Over 30 Years of Trusted Family Care

Gentle Family Dentistry &
Dr. J.P. McKenna

Established in 1985 on Barrack Street in Bailieborough. Providing trusted, reassuring dental healthcare for generations of families with a calm, gentle touch.

Est. 1985Bailieborough
Over 30 years of continuous trusted service in County Cavan
โœ“Gentle for Nervous Patientsโœ“Children's Relaxed Visitsโœ“Full In-Clinic Surgeries
Cosmetic Smile Enhancement

Teeth Whitening &
Composite Bonding

Brighten your smile naturally and repair chips, gaps or discoloration. Safe, dentist-supervised teeth whitening and cosmetic contouring tailored to your teeth.

Cosmetic CareNatural Shades
Gentle cosmetic shade brightening and non-invasive enamel enhancement
โœ“Lifts Deep Stainsโœ“Custom Shade Matchingโœ“Enamel-Safe Protocol
Restorative Precision

Crowns, Bridges &
Custom Dentures

Reclaim 100% chewing strength and confidence with durable ceramic crowns, fixed dental bridges, and comfortable full or partial acrylic dentures.

Restorative CarePrecision Fit
Individually tailored crowns, fixed bridgework, and comfortable dentures
โœ“Restores Full Bite Strengthโœ“Same-Day Dental Repairsโœ“High-Grade Ceramics
PRSI & Irish Dental Schemes

PRSI Dental Scheme &
Preventative Checkups

Qualifying PRSI workers are entitled to a 100% free annual dental examination and a subsidized scale & polish for just โ‚ฌ20. Medical card patients are warmly welcomed.

PRSI & Medical CardAll Welcome
Free annual checkup under PRSI & subsidised โ‚ฌ20 scale & polish
โœ“Free Annual PRSI Checkupโœ“โ‚ฌ20 Subsidized Polishโœ“Prompt Emergency Pain Relief
Gentle Family Dentistry at J P McKenna Dental
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Gentle Family Care

38+ Years Practice in Bailieborough

Cosmetic Teeth Whitening and Bonding
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Teeth Whitening & Bonding

Brighten Your Natural Smile

Precision Ceramic Dental Crowns and Bridgework
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Crowns & Bridgework

Laboratory E.max Ceramics

PRSI Dental Scheme & Scale and Polish Hygiene
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PRSI Scale & Polish

Free Exam & โ‚ฌ20 Polish for Workers

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Over 30 Years in Bailieborough

Serving Generations of Cavan Families Since 1985

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Gentle & Family-Centred

Care for All Ages from Toddlers to Seniors

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Tueโ€“Sat 9:30amโ€“6:00pm

Convenient appointments Tuesday to Saturday

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Barrack St, Bailieborough (A82 C6O2)

Town-centre surgery with nearby parking

Why Choose Us

Dentistry Centred Around Your Comfort & Health

Established in Bailieborough for over 38 years, J P McKenna Dental Practice provides compassionate, gentle, and modern dentistry trusted by generations of families across Bailieborough and County Cavan.

Patient Comfort๐ŸŒฟ Gentle Protocol
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Gentle & Anxious-Patient Friendly

We understand dental nerves. Dr. J.P. McKenna and our caring team take time, listen carefully, and deliver an unrushed, reassuring experience for nervous patients and children alike.

โœ“Unrushed appointments & reassuring care
โœ“Delicate local anaesthesia & gentle touch
100%Gentle Pacing
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Irish Dental Schemes๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Free Exam & PRSI Polish
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PRSI Dental Scheme & Medical Cards

Enjoy 100% free annual dental exams under the Irish PRSI Dental Benefit Scheme, plus subsidised scale & polish for โ‚ฌ20. We also warmly welcome Medical Card (GMS) patients.

โœ“Free annual comprehensive dental examination
โœ“Subsidised scale & polish hygiene cleaning (โ‚ฌ20)
PRSI & GMSAccepted in Full
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Accessibility๐Ÿš— Free Town Parking
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Convenient Surgery on Barrack Street

Centrally located on Barrack Street in Bailieborough town centre with convenient nearby street and public parking. Open 5 days a week including Saturdays.

โœ“Prime central surgery: Barrack St (A82 C6O2)
โœ“Open Tue to Sat: 9:30amโ€“6:00pm
A82 C6O2Bailieborough
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Our Services

Comprehensive Family & Restorative Dental Care

From routine family checkups and PRSI scale & polish to composite bonding, root canals, and dentures, discover our full spectrum of dental treatments.

Composite Bonding & Aesthetic Fillings
Cosmeticโญ Popular
AestheticSingle Visit

Composite Bonding & White Fillings

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CosmeticDr. J.P. McKenna

Composite Bonding & White Fillings

Artistic resin bonding to repair chipped edges, fill unsightly gaps, and restore teeth with tooth-coloured restorations that blend seamlessly.

Key Clinical Advantages:
  • โœ“Completed comfortably in a single dental visit
  • โœ“Conserves 100% of your natural, healthy enamel
  • โœ“Custom shade-matching for undetectable results
Scale and Polish Cleaning
Preventativeโญ PRSI Scheme
Schemeโ‚ฌ20 PRSI / Private

Teeth Cleaning (Scale & Polish)

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PreventativePRSI & Private

Teeth Cleaning (Scale & Polish)

Gentle ultrasonic scaling and prophylactic polishing to remove stubborn tartar, plaque buildup, and surface stains while protecting gum health.

