I attended my appointment with Nikolaos aidinidis on Wednesday 27th May 2026, Nikos knows me very well, I'm the biggest scared cat going at the dentist.. He knows that,!!! he welcomes me with a big... See more
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I attended Ballysillan dental Practice. The staff are very friendly and helpful. My treatment was with Grainne Mccloskey. She had been wonderful. She explained all my treatment and has been very k... See more
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Comfortable and safe My dentist David made me feel very comfortable and safe and was telling me what he was doing every step of the way. I hadn’t been to the dentist since before lockdown and he w... See more
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At Smart Dental Care, we believe everyone deserves to feel confident in their smile. As a trusted local practice serving both NHS and private patients, we take pride in offering high-quality, affordable dental care to the communities we serve. What sets us apart? It’s the people. Our friendly, welcoming teams make every visit feel easy, while our experienced clinicians deliver outstanding care you can trust. Whether it’s a routine check-up or advanced treatment, you're in safe, skilled hands. With locations across the North West of England, Northern Ireland and Dublin and over 250,000 patients cared for, Smart Dental Care is proud to combine the personal touch of a community practice with the standards of a nationwide provider. We’re here for every smile – inclusive, compassionate, and committed to helping you look and feel your best.
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- At Smart Dental Care, we believe exceptional dentistry should be accessible to everyone. Our focus is on delivering high-quality care in a supportive, professional environment where patients feel valued and confident in their treatment. Affordable & Accessible Dentistry We provide high-quality dental care that remains within reach, offering flexible options designed to suit different budgets and clinical needs—without compromising standards. We Care for People, Not Just Teeth Our priority is how you feel. Every patient is listened to, respected, and supported, ensuring you leave feeling confident, informed, and genuinely cared for. Compassionate, Personalised Care No two smiles are the same. Our approach is tailored, empathetic, and trust-led, with a strong focus on reducing anxiety and delivering care that feels personal. Complete Range of Dental Treatments From routine check-ups to advanced procedures, including dental implants, smile makeovers, gum treatments, sedation dentistry, and orthodontic aligners—we provide comprehensive care under one roof.
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254 Ballysillan Road, BT14 6RA, Belfast, United Kingdom
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The biggest coward of the dentist SANDRA
I attended my appointment with Nikolaos aidinidis on Wednesday 27th May 2026, Nikos knows me very well, I'm the biggest scared cat going at the dentist.. He knows that,!!! he welcomes me with a big smile and them big hands of his
🫣 immediately we craic a joke and before I know it 10 mins, maybe 9, he has my big back molar out and Teeth cleaned, 🤷 I just want to say thank you for always putting up with me, I know I can be a pain in the butt!!! He does tell me off, but everything he says is true lol.... Thank you to you all, you could not meet nicer dental nurses as well. 😘
May 27, 2026
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Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your wonderful and heartfelt feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Nikolaos continues to make you feel comfortable and at ease, even when visiting the dentist feels daunting. Building that trust and helping nervous patients feel relaxed is so important, and it’s lovely to know his friendly approach and sense of humour make such a difference. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nikolaos and the dental nursing team, who will be thrilled to hear them. Thank you for your continued trust and support.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
The hygienist was excellent
The hygienist was excellent and very detailed with instructions, also as always taken on time.
February 20, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear the hygienist provided excellent care with clear instructions and that you were seen on time.
Great service!
February 20, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted you’re happy with the great service provided by our team.
Best regards,
Smart Dental Care
Comfortable and safe
Comfortable and safe
My dentist David made me feel very comfortable and safe and was telling me what he was doing every step of the way. I hadn’t been to the dentist since before lockdown and he was very welcoming, I thought I would have been told off but he was very nice.
February 20, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your lovely feedback.
We’re so pleased to hear that David made you feel comfortable and safe throughout your appointment, especially after such a long gap since before lockdown. Taking the time to explain each step and ensuring patients feel at ease is very important to us.
It’s wonderful to know you felt welcomed and supported. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to seeing you again.
The workers are great and very friendly…
The workers are great and very friendly and professional at there job
February 20, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind feedback.
We’re delighted to hear that you found our team great, friendly and professional in their roles. Providing a welcoming and high standard of care is always our aim.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to welcoming you again soon.
Feeling welcome and helping me relax.
February 20, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind feedback.
We’re so pleased to hear that you felt welcome and were helped to relax during your visit. Creating a calm and supportive environment for our patients is always a top priority for us.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to seeing you again soon.
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind feedback.
We’re delighted to hear you received great service. Your support means a lot to the whole team.
We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
Staff were very pleasant and friendly
Staff were very pleasant and friendly. No problems with the dentists who were very efficient place couldn't be any cleaner. Parking might be a bit of a problem at times
January 13, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found our team friendly, the dentists efficient, and the practice clean. We appreciate your note about parking and understand it can occasionally be challenging.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your continued trust. We’re really pleased to hear you feel confident in our dentists and appreciate your loyalty.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
Excellent service..top class dentists!
January 13, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear you received excellent service and found our dentists top class — it really means a lot to the team.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
From reception to dentist a good serviceles
From reception to dentist a good service
January 13, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you received a good service from reception through to the dentist. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
A fantastic practice with great dentists and staff
Am new to practice. Was very nervous at the dentist due to previous bad experiences. I found the staff and dentists very reassuring and friendly and understanding to my nerves and the dentist had great patience with me. would definitely recommend to anyone.
January 13, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re really glad to hear that our team helped put you at ease and were understanding of your nerves — that’s incredibly important to us. It’s lovely to know you felt reassured and well supported during your visit. Thank you for your recommendation; it truly means a lot to the whole team.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
Have been left with a great big hole in…
Have been left with a great big hole in my tooth for a month
January 13, 2026
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
We’re really sorry to hear this and understand how frustrating and concerning that must be. This isn’t the experience we want for our patients. Please do get in touch with the practice so we can look into this properly and arrange to resolve it for you as soon as possible.
Best Wishes
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you consistently have a good experience and find the team professional and helpful. We truly appreciate your support.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
Great friendly staff excellent…
Great friendly staff excellent recepenest.and amazing dental staff.
December 15, 2025
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind words! We’re really pleased to hear you found our team friendly, from the reception staff through to the dental team. Your feedback means a lot to us 😊
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
David the dentist is very nice
David the dentist is very nice, as well as all the other staff, I’m very happy with all the treatment I have received
December 15, 2025
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that David and the rest of the team made you feel comfortable and well looked after, and that you’re happy with the treatment you’ve received.
Your kind words mean a lot to us.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
staff very friendly ,open and honest
December 16, 2025
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind words. It’s great to know our team came across as friendly, open and honest — that’s exactly the experience we aim to provide.
nothing is a problem for the staff
nothing is a problem for the staff, all very helpful with appointments and times. excellant service.
December 15, 2025
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We’re pleased to hear that our team paid close attention to detail, listened carefully to your needs during treatment, and were readily available whenever required. We’re also glad your next appointment was arranged well in advance for your convenience.
Warm regards,
Smart Dental Care
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found the service from all our staff to be nice. Your appreciation means a lot to us.
Warm regards,
Smart Dental Care
Extremely professional and friendly…
Extremely professional and friendly surgery.
Have been with them for many years and hopefully many more to follow.
December 15, 2025
Reply from Smart Dental Care - Ballysillan Dental Centre
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear you’ve found the team extremely professional and friendly, and it means a great deal to know you’ve been with us for so many years. We truly appreciate your continued trust and look forward to caring for you for many more years to come.
Best Wishes
Smart Dental Care Team
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