Richard qualified in 2002 from Guys and St Thomas’ hospital in London and later gained membership to the Royal College of surgeons in 2004. He moved to Plymouth in 2007 to be nearer the sea. The plan was to indulge his passion for scuba diving although 2 energetic dogs, and family life have somewhat got in the way of this.
In 2007 he embarked on a number of courses aimed at improving his interest in cosmetic dentistry and facial anaesthetics. These included courses in wrinkle relaxing injection, facial fillers and chemical peels, Invisalign braces and Six month smiles. In 2014 Richard completed a course at the Eastman hospital in dental implants. This was shortly followed with a course in sinus lift procedures.
Dr Aldridge as a regular in the Plymouth Herald featuring in both ‘ask the expert’ section and heading ‘drop a decade’ makeover team.
Richard offers both routine dentistry to his regular list of patients together with an increasingly more implant focused treatment plans for patients referred to him.
“Such a brilliant dental practice. I’m an extremely nervous patient and all of the staff that have treated me (dentists, dental nurses, hygienist and the receptionists) have been extremely sensitive to this. They are...”
“My first appointment was an initial inspection. The dentist was polite and friendly and very helpful in explaining what he was doing and why as well as answering my questions. The whole experience was...”
“Great service from Dr Richard Aldridge and the staff . Treated with empathy”
“Had a check to identify possible problems. Very thorough examination. Listened and responded to my concerns re possible connections to recurrent sinusitis. Identified a decay problem hidden in a sensitive tooth and recommended extraction....”
“Amazing experience all the staff are pleasant and the actual treatment was professional and pain free”
“Excellent care and customer service.”
“Very friendly and welcoming. Brilliant service well recommended 👌”
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