Private Dentist Near Fishwick
Fishwick is a area of east Preston next to the River Ribble with Fishwick View, located in Preston, Lancashire. For private dental treatment not available within Fishwick itself, Tower Dental Blackpool sits 17 miles away on Devonshire Road. The 27-minute drive is a manageable one, and Tower Dental's team — including a principal dentist with MJDF Royal College of Surgeons qualification, a dedicated implant specialist, and associate dentists with interests in endodontics and restorative dentistry — provides depth that a smaller village surgery typically cannot.
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Why Patients Travel From Fishwick
Patients travelling from Fishwick to Tower Dental typically come for treatments not easily found in smaller village practices — dental implants, porcelain veneers, composite bonding and Invisalign with a dedicated implant clinician, sedation options for anxious patients, and written treatment plans with 0% finance. The journey is straightforward: 17 miles along the A59, taking around 27 minutes outside of peak times. Most Fishwick patients consolidate their travel by booking treatment alongside a routine check-up or hygiene visit, making the trip once every six months rather than more often.
Treatments We Offer Fishwick Patients
General dentistry makes up the bulk of what Fishwick patients book at Tower Dental: routine check-ups, hygienist appointments, fillings, crowns, and root canal treatment. Our Adult and Children's Plans cover the majority of routine care for a fixed monthly cost. We also offer cosmetic dentistry — veneers, composite bonding, whitening — and advanced care including dental implants and Invisalign orthodontics.
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What Fishwick Patients Typically Come For
For patients from Fishwick, the typical pattern is one consultation visit to plan treatment, then a small number of follow-up appointments timed around the treatment pathway. Composite bonding cases are often completed in a single longer appointment. Veneers usually require two appointments (preparation and fit), typically six weeks apart. Implants involve more appointments spread over several months — including surgical placement, a healing period, and fitting of the final crown or bridge. All timings are clearly explained at the consultation.
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Travel & Directions from Fishwick
Driving from Fishwick: The most direct route from Fishwick PR1 to Tower Dental (302a Devonshire Road, Blackpool FY2 0TW) follows the A59. Total distance is approximately 17 miles and the drive typically takes 27 minutes outside of peak traffic. Fishwick is east of Preston city centre near the River Ribble, so patients generally find the route straightforward and well-signposted.
Parking: Free on-street parking is available directly outside the practice on Devonshire Road — no need to find a multi-storey or pay-and-display.
Public transport: Fishwick patients can also reach the practice by taking a train to Blackpool North, followed by a short taxi ride (approximately 1.5 miles / 5 minutes). The practice is on Devonshire Road in the North Shore area of Blackpool.
Pricing & Finance
Tower Dental publishes transparent prices for all treatments on the website. For Fishwick patients, typical starting prices are: £40 Smile Consultation (cosmetic only), composite bonding from £333 per tooth, porcelain veneers from £471 per tooth, teeth whitening from £333, single dental implants from £2,380, crowns from £571, emergency appointments from £57. 0% interest finance is available over 6 or 10 months, subject to status. Membership plans start at £9.99/month for children and £19.60/month for adults, bundling check-ups, hygiene visits and treatment discounts.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Fishwick Patients
How far is Tower Dental from Fishwick?
Tower Dental is approximately 17 miles from Fishwick PR1, around 27 minutes by car via the A59. The practice is at 302a Devonshire Road, Blackpool FY2 0TW, with free on-street parking directly outside.
Is Tower Dental NHS or private for Fishwick patients?
Tower Dental is a private practice. For Fishwick patients, membership plans are available from £9.99/month for children and £19.60/month for adults, or treatment can be booked pay-as-you-go with 0% finance options on larger cases.
Do I need to book a £40 Smile Consultation if I'm from Fishwick?
The £40 Smile Consultation applies only to cosmetic treatments (veneers, composite bonding, whitening, implants, Invisalign). For general dentistry, emergency appointments, and hygienist visits, Fishwick patients can simply call 01253 353759 to book — no £40 consultation required.
