September - October 2022 ‘WHY WASN’T THIS MADE YEARS AGO ... IT’S A BLAST!’ MAIL ON SUNDAY BOX OFFICE WHATSGOODTODORADIO BLACK COUNTRY RADIO THE STANDARD STORY BY JAY OSMOND TUE 20 - SAT 24 SEP capitaltheatres.com Distributed FREE to 5000 households/businesses in MURRAYFIELD
2 Do you suffer from: Back or neck pain Joint, ligament or tendon sprains Muscle tears or strains Work-related arm pain (RSI) Frozen shoulder Tennis or Golfer’s elbow Arthritis or generalised joint pains StiffnessHeadachesfollowing fracture or injury EARLY TREATMENT MEANS QUICK RECOVERY! Forth Physio clinics offer high quality physiotherapy & healthcare services in Edinburgh city. We have experienced Chartered Physiotherapists specialising in musculoskeletal problems, neurological disorders and Care of the Elderly as well as Women’s health and occupational health. 1:1 & 1:2 AVAILABLEsessionspilatesNOW Our two clinics are convenient for residents in the west of Edinburgh. Our headquarters are in the historic South Queensferry and our satellite clinic is in South Gyle which also has parking, disabled parking and is close to buses, the tram and an easy walk from the Gyle shopping centre.Weare available for face-to-face and virtual appointments. COVID safe We comply with all requiredrelatingregulationstoCovid19infectioncontrol Call Us Today! 0131 331 www.forth-physio.co.uk1296 27 High Street South Queensferry EH30 9PP Our addresses are: Gyleview House 3 Redheughs Rigg Edinburgh EH12 9DQ formerly JW Physiotherapy 01506 239 121info@jbdlinlithgow.com292HIGHSTREET|LINLITHGOW | EH49 7EJ Experts in bespoke jewellery www.jewellerybydesign.ukjewellerybydesignlinlithgowjewellerybydesignlinlithgowLINLITHGOW
Wow that was a fast summer! Welcome to the September/ October edition of your local business directory The Murrayfield Grapevine. What fabulous weather we have enjoyed this summer, and what a boost to all the events and the festival that took place in Murrayfield and the centre of Edinburgh, most for the first time since the Backpandemic.toschool and routine now, much more normal than it has been for the last couple of years. For your reference I include dates for your diary, including school holidays - please see page 32. I am delighted to welcome a number of new advertisers this month. If you are interested in advertising your local business and be delivered through the door of 5000 households/businesses in the area then please don’t hesitate to get in touch. All contact information can be found at the foot of the page.
The next edition will cover November/ December and January 2023 so if you would like to advertise anything for the Christmas period or maybe new year sales then this is a great edition to be part of. It will be distributed in the first week of UntilNovember.thenplease take care, and keep well Best wishes, Jill
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4 5 8 Coltbridge Avenue, Murrayfield, Edinburgh 0131 337 2226 07704 689 342 07894 224 352 l Routine podiatry & advice l Biomechanics & orthotics l Nail Surgery l Verruca treatment & advice l Home visits PodiatryMurrayfieldClinic Members of the Royal College of Podiatry & HCPC registered Vaji Naji BSc (Hons) MRCPod Are you looking for a holiday home for your petstay.netdog?Tel: 07555 benefitsBecomeedinburgh-lothians@petstay.net567385Homeboarders-Since2005aPetStaydogcarer.EnjoytheoflookingafterdogsinyourhomeEdinburgh,East&SouthLothianBranch www.murrayfieldgrapevine.co.uk Balgreen Library: 529 5585 City of Edinburgh Council: 200 2000 Murrayfield Medical Practice: 337 6151 Riversdale Crescent Murrayfield Medical Centre: 337 2166 Saughton Crescent Royal Infirmary: 536 1000 Western General: 537 1000 Sick Kids Hospital: 536 0000 NHS 24: 111 Police - Non Emergency: 101 Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 Edinburgh Airport: 08444 888 333 National Rail Enquiries: 03457 48 49 50 Gas - Emergency: 0800 111 999 Scottish Water (24hr): 0800 0778 778 The Murrayfield Grapevine is printed by Cowan Print Tel : 01236 821177 Whilst every care is taken in preparing this booklet to ensure accuracy, the publishers cannot be held responsible for loss, damage or omission caused by an error in an advert. Artwork is accepted from advertisers on the condition that it is legal and copyright free and that the advert is fair and accurate. