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Call: 0131 550 1600 info@cherrybankedinburgh.co.uk Cherrybank Dental Spa, 94 Hanover Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DR
Kirsty Gilhooly – *Pain Free Dental Therapist
Jamie Kerr

Kirsty Gilhooly

Awards & Associations

Highly Commended – Best Dental Therapist North – Oral Health Awards 2021

Certified – *Pain Free Dental Therapist

Member – British Society of Dental Hygiene Therapists

Professional information

Kirsty graduated as a Dental Therapist in 2014 from the University of Highlands and Islands, winning Student of the Year.

Kirsty has worked in both the private and community dental sectors. Since 2020 she divides her time between two of the Pain Free Dental Group’s practices Cherrybank Dental Spa – Edinburgh and Dentistry @No3 – Dunfermline.

Under the remit of a Dental Therapist Kirsty carries out a varied number of treatments. With a special interest in providing high quality cosmetic dentistry and treatment for periodontal disease.

Keen to be at the forefront of the latest techniques and research, she regularly undertakes courses, including dental implant periodontal management, to keep up to date with her CPD allowing her to pass this knowledge on to her patients.

Kirsty enjoys building trusting relationships with her patients and believes a kind and listening environment is key to achieving successful results and maintaining dental health.

In 2021 Kirsty won ‘Highly Commended’ Best Therapist – North at the Oral Health Awards.

“Visited today for hygienist appointment. Friendly welcome as soon as you open the door by Barbara. Kirsty and Irene put me at ease and were very helpful.
Great place”

5 Star Review – Alayne H
Personal information

Out of the working week Kirsty is a keen hill walker, reader and enjoys running. She spends her down time walking with her husband and Bernese Mountain Dog, Monty. She has a cat, Binka, who enjoys it when Kirsty cuddles up on the sofa to read.

Another of Kirsty’s hobbies is baking. Please do not be fooled by the career in dentistry, she loves sweet treats. Combined with a love of travelling and exploring, she also enjoys experiencing different cultures and foods.

Kirsty has recently signed up to Pilates classes which helps with her posture for carrying out her job as a dental therapist.

“Wow! I had my first appointment yesterday with Kirsty and Irene, for a scale and polish.
This procedure in the past has been an absolute nightmare for me, I always needed to be numbed for this and still it would be agony because of severe sensitivity all over.
I’m totally shocked that they got round my whole mouth without me jumping out their seat at any point! Not one injection NEEDED for this and NO pain at all!

Thank you Kirsty & Irene, brilliant job”

5 Star Review – Louise F
At the Practice…
Kirsty at the practice

Kirsty at the practice

Kirsty at the practice

Kirsty at the practice

Kirsty | Cherrybank Dental Spa Edinburgh

Kirsty at the practice

Away from the Practice…
Kirsty outside the practice

Kirsty outside the practice

Kirsty outside the practice

Kirsty outside the practice

Kirsty outside the practice

Kirsty outside the practice

Kirsty outside the practice
Kirsty’s patient photos…
Before & after treatment with Kirsty

Before & after treatment with Kirsty

Before & after treatment with Kirsty

Before & after treatment with Kirsty

Before & after treatment with Kirsty

Before & after treatment with Kirsty

Meet Your Dental Therapist, Kirsty

If you’d like to know more about our dental treatments, we’d like to invite you for a Complimentary Consultation with our Smile Advisor. You can relax with a hot drink while you chat about how, and in what ways we could help improve your dental health.

Your Smile Advisor, Tammy

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Check Out Our Latest Patient Reviews

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Lisa rose M.
Lisa rose M.
Chris is amazing and put me at ease after some not so great experiences with dentists in the past . He’s really down to earth and a very talented dentist I am over the moon with my teeth , also no pain during treatment at all , his assistant Chloe is lovely . Highly recommend this 5 star 🌟 dentist
Stephanie C.
Stephanie C.
Lovely experience start to finish!
Aileen H.
Aileen H.
I visited Cherrybank Dental Spa in March 2024 for an initial consultation. Next step was discussing the proposed dental plan with Tammy Cardwell Smile Advisor. Tammy was very approachable and helpful. Following on I met Lauren Long Dental Hygienist who provides an excellent dental cleanse and polish. In December I completed a course of restorative work with John McAleavey and dental nurse Rachael. Dr McAleavey took time to answer any questions and gave me a full explanation re hairline fractures, bruxism, teeth whitening, composite restoration and ceramic onlays. He also presented photos indicating the reasons for the required treatment which is really helpful. I am very happy with the treatment I received and the end result. The reception team are very helpful and efficient. I recommend Cherrybank as I found all the staff to be professional and welcoming.
David M.
David M.
Very helpful, put me as ease with the conversation
James C.
James C.
Cherry Bank is an excellent Dental PracticeThe best I have experienced
I Z.
I Z.
I recently had an emergency appointment to fix an implant healing cap that I initially had done in Poland. What an outstanding place! The waiting area was nice and not overcrowded with people. The receptionists were absolutely amazing—everyone was friendly and calm, which made a huge difference in my experience.The service was so good that I registered my family straight after. Highly recommend this dental practice!
Jack T.
Jack T.
Excellent and detailed service from everyone at Cherrybank Dental Spa. I have never experienced such a detailed check up. Can’t recommend this practice highly enough.
Valerica C.
Valerica C.
Sexy 😘
Tim L.
Tim L.
The staff were excellent, polite and professional throughout from the girls at reception through to the dentist. Very satisfied with the level of service .
Samuel W.
Samuel W.
I went to this appointment at the end of my tether and very frustrated with my tmd issue. My dentist john quickly confirmed my suspicions about my bite being off were correct and contributing to my problems. He also took the time to go through everything in great detail and made sure I fully understood the road to recovery. I now feel like I’m in good hands and have a short term plan and a longer term plan to get back to good dental health. By far the best dentist I’ve ever seen highly skilled and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
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Cherrybank Dental Spa

Cherrybank Dental Spa, 94 Hanover Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DR, Scotland

Providing *Pain Free Dentistry In Edinburgh

Telephone: 0131 550 1600

Email: info@cherrybankedinburgh.Co.Uk

  • Monday 9:00am – 8:00pm
  • Tuesday 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Wednesday 9:00am – 6.30pm
  • Thursday 9:00am-6.30pm
  • Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm