You would have thought that advances in dental technology would by now mean healthy teeth and gums were easily accessible to everyone, yet many people still don't see a dentist until they have an emergency. Which can be painful, upsetting and expensive. In fact, about half of adults are still too scared to see a dentist regularly.
We think helping each patient make the best choice according to their needs and budget is the answer, so while we are renowned for our outstanding dental implants, they may not be suitable for some people. Our approach is quite simple: we listen to each patient on their own terms and address their personal issues at their own pace, only ever doing what they are comfortable with.
We think helping each patient make the best choice according to their needs and budget is the answer, so while we are renowned for our outstanding dental implants, they may not be suitable for some people. Our approach is quite simple: we listen to each patient on their own terms and address their personal issues at their own pace, only ever doing what they are comfortable with.
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Everybody's got anxiety about dentistry. The difference at Aquae Sulis is we are sensitive to this reality at all times - we think excellent clinical results should always go hand in hand with our patients' physical and emotional comfort. About half the population don't regularly go to the dentist, largely because of dental-phobia, so it's clear that anxiety is still a really big obstacle to health for an awful lot of people.
The team at Aquae Sulis Dental is led by Dr Ian Bellamy. Having obtained an Honours degree in Microbiology with microbial genetics, Ian then read Dentistry, qualifying in 1991 from Dundee University. He has subsequently worked in a number of practices before taking over Aquae Sulis Dental in 1998. All members of the team are dedicated to the provision of excellent dentistry and customer service.
Our principal dentist Ian Bellamy has steadily built a store of goodwill among the people of Bath since he came here from Nottingham in 1998. His ethos is to always deliver the highest level of care possible, and to do what he says he is going to do, which is probably why we have become a popular referral destination for dentists across the region who need a safe place to send patients for advanced treatments.
Our purpose built private dental practice near Bath city centre has the range of state of the art equipment and facilities you would expect from a centre of excellence. We're committed to using the best technology modern dentistry has to offer to give our patients the best possible clinical outcomes in the least possible time.
Aquae Sulis is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which makes sure health and social care services in England provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, high quality care and encourages care services to improve. Patients we spoke with said they were highly satisfied with the their treatment.
Reviews (10)
Dan G.
May 02, 2021
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After over 10 years of faffing about and various procedures elsewhere, I scoured the internet for someone I could trust to sort out my dead front tooth - fillings and canal bleaching had failed, and I had started to loose jaw bone around the tooth as my body rejected it being there. I got a couple of quotes, I normally attend an NHS practise so not a big spender on dentistry. In the end I decided to stretch the budget a bit because I'd concluded Ian was the top man. I wasn't wrong. Ian actually cares... I mean, really cares about the quality of his work and getting the right result for the patient
Zoe G.
Jan 28, 2021
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Very impressed. I recently used this dental practise for the first time to get new retainers made as they were the closest practise who offered this service. From the booking process with reception, to arrival, to the appointment itself and follow up everyone was professional and polite and friendly. Thank you Ian and the team, highly recommended
Mike Hall
Jun 17, 2020
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Suzanne McKeown
Jan 01, 2019
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Jackei Hirst
Sep 11, 2018
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Myself and my husband had a consultation with Dr Mirza prior to our wedding day. Although my husband got orthodontic work, Dr Mirza managed to align my teeth with a really simple process which only took an hour! He also set me off on a course of whitening and I couldn’t be happier with the results. No major cosmetics but it gave me more confidence on our big day! Thank you x
Chrisitne Tedder
Jun 29, 2018
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I have never written a review for any service I have received or purchase made – ever!! Having been to Aquae Sulis for over 12 months of extremely intensive/extensive treatment I feel compelled to share my experience.
I am a mature lady who, over the years has experienced some horrendous and detrimental dental treatment, all of which I endured for the sake of vanity!! I was becoming increasingly concerned about the condition and appearance of my teeth and my dentist, at the time, recommended a full set of implants as the solution.
I was horrified. A dear friend recommended Dr Ian Bellamy at
I am a mature lady who, over the years has experienced some horrendous and detrimental dental treatment, all of which I endured for the sake of vanity!! I was becoming increasingly concerned about the condition and appearance of my teeth and my dentist, at the time, recommended a full set of implants as the solution.
I was horrified. A dear friend recommended Dr Ian Bellamy at
Paul O'Neill
May 28, 2018
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I had not been to a dentist for the best part of 10 years before I came to see Luke and the team and was, as you might imagine, quite apprehensive. From the moment I walked in the door I have rarely been met with such professionalism, compassion and expertise. Luke and the dental team have absolutely transformed my appearance and with it my confidence. I am genuinely amazed by the results. The level of detail and care that is taken by everyone at the practice is such that, over the course of several treatments, I came to actually look forward to my appointments.
The after care I've received has
The after care I've received has
Isla Willett
Jul 24, 2017
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I had a filling done on my front tooth today by Ian and am so impressed I feel compelled to write a positive review. I had knocked half the tooth out in my teens and was reluctant to have the original filling completely removed but he offered to work over it and I'm so happy with the result I wish I had done it years ago. He is a perfectionist and offers such a professional, friendly service. I would highly recommend him for cosmetic dentistry!
Sharon Alcock
Oct 22, 2016
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Ian Bellamy saw me when I was in pain and my current dentist would not give me an appointment for a week. He was reassuring, gentle and made the treatment of an infection and root filling needed far less painful!
The practice is a very relaxing, bright and 'enjoyable' environment, with easy access and parking.
The Reception staff were friendly and clearly part of a happy team. I received a call the next day to check on my condition.
Relieved and grateful; I will be switching dentists!
The practice is a very relaxing, bright and 'enjoyable' environment, with easy access and parking.
The Reception staff were friendly and clearly part of a happy team. I received a call the next day to check on my condition.
Relieved and grateful; I will be switching dentists!
Rachel Sheridan
Jul 24, 2015
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I have experienced many dental issues over the years and last year I reluctantly conceded it was time to have my front tooth removed. I had very little bone left as well as a root filling. There was a hole in my gum and besides that there was very little gum left.
Ian referred me to Gaston King who grafted a new gum line to perfection. I have been through three sets of temporary bridges and have just been fitted with a permanent porcelain set. Since my treatment started back in November I have had around 15 appointments at Aquae Sulis and have not dreaded any of them! There is a lot to be said
Ian referred me to Gaston King who grafted a new gum line to perfection. I have been through three sets of temporary bridges and have just been fitted with a permanent porcelain set. Since my treatment started back in November I have had around 15 appointments at Aquae Sulis and have not dreaded any of them! There is a lot to be said