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of claims made by advertisers or the views expressed by contributors, nor do the publishers necessarily share such views. We reserve the right to refuse articles and advertisements. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is strictly prohibited. To advertise tel: 07999 869 760 Email: anne&jill@murrayfieldgrapevine.co.uk
6 7 We will beat any like for like quote by 10% Free photographic survey/report with all estimates Annual maintenance programmes available to suit all budgets City of Edinburgh Council approved InsurancecontractorCompany approved contractor Full Public Liability Insurance All works fully guaranteed Visit our www.kemproofingcontractors.comwebsitePleasecalluson0131339467807941156599 Douglas S. Mackay Aerial & Satellite Services Tel: 0131 334 6885 • All Digital Aerial & Satellite Installation & Repairs • Domestic & Commercial • Fully Guaranteed Free Estimates • Sky ForeignInstallations,Satellites • Motorised Systems Installed & Repaired • 20 Years experience8PM8AM-DAYS7AVAILABLE ALL WORK UNDERTAKEN BY YOUR LOCAL COMPANY Mobile: 07811 329 234 www.EHDental.co.uk 2 Roseburn Terrace EH12Edinburgh6AW DENTAL CARE Call us for appointmentyouron 0131 313 3079 or email info@ehdentalcare.co.uk EH Dental Care open and accepting new patients Our very popular hygienist service is now extended - appointments now available on Wednesdays and Fridays Hygienist service available to non-members of the practice (minimum appointment time 30 minutes) A family run business for almost 45 years, The Bed Shop specialises in supplying a vast range from the leading brands such as Harrison Spinks, Sealy and Silentnight at prices our competitors simply cannot match. With over 400 five star Google reviews, we’re proud to be Edinburgh’s leading bedding advisors and look forward to welcoming you to our parking-friendly showroom in Bonnington Road.
8 9 Live life with dignity and respect www.eidyncare.co.uk Email: info@eidyncare.co.uk Tel: 0131 285 1221 Managed and owned by a Registered Nurse with over 10 years’ experience. Excellent Rating from Care OngoingHourlyExperiencedInspectorateCaregiversCaretraining Eidyn Care is an award winning care at home service which provides quality care in the comfort of your own home. Personal PalliativeFullyMealMedicineCarePromptPreparationInsuredCare All types of Fencing Work undertaken Wooden Decking Cleaned and re stained All paintwork Fences, sheds, wooden gates, garden furniture Garden sheds to specification supplied and assembled Power PointingWashingWork Paths, patios, walls For a no obligation quote please call George Currie on 07956 352 338 or 0131 337 2697 WOODCAREOUTDOOR Give us a call today joe@joejunk.co.uk88107850on623www.joejunk.co.uk Single items to full house clearances Builders trade waste welcomed Professional rubbish removal service CS Window & Gutter Cleaning are your local and reliable window cleaning service covering Murrayfield and surrounding areas .Window Cleaning . Gutter Cleaning . Conservatory Roof Cleaning . UPVC Fascia & Soffit Cleaning Frames, sills & doors cleaned everytime 01506 854586 or 07909 332 773 cs.window-cleaning@outlook.comwww.cs-windowcleaning.co.uk FOAM CENTRE l SOFA CUSHIONS l MATTRESSES l WINDOW SEATS l BOATS & CARAVAN CUSHIONS l FOAM CUT ANY SIZE OR SHAPE WHILE YOU www.foamcentre.org.ukWAIT.10YEARGUARANTEE 0131 667 1247 176 Causewayside, Newington EH9 1PNFIRERetardant Edinburgh’s Cushion Replacement specialists Give your sofa or chair a new lease of life with replacement cushions fitted while you wait.
