe in offering our patients friendly, relaxed, quality dental care. Our

Coleman & Starkey dental practice was started in 1990 by Mike Coleman, with Mike Starkey becoming a partner in the practice in 2010. Their aim and that of the entire team is to provide high quality dental care for the whole family in a friendly and relaxed environment, with an emphasis on making you feel happy and comfortable with us. We want to be a really good dental practice-perhaps not the big

gest or fanciest, but one which offers the type of care that is considered excellent. To maintain these high levels of quality standards, are one of a handful of dental practice in Wiltshire to be accredited with the British Dental Association Good Practice Gold award, and are Denplan Excel accredited. Our Philosophy of Dental Care

We provide dental care in line with modern thinking and only provide treatment in situations where there is a clear benefit to the patient. Dentistry, like all aspects of modern life, is in the process of significant change, so staff training and development is continual in order that we stay at the forefront of dental provision in the UK.

03/09/2026

🪥 Toothpaste: what should you actually look for?

With so many choices on the shelves, choosing toothpaste can be confusing. Whitening, charcoal, sensitive, natural… 🤔

Here's what really matters:

🦷 Fluoride: Look for 1,350–1,500ppm fluoride. It's one of the most important ingredients for protecting your teeth from decay.

✨ Whitening: Whitening toothpastes mainly help remove surface stains – they don't actually bleach your teeth.

🖤 Charcoal: Don't assume charcoal means healthier. Some charcoal toothpastes don't contain fluoride, so always check the label.

🌿 Natural: Natural doesn't automatically mean better. If you choose one, make sure it contains fluoride.

😬 Sensitive teeth? There are toothpastes specifically designed to help with sensitivity – ask our team if you're unsure which is right for you.

And the golden rule?

Don't get distracted by the fancy packaging – check the fluoride. 😉

🪥 Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and you're off to a great start.

02/09/2026

🎒✏️ Good luck to everyone starting a new school this week.

There's something rather special – and slightly nerve-wracking – about starting a new school. New teachers, new friends, new classrooms... and probably a lot of new stationery. 😅

This week is particularly exciting for Mike Coleman, whose youngest daughter is starting senior school. We think she's going to be absolutely brilliant. 💙

From all of us at Coleman & Starkey, good luck to everyone starting a new school, moving up a year or beginning a new chapter this week.

You've got this. 🎒😊

30/08/2026

Happy bank holiday weekend 😊

A gentle reminder that we are closed tomorrow - Monday 31st August.

We will be welcoming our patients back to the practice from Tuesday 1st September.

Enjoy the extra time off.

The Coleman & Starkey Team

28/08/2026

🎒☀️ Just a few days left of the summer holidays. 😱

How did that happen?

Are you in full-on back-to-school panic mode – frantically buying school shoes, hunting down uniform and wondering where on earth all the stationery disappeared to? ✏️📚

Or are you firmly in the "we've still got 4 days" camp, making the most of the last few days with a couple of family days out? 🍦🌳🚲

Whatever your plans, we hope you make the most of the final week of summer before the alarm clocks, packed lunches and school runs return. 😅

👇 Which camp are you in?
🎒 Back-to-school prep
☀️ One last adventure
😬 A bit of both.

26/08/2026

🍇 Dried fruit: healthy snack or hidden dental hazard? 🦷

Dried fruit might seem like a healthy choice – after all, it's fruit. But when it comes to your teeth, there's a catch...

When fruit is dried, the natural sugars become much more concentrated. Dried fruit is also sticky, meaning it can cling to your teeth and give the bacteria in your mouth plenty of sugar to feed on.

🍇 Raisins
🍑 Dried apricots
🥭 Dried mango
🍌 Banana chips

They can all be surprisingly high in sugar.

We're not saying you need to ban dried fruit from your diet. If you enjoy it, try having it with a meal rather than as a snack between meals, and drink some water afterwards.

And remember, it's not just how much sugar you eat – how often your teeth are exposed to it matters too.