Key Clinical Advantages:
  • โœ“Prevents gum inflammation, bleeding, and bone loss
  • โœ“Removes coffee, tea, and tobacco stains for a fresh feel
  • โœ“Subsidised under Irish PRSI benefit scheme for just โ‚ฌ20
Porcelain Dental Crowns & Bridgework
Restorativeโญ Precision
RestorativeLong-Lasting

Porcelain Crowns & Bridgework

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RestorativePrecision Fit

Porcelain Crowns & Bridgework

Custom-crafted porcelain crowns and fixed dental bridges designed to reinforce broken or weakened teeth and replace missing teeth with natural aesthetic beauty.

Key Clinical Advantages:
  • โœ“Protects heavily filled or root-treated teeth from fracture
  • โœ“Individually shade-matched to surrounding natural teeth
  • โœ“Restores full chewing comfort and smile aesthetics
Dentures & Repairs
Prostheticsโญ Custom Fit
ProstheticsFull & Partial

Dentures & Fast Repairs

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ProstheticsAcrylic & Chrome

Dentures & Fast Repairs

Precision acrylic and cobalt-chrome partial or complete dentures, plus fast dental repair services to restore chewing function and self-confidence.

Key Clinical Advantages:
  • โœ“High suction, anatomical fit tailored to your gums
  • โœ“Lightweight cobalt-chrome options for superior stability
  • โœ“Prompt repair and addition services for existing dentures
Tooth Extractions and Oral Surgery
Oral Surgeryโญ Gentle
SurgeryPain Relief

Extractions & Wisdom Teeth

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Oral SurgeryGentle Care

Extractions & Wisdom Teeth

Gentle extractions and wisdom teeth management under effective local anesthesia, with dedicated aftercare instructions and emergency availability.

Key Clinical Advantages:
  • โœ“Rapid relief from acute pain or deeply broken teeth
  • โœ“Gentle, careful techniques minimizing tissue trauma
  • โœ“Clear recovery guidance and post-procedure follow-up
Root Canal Endodontics
Endodonticsโญ Tooth Saving
EndoSave Natural Tooth

Root Canal Treatment

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EndodonticsRelief & Save

Root Canal Treatment

High-precision root canal therapy to save infected or severely decayed natural teeth from extraction, eliminating nerve pain comfortably.

Key Clinical Advantages:
  • โœ“Immediately stops deep dental infection and throbbing pain
  • โœ“Allows you to keep your natural tooth in place for life
  • โœ“Sealed with biocompatible materials and reinforced with a crown
Patient Testimonials

What Our Patients Say in Bailieborough

Read genuine feedback from families and patients across Bailieborough, Kingscourt, Shercock, Virginia, and County Cavan who trust J P McKenna Dental Practice.

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"Always have had a good experience, very quick and gets straight to the point. Dr. McKenna is brilliant at making you feel comfortable and stress-free."
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"Very good with nervous patients. I was terrified of dental visits for years until I visited Dr. McKenna. Calm, reassuring, and completely gentle."
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"First class dentist in Bailieborough. Put me at ease straight away. Explained every step clearly. Wouldn't go anywhere else in Cavan."
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"Had my annual PRSI checkup and scale & polish. Cost only โ‚ฌ20 under the scheme. Great professional service right here on Barrack Street."
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"Came in with severe toothache on a Saturday. Accommodated quickly, pain relieved immediately without any hassle. A true community practice."
Visit Our Surgery

Our Practice on Barrack Street, Bailieborough

Serving generations of local families for over 38 years in Bailieborough town centre.

Central Bailieborough LocationOpen Tueโ€“Sat

Barrack Street, Bailieborough

Located conveniently on Barrack Street in the heart of Bailieborough (Eircode: A82 C6O2). Ample street parking and nearby town car parks make attending your dental appointment effortless.

๐Ÿ“Address: Barrack Street, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, A82 C6O2
๐Ÿ“žPhone: (042) 966 5802
โœ‰๏ธEmail: bailieborough.dental@gmail.com
โฐOpening Hours: Tueโ€“Sat: 9:30amโ€“6:00pm (Sun & Mon: Closed)
J P McKenna Dental Practice Barrack Street Surgery Bailieborough
๐Ÿ“ Barrack St SurgeryOver 38 Years
โœจBailieborough Surgery & Patient Comfort

Dedicated surgery suite equipped with modern dental instrumentation, high-grade sterilization, and ergonomic chair setup for gentle family and emergency care.

โ˜…Dedicated Family & Restorative Dental Care โ€ข Bailieborough

Ready for Compassionate Dental Care in Bailieborough?

Whether you need a routine family checkup, gentle scale & polish under PRSI, composite white bonding, dentures, or emergency dental treatment, Dr. J.P. McKenna and our caring team are here to help.

โœ“PRSI Dental Benefits Accepted (โ‚ฌ20 Scale & Polish)โœ“HSE Medical Card (GMS) Patients Welcomeโœ“Over 38 Years Serving Bailieborough & Cavan