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Introducing the Eye Health Check on the front line: Did you know we have invested in a hospital grade eye scanner? We currently have the only 4D Heidelberg Spectralis OCT in Edinburgh, other than the Princess Alexandra Eye Pavillion. Being even more advanced than the 3D scans that are available on the High Street, it enables our optometrist to detect the very earliest signs of eyeCatchingdisease.adisease early and getting treatment is key to preventing sight loss, so that’s why we decided to invest in our new eye scanner for our patients. Would you like to book a 4D HD Eye Health Check? Call 0131 553 9000. new everyday. Anon
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At Gibson & Syme we take your vision as seriously as you do. Unfortunately, having perfect vision does not mean you have healthy eyes. Your brain can compensate for your vision loss a great deal before you finally notice it. Don’t think an eye exam is just a prescription for glasses with a Gibson & Syme Enhanced Eye Examination we check so much more.
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12 13 Expert Hearing Care at HOME FREE Hearing Tests Latest Digital Hearing Aids All Make Services & Repairs Interest FREE Payment Options Ear Wax Removal Hearing Protection We Come to YOU! 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Expert Hearing Care at Home Our services: Free Hearing Tests Latest digital hearing aids All makes serviced & repaired Interest free payment options Ear wax removal All equipment portable, so we come to you Mark Coyle, is a local hearing aid audiologist with many years’ experience helping people hear better. @HearHereScotlandhearherescotland@gmail.com SMS Book Your FREE Hearing Test Today! 0800 228 9997 07932 079472 0800 228 9997 07932 079472 www.hearherescotland.com hearherescotland@gmail.com@HearHereScotland Book Your FREE Hearing Test Today! 0800 228 9997 YouSMALLESTWORLD’STHEwirelessCICnowavailableexpectyour hearing aids to fit perfectly with your lifestyle. Effortlessly connect to the life youIntroducinglove. Evolv AI, Starkey’s NEW complete portfolio makes effortless hearing the expectation. With Evolv AI Completely-In-Canal you can easily connect to other Bluetooth enabled technology such as smartphones, tablets, TVs and other audio devices. This gives you more control, ease and options for your hearing aids than ever before. With up to 55 million personalised adjustments every hour, Evolv AI delivers realistic and genuine sound quality in every listening environment without the need to do anything extra. When it comes to better hearing innovation, you can expect effortless. GlendevonServicesGardening A professional fine gardening service Services Provided Include : Lawn, Hedge and Tree Care, Fence Erecting, Full Garden Maintenance, One off garden tidy ups, Small Gardens Landscaped. Contact Us On: Telephone: 0131 337 5276 Mobile: 07785 547 311 Email:JimmyOrr@GlendevonGardeningServices.co.uk We are also experts in : Laying patios, Decking (with lighting if required) Rockeries, Window Boxes and Hanging Baskets our speciality.
14 15 Beautiful Bespoke Kitchens - Handmade in Scotland From our family to yours since 1980 0131 447 www.countrysidekitchens.co.uk9353 Utility Rooms/Boot Rooms Walk-in Wardrobes/DressingPantries Rooms Libraries/Home Offices Granite, Quartz & Wood Worktops Appliances from Lacanche, Neff, Miele, Fisher Paykel Quooker& Full Project Management Service Morningside Showroom 3 Church Hill Place EH10 4BE Inverleith Showroom 9 HowardEH3Street5JP CSK Advert for Planning Handbook_a.indd 1 12/05/2022 14:16 WINTER
to 3pm Ticket includes: tea, coffee, a light sandwich & a sweet treat. Join us on Saturday 3rd September and 8 October from 2pm - 4pm @ The Astoria Hall, 18 Kirk Loan Tea DanceCORSTORPHINE FLORAL ART CLUB Enjoy Floral Demonstrations by Qualified Demonstrators Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month from Sept –May In St Thomas’s Church Hall Glasgow Road Meeting starts 7 for 7.30pm For further information please contact Irene Young 01968 674064
Ross McDonald & Rebecca Vickery Registered Chiropractors from Corstorphine Community Centre, 10am
T I C K E T S O N S A L E N O W - £ 3 Tickets available
4. e xercise Whether you’re in good health, rehabbing a recent injury, or have arthritis, osteoporosis or another chronic condition, there can be benefits of having an appropriate exercise regime. Remember to speak to your health professional first so that you can work together to design an exercise programme that is right for you.
