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About: Perth and Kinross Health & Social Care Partnership / Public Dental Service (Tayside)

(as the patient),

I had been suffering from a broken wisdom tooth for weeks. Having just moved to Perth and not yet registered with a dentist, I contacted Broxden as advised. I’ll admit I was a bit hesitant at first — my past experiences with emergency dental practices haven’t always been great.

However, I was seen by Laura and the dental nurse Hazel, and they completely changed my view. Even when the X-ray machine was down, both Laura and Hazel remained calm, reassuring, and focused on making sure my dental problem was resolved.

Laura talked me through every step of the extraction, explaining what she was doing and making sure I was as comfortable as possible. Hazel noticed how nervous I was and kindly held my hand during the procedure — such a small gesture, but it meant a lot.

I’ve honestly never experienced such empathy and professionalism from NHS staff. Both Laura and Hazel went above and beyond to not only relieve my pain but also treat me with genuine care and humanity. I’m so grateful for their kindness and the excellent treatment I received.

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Response from Kirsten Criggie, Clinical Dental Director for the Public Dental Service, Public Dental Service, Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership 6 days ago
Kirsten Criggie
Clinical Dental Director for the Public Dental Service, Public Dental Service,
Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership
Submitted on 16/10/2025 at 16:12
Published on Care Opinion at 16:44


Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly touched to hear how Laura and Hazel were able to support you during such a painful and stressful time. Moving to a new city and facing a dental emergency is never easy, but it’s heartening to know their empathy and professionalism made a difference.

We’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to both of them — gestures like Hazel’s and the care Laura provided are exactly what we strive for. Your appreciation means a great deal, and we’re so glad you felt genuinely cared for.

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