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment from Fishwick?
Usually yes. Call 01253 353759 as early as possible in the day. Fishwick is 17 miles away, so most patients can reach the practice within 27 minutes of being offered an emergency slot. Same-day appointments run Monday to Friday and on Saturdays.
What treatments do you offer Fishwick patients?
The full range of private dentistry: examinations, hygiene, white fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal treatment, extractions, dental implants, All-on-4, porcelain veneers, composite bonding, Invisalign, teeth whitening, children's dentistry, emergency care, and sedation options for anxious patients.
How do I pay for treatment as a Fishwick patient?
Payment is due at each appointment by card, cash, or via your membership plan. For larger treatments we offer 0% interest finance over 6 or 10 months (subject to status). Finance applications are processed quickly and we'll explain all options at your consultation.
Is Tower Dental CQC regulated?
Yes. Tower Dental is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). All dentists are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC). You can verify any clinician on the GDC online register and view our CQC inspection report from links in the website footer.
Book From Fishwick Today
To book from Fishwick, call Tower Dental on 01253 353759, WhatsApp +44 7391 889433, or use the online booking form. New patients are welcomed and we typically offer consultations within one week of first contact. For cosmetic treatments, choose the £40 Smile Consultation at checkout; for all other care, booking is free and simply confirmed by phone.
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Why patients from Fishwick choose Tower Dental
Fishwick is the Preston suburb east of the centre. Tower Dental is connected to Blackpool via the M55 motorway corridor, with the practice itself located at 302a Devonshire Road in Bispham (FY2 0TW) on the northern edge of Blackpool.
Tower Dental welcomes patients travelling from Fishwick via the M55 motorway. The journey from PR1 typically takes 25-35 minutes and Devonshire Road is reached by leaving the M55 at Junction 4 and following the A583 to North Shore. Free on-street parking is available outside the practice.
As a private practice, Tower Dental offers patients from Fishwick same-week emergency appointments, comprehensive cosmetic and restorative treatment options, and membership plans starting from £9.99/month for children and £19.60/month for adults. The practice is regulated by the Care Quality Commission and all clinicians are registered with the General Dental Council.
Travel options for Fishwick patients
Connected to blackpool via the m55 motorway corridor. Free on-street parking is available directly outside the practice on Devonshire Road. Average journey time from Fishwick: 25-35 minutes.
Stagecoach services 68 and 14 connect Fishwick to Blackpool town centre via the A583. From the bus station on Talbot Road, the 14 bus continues to Devonshire Road.
Preston station provides direct trains to Blackpool North, with the journey taking approximately 25 minutes. From Blackpool North, Tower Dental is reached by taxi or Blackpool Transport bus 14.
Tower Dental, 302a Devonshire Road, Blackpool PR1 — situated on the central side of Blackpool with easy access from Fishwick (PR1).
Fishwick dental questions answered
Is Tower Dental accepting new patients from Fishwick?
Yes. Tower Dental warmly welcomes new 200+ patients from Fishwick and the wider Preston city and surrounds. New patient consultations are typically available within one week and can be booked online or by calling 01253 353759.
How long is the journey from Fishwick to Tower Dental?
The typical car journey from Fishwick (PR1) to Tower Dental at 302a Devonshire Road, Blackpool FY2 0TW takes approximately 25-35 minutes. Free on-street parking is available directly outside the practice.
Does Tower Dental offer NHS treatment for Fishwick residents?
Tower Dental is a private practice and does not offer NHS treatment. We do however offer membership plans starting from £9.99 per month for children and £19.60 per month for adults, which spreads the cost of routine care. Pay-as-you-go and 0% finance options are also available.
Are emergency appointments available for Fishwick patients?
Yes. Tower Dental offers same-day emergency appointments for patients from Fishwick and across the Preston city and surrounds. Emergency consultations start from £57. Call 01253 353759 to book an emergency slot — the practice prioritises pain relief first.