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5. HealtHy Nervous system Did you know that your existence depends on the trillions of signals travelling every second between your brain and your body? These signals can be ‘short-circuited’ or interfered with by improper motion or position of the bones of your spine. When these ‘short-circuit’, so do you. This is where Chiropractic comes in. Chiropractic works with your body and its amazing ability to keep you healthy. It’s simple, safe and scientific and many health-conscious people are making Chiropractic part of their lifestyle.
1. Posture It’s pretty simple. When the spine is properly aligned with its natural curvature and the entire body (from the ears to the shoulders to the hips, knees and down to the ankles and feet) is in balance, we maximize spinal health and avoid poor posture-related conditions. Ideal posture creates ideal balance; it also optimises breathing and circulation.
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2. NutritioN Balanced eating means taking in the amount of nutrients your body needs for optimal functioning, when your body needs it, and no more. Unbalanced nutrition in either direction causes your body to work harder. The key is to get the right amounts of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) in the right balance so that your body can function.
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Our society has come to a place where people are beginning to comprehend that you can’t get well solely by treating symptoms and sickness. Wellness interventions are aimed at returning the body to a state of health and balance. Illness is seen as a state of adaptation of the body that is caused by stressors. Unfortunately, these stressors are common daily events in our lives such as chemical stressors (the air we breathe, foods and drinks we consume etc), mental/emotional stressors and physical stressors (falls/ bumps, car accidents etc). It is the role of the Chiropractor to help coach their patient to better health habits through educating them to minimise their exposure to these potential stressors in order to attain and maintain balance and health.
3. rest Many people don’t realise what an important part sleep plays in our overall health. A lack of sleep or poor-quality sleep can increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Studies also have found that the less people sleep, the more likely they are to be overweight, develop diabetes and prefer eating foods high in carbohydrates and calories. Our body also rejuvenates itself during our deep-sleep cycles. A good night’s sleep helps protect us from getting sick and speeds recovery when we are sick.
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Barnton - Fri 14th October 12.30pm - £10 Stockbridge - Fri 21st October 12.30pm - £10 Functional FitnessMOT Why not book a 1:1 Functional Fitness MOT with our specialist Physio? Available on either workshop day. Call to book. All sessions must be booked www.balancededinburgh/bookclasses or call 0131 315 3105
Barnton - Fri 30th September 12.30pm £10
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2) According to an internal patient satisfaction survey of National Health Services patients in the UK with knee osteoarthritis, 98% said they would recommend Apos® to friends and family. 3) According to a study published by Reichenbach S. et al. in JAMA (2020), after 6 months of treatment, knee osteoarthritis patients treated with Apos® (n=111) reported 70% pain reduction (WOMAC) on average compared to 35% in the active controls (n=109). healthcare With large clinics and as well as a team with a pathway
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Stockbridge - Fri 14th October 3.30pm - £10 Apos Workshops See what Apos can do and have a FREE gait analysis.
DELAY SURGERY1 RECOMMEND2 PAIN REDUCTION3 86% 98% 70% Meet Apos® — a clinically proven, replacementalternativeaffordabletokneesurgery3 Use it for just one hour at home daily while going about your normal activities. Apos® scientifically retrains your body to walk in a new way that addresses the cause of your pain and is accepted by many insurances. Isn't it time to get back to doing the things you love? Still waiting for replacement?knee Covered by: SCAN ME! See Apos® in action Move better. Live better. We are an established
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Barnton - Tue 4th October 4.30pm £10
Barnton - Wed 5th October 6pm FREE Falls prevention Workshops Our specialised Physio will teach you about footwear, dizziness and the super six exercises.