So next time you reach for the raisins, just remember... healthy for your body doesn't always mean harmless for your teeth. 😉

Do you or your children snack on dried fruit? 👇

24/08/2026

🦷 It's time for… Dental Confessions 😬

We're all guilty of a few bad habits from time to time, so no judgement here... but how many of these have you done? 👀

📦 Used your teeth to open a packet
🧵 Thought "I'll floss tomorrow..."
🧊 Crunched on an ice cube
🪥 Brushed your teeth a little TOO enthusiastically
📅 Realised your "slightly overdue" dental check-up is now... very overdue 😳

Some are more harmful to your teeth than others, but we're interested to know which is the most common.

Be honest... which one are you guilty of? 😂👇

And if number 5 is yours, consider this your friendly reminder to get that appointment in the diary. 😉🦷

22/08/2026

🦷 We're closed… but you can still book 📅

It's Saturday evening, the Coleman & Starkey team are enjoying a well-earned weekend, but that doesn't mean you have to wait until Monday to sort out your next dental appointment.

Our online booking system is open 24/7, for both new and existing patients. 🙌

So whether you suddenly remember while having your morning coffee, sitting in the garden or at 10pm tonight that you've been meaning to book a check-up... you can get it ticked off the list there and then. ✔️

Simply head to our website, click the blue BOOK ONLINE button at the top of the page and follow the instructions.

💙 New patients are very welcome too, so if you've been looking for a dentist, you can now book online without having to wait for the practice to open.

Quick, easy and one less thing to remember on Monday morning. 😁

20/08/2026

Dear patients,

I am writing to let you know that, after nearly 40 years in Trowbridge, I have decided that the time has come for me to retire. I will be doing so at the end of October 2026.

It has been a great privilege to care for you and, in some cases, your family over the years. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the trust and confidence you have placed in me throughout my career. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know so many of you and being part of your lives over the years.

We are currently in the process of recruiting a new dentist and are taking great care to find the right person to continue the high standard of care that you have come to expect.

I would also like to reassure those of you who are Denplan patients that there will be no changes to your membership, and your existing arrangements will continue as normal.

While the final details of my successor are currently being completed, I want to reassure you that the transition on 1 November 2026 will be as seamless as possible. The familiar faces of our nursing, hygiene and reception teams will remain, ensuring that you continue to receive the warm welcome and high standard of care you have always experienced.

Thank you once again for your loyalty, friendship and support throughout the years. I will look back on my time in Trowbridge with great affection and many happy memories.

With my very best wishes for the future,

Mike Coleman

19/08/2026

🧵 How many people in the UK actually floss?

Here's a stat that might surprise you...

Around 1 in 3 adults report using dental floss. That means plenty of us are still leaving those hard-to-reach spaces between our teeth a little neglected. 😬

Brushing is essential, but it can't clean effectively between every tooth – that's where floss or interdental brushes come in.

So, if you're in the "I'll do it tomorrow" camp... consider this your friendly reminder. 😉

🦷 A few minutes spent cleaning between your teeth each day can make a big difference to your oral health.

17/08/2026

🌻 A little sunshine for your Monday...

There's something about a field of sunflowers that makes you smile, isn't there?

And while we can't promise that a sunny day or a sunflower will brighten everyone's mood, we do know that smiling is good for you – and sharing a smile can brighten someone else's day too. 😁

So, whether you're enjoying the last of the summer sunshine, walking past a sunflower field or simply starting your week with a cup of tea...

Don't forget to smile. 🌻😊

And if you're struggling to find something to smile about today, there's always cake. 😉

Address

Timbrell Street
Trowbridge
BA148PL

Opening Hours

Monday	8:15am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:15am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:15am - 2pm
Thursday	8:15am - 6pm
Friday	8:15am - 1pm
	8:15am - 6pm

Telephone

01225753198

Website

http://www.colemanstarkey.co.uk/

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