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1) According to a recent study published by Drew et al in Population Health Management (2022), 86% of TKR candidates treated with Apos were able to delay surgery for minimum of 2 years. Similar results are also observed in real-world data on NHS patients (n=365) and a controlled study by Bar-Ziv et al (2013) with 84% and 90% delaying TKR at 2 years respectively.
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business offering Physiotherapy, Pilates, Massage and more. We treat all ages with many specialised practitioners in sport injuries and elderly care. We work with consultants, GP’s and are registered with many insurance companies.
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Discussing neuromuscular responses to knee pain, arthritis and evidence based solutions.
Stockbridge - Fri 21st October 3.30pm - £10
20 21 KeyLandscapes Ltd Company Registration Number- SC626847 0131 334 5046 0783 461 8625 thomas@keylandscapes.org Follow us on Facebook Key Landscapes provide all hard landscaping work; including andwallingpatiosdrivewaysfencingartificial grass. We also offer advice on products, landscape design and have an extensive portfolio of work. All work is guaranteed and we are fully insured. Shop undertakenAllBathroomsKitchensFromGarageAllAtticHomeFittingExtensionsConversionsTradesSuppliedconversionsdesigntocompletionjoinery&buildingwork 07557 098 438 59@duffyjoineryDuffyjoinery@outlook.comNorthGyleLoanEH128LB www.duffyjoinery.com
22 23 CALL US NOW: 0131 447 3135 www.james-erskine.co.uk Making Happy Homes 6-10 Church Hill Place, Edinburgh. EH10 4BD SPECIALCARPETSUMMER 30oz 80% Wool Twist£33.99Onlysq mtr 12 Colours, 4 or 5 mtrs wide eg - Room 3.25 x 4 mtr = £442.00 100% Polyprop£28.99OnlySq mtr 16 Colours, 4 or 5 mtrs wide eg - Room 3.25 x 4 mtr = £377.00 FREE. measuring . estimating . underlay . fitting . delivery . door bar . gripper We can also move furniture, uplift old flooring and dispose off if required. 0131 202 8489 07981 436 485 www.jandljoinery.co.uk jandljoinery@btinternet.com All types of replacement doors Made to measure doors & door screens New-never paint again internal PVC doors, made to size, colour brochures available. Replacement steel doors ideal for garages Small building alterations / repairs Kitchen & bathroom refurbishments / upgrades Replacement windows / Double Glazing Replacement parts for UPVC doors, locks / handles / letter plates / cylinders Sash n case window repairs Door cutting service - where new carpets fitted Composite decking in a variety of colours samples available J & L PropertyJoineryMaintenance Providing Excellent Service for over 35 years. FREEFULLYESTIMATES.INSURED For an appointment or information phone H. Russell Wanless MASSAGE THERAPIST 51 Meadowhouse Road Edinburgh EH12 7HW 334 www.wanlessmassage.com5988 Phone Appointments Only REMEDIAL MASSAGE HOT STONE MASSAGE SPORTS SCULPTURIINGTHERAPEUTICMASSAGEMASSAGEMASSAGEAromatherapy Gift Vouchers Available GUITAR TEACHER All ages Beginners welcome All styles and exams covered Based in S t Johns Road, Corstorphine Phone Ian on 07899 775 499 www.choresatwork.co.uk info@choresatwork.co.uk 1st Call(Edinburgh)LocksmithsLLP Your Local Master Locksmiths for ALL Edinburgh & Lothians LicenceNo.496 Master Locksmiths Safe Engineers All Lock Types Opened UPVC Lock Specialists Locks Supplied & Fitted Safes Supplied & Fitted All Lock Problems Solved Tel : 0131 477 1167 (24 HRS) www.1stcall locksmiths.com
24 25 Free Advice PC EDINBURGHDOCTOR 55 Ros eburn Terrace EH12 5NQ Shop open 10 am- 5 .30pm Mon Tues Fri 10am-7.30pm Thursday Closed Wednesday Saturday Sunday 346 07880753595 9387 pcdoc.co.ukinfo@pcdoc.co.uk Call out service in Edinburgh Laptop MAC and PC Repairs Virus and malware removal and custom built gaming computers Health checks and screen repairs Data recovery Evergreen Balerno Phone: 07596 068 455 Email us: www.evergreenbalerno.co.ukbalernolandscaping@gmail.com Andrew 07849109641Ferranti bowling club Tuesday 9.30am, 5.30pm Saughtonhall united reformed church Wednesday 5.30pm Anne 07821273666North merchiston club Tuesday 5.30 & 7pm Granton parish church Thursday 7pm Friday 9.30am Selene 07597969887Sighthill bowling club Thursday 5.30pm St BroomhouseDavid’s, 8Saturday&9.30am Nic 07743471946Leonardo Clermistonhotel, Monday 5.30 & 7pm Thursday 4.30, 6 & Friday7pm8.30 & 10am
26 Cleland Roofing Solutions Ltd started up at an office right next to Turnhouse Golf Club. We have 4 vans with 4 squads working covering all of Scotland. All carry out all roofing works and roughcasting which include: SLATING AND TILING BUILT UP FELT SYTEMS GUTTER REPAIR AND RENEWAL VELUX SUPPLIED AND FITTED ALL LEAD WORKS RENDER AND HARLING MEWP WORKS ROPE WORKS All the tradesmen are City and Guilds qualified. We have IPAF and PASMA certificates. We are members of Safe Contractors, Confederation of Roofing Contractors and Federation of Small Business. (SeeBelow) Fully insured for all working at height, gas and rope works. Head Office: 6A Lothian Street, Bonnyrigg, EH19 3AD Office: 146/2 Turnhouse Road Edinburgh EH12 0AD 07738 659 959 or 0131 364 George@clelandroofingsolutions.co.uk4212www.clelandroofingsolutions.co.uk George Cleland -Managing Director We have over 100 years combined experience in the trade LANGUAGE C WITH A DIFFER FRENCH • SPANISH • ITALIAN • GERMAN EDINBURGH AND ONLINE www.shopwithmyrep.co.uk/ FREE gift with your 1st order orders over £23 were free delivery at 20/08/2022 CALL US NOW: 0131 447 3135 6-10 Church Hill Place, Edinburgh. EH10 4BDSPECIALISTSRE-UPHOLSTERYwww.james-erskine.co.uk Quotes are FREE - and we come to you Choose from a huge selection of fabrics Collection, and delivery in 2-4 weeks We have full repair services French Polishing UPTO 70%OFFFabrics We are still working so please get intouch Making Happy Homes
29 Over 40 years legal experience serving Murrayfield LOCALTRUSTEDEXPERIENCED l House purchase & sales l Divorce/separation & family law l Wills, power of attorneys and executry administration l Inheritance tax advice & financial planning l Car parking on site l Home visits can be arranged 0131 316 4666 dmdlaw.co.uk
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31 What are you waiting for? Please call our friendly reception team on 0131 385 7777 and book your next appointment. Mention Corstorphine Grapevine and avail the special offers opposite! We also offer a range of monthly dental plans to help you spread out the cost of regular check-ups and hygiene for adults and regular check-ups and fluoride application for children. If you are interested in our monthly dental plans, please visit our website. In recognition of our efforts and achievement, we were awarded the Best New Practice at the Scottish Dentistry Awards in November 2021. Sunrise Dental Clinic is a family-owned, specialist-based dental clinic based in the heart of Corstorphine at 76 St John’s Rd. It is our vision to provide seamless care from childhood through to adolescence and into adulthood. We want patients to feel cared for and receive the best evidencebased care appropriate to them. We offer comprehensive dental care in the following specialist areas:
Our specialist Orthodontist, Dr Mo Almuzian, has vast experience in the field of adult and children’s Orthodontics encompassing 21 years. Dr Mo has a particular interest in children/ adult orthodontics, orthognathic surgery, miniscrews, clear aligners, digital orthodontics and lingual orthodontics.
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Dr Julie has many years’ experience in providing most oral surgical procedures including; removal of teeth and roots, including wisdom teeth and supernumerary (extra) teeth. She can surgically expose teeth that are in the wrong position so that the orthodontist can pull them into the correct Sheposition.also is happy to provide soft tissue surgery such as frenectomy (removal of the strip of skin keeping teeth apart or causing a tongue-tie), and biopsy (removal of non-cancerous lumps in the mouth and lips). If cysts (fluid filled sacs) are found in your jaw or associated with any of your teeth that might not be coming through she is often happy to remove these. She can treat with or without sedation. Services include removal of wisdom teeth, removal of teeth and roots, exposure of unerupted teeth, biopsy, apicectomy of retrograde root filling, and cyst removal.
Dental Clinic . 76 St John’s Rd . Corstorphine . EH12 8AT . Edinburgh . UK Tel: 0131 385 77 reception@sunrisedental.co.uk77www.sunrisedental.co.uk
Paediatric dentistry involves providing specialised oral health care for babies, children, and teens.
Dr Libi qualified as a dental surgeon in 2006 and pursued her passion in advocating oral health for children by completing her Clinical Dentistry Doctorate in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of DrEdinburgh.Libiisskilled in making the most anxious of children feel at ease in the dental setting by utilising many behavioural management and inhalation sedation techniques. She keeps it fun for the children and even sings Disney songs and learns about their interests, establishing trust and enabling her to give the best possible dental treatment.
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We also have a general dentist, Dr Ryan Jenkins who offers a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry treatments. We also have direct access to hygiene services. You don’t need to be a previous patient with us to be able to book a hygiene scale and polish appointment.
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General dental services include veneers, tooth whitening, onlays, extractions, crowns, bridges, fillings, dentures, & more.
Services include stabilising splints, anterior repositing splints and physiotherapeutic treatments.
Dr Mo is passionate about basing his treatments on producing a healthy foundation with functional aesthetic orthodontic outcomes. All suggested treatment plans are based upon researched evidence and customized according to the difficulty and aesthetic end result required. He uses the cutting-edge technology to enable him to achieve outstanding results. Services include fixed metal braces, fixed ceramic braces, clear aligners, lingual orthodontics, removal of braces, retainers, mouthguards, auxiliary appliances & more.
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consultationFREEbelow.Orthodontic with Dr Mo Almuzian worth £120 25% discount on new patient comprehensive dental examination with Dr Ryan Jenkins - £75 instead of £99 25% discount on your first hygiene appointment of 45 minutes - £75 instead of £100 Tooth whitening package - £350 which includes all of the below Check-up with Dr Ryan Jenkins 30-min 3DappointmentHygienescanofyour teeth to produce custom whitening tray Boutique whitening kit to take home Review appointment
Do you suffer from facial pain or jaw joint Drdisorders?Ziadishighly skilled, highly experienced and passionate about the management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and facial pain by adopting numerous conservative non-surgical evidence-based treatments including a wide range of splint therapy, pharmacological, occlusal alteration, and physiotherapeutic treatments mainly aiming at the reduction of pain and improving oral function.
Services include fluoride treatment, sealants, fillings, extractions, ICON, MIH, anxiety management, dental trauma, cosmetic strip crowns & more.
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Sunday 30th RemembranceNOVEMBERFriday 11th Children in Need Friday 18th St Andrew’s Day Wednesday 30th Closed*: Murrayfield Medical Centre: Saughton Crescent Mon - Friday 8am-6pm Tel: 0131 337 6151 Murrayfield Medical Practice: Riversdale Crescent Mon - Friday 8am-6pm Closed*: Public MondayHoliday19thSeptember all day Tel: 0131 337 2166 Thursdays for training between 12.15pm & 1.15pm Public Holiday 19th Sept * Dates correct at time of printing
Also, we’d like to thank Jill at The Grapevine who has kept in touch with us throughout this challenging time, and of course our regular customers, without them there would be no business....
CCF pupils and some SMC DofE) Public holiday - Monday 19th
Teacher In-Service Day 24th School pupils resume Tues 25th Erskine Stewart’s Melville
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Teacher In-Service Day 24th School pupils resume Tues 25th Edinburgh Academy Mon 10th - Mon 24th (incl.)
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Remember to get those gutters cleaned before Winter, no-one wants a leaking gutter to cause issues in bad weather. We now have to charge our customers for any estimates we do, but if the estimate is accepted the money is refunded to the customer. Maybe this will change if the price of fuel comes down, but until then being a small business we really have no other option. We would rather do this than put prices up for everyone. Hopefully our customers will understand our position.
Our Maintenance plan is worth asking about when you phone, if you join the Roof Maintenance Plan, and your roof is registered with us you will receive a discount on all further building works carried out at your address.
Unit 1/88 Saughton Road North, Edinburgh EH12 We do: M.O.T. your roof with us, we will keep you covered.
Gary really had no choice but to scale things down due to the pandemic. He himself caught covid twice, and was really unwell. The guy’s all got it too, all at different times, so it’s taken it’s toll on the business as well as everyone’s health, but we are now in a position to take on any problems you may have regarding building works.
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There have been some changes since we last advertised, Shaun is now working and living down South, and really settled into a completely different line of work, We wish him all the best.
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Hi Again Everyone Well, It’s been a while since we appeared in The Grapevine, but we’re so glad to be able to reach out to you all again.
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Remember no job is too big or small, we still offer the same 1st Class service on all our works
Dex has also left, and is now driving buses in Edinburgh, so watch out for him if you’re out and about, and say hello, {No free fares though}.
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Up to 25 new trees are to be planted along the Water of Leith upstream from Roseburn Park. As previous plantings have suffered from inadequate watering, neighbouring households will be encouraged to “Adopt a Tree” and undertake regular watering during spells of dry weather.
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• reconfiguration of the Roseburn Street/Russell Road junction to give priority to Russell Road is supported by traffic modelling and will go ahead despite local objection. Bin Hubs The proposal to locate one of 55 proposed new communal bin hubs by the Old Colt Bridge is the subject of concerns including obstruction and noise (especially from glass recycling). MCC questions the need for a bin hub at this location in view of plans for another one nearby at the foot of Murrayfield Avenue, to be provided as part of the CCWEL-related Rejuvenating Roseburn project.
37 Corstorphine Road – Following a Scottish Ministers’ decision, the application is to be granted for demolition of the detached house and construction on the site of a 20-unit block of flats.
9 Kinellan Road – More than 8 months after submission the application for the proposed 14-home development on an ecologically sensitive site in the West Murrayfield Conservation Area is still “awaiting assessment”. The deficiencies noted by MCC have not yet been corrected. MCC is concerned at the progressive urbanisation of west Murrayfield and continues to hope that planning permission will be refused for such an inappropriate and damaging development.
The current position on the CCWEL works at Roseburn is as follows:• work on the north side of Roseburn Terrace will begin in early September, targeting completion by 5 December 2022 (An appeal by local traders for suspension of work during the pre-Christmas season beginning in early November has been refused);
Balgreen Tunnel A group of local residents is addressing the problems of litter, damp and graffiti in the Balgreen pedestrian tunnel. Thanks to their efforts all the lights are now working. A survey has indicated strong local support for an artwork project to enhance the tunnel and a website (bigweebalgreentunnelproject.co.uk) has been set up by the campaigners.Follow MCC on Facebook and Twitter.
Future Meetings Next Meeting: Tuesday, 30 August 2022 starting at 7.30pm. It is currently planned to hold this meeting in person. Please see the MCC websitewww.murrayfieldcc.org.uk for up to date information and for full Minutes of meetings.
Planning and Licensing 9 and 11 Corstorphine Road – The simultaneous applications for partial demolition of the 1.5-storey Victorian cottages and reconstruction as a 2.5-storey house in contemporary style, to which MCC submitted objection out of concern for heritage loss, have been granted.
• the ban on right turns into Roseburn Street will remain in place until completion of all CCWEL works in the Roseburn sector;
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Contrast and drama Pay attention to foliage if you want to create some astonishing contrast. Acers, in particular, are now working their way to a crescendo. Their
The same applies to heathers, with late-summer and autumn flowers in pinks, purples and white. Erica varieties like free-draining soil in light shade and they can look stunning when planted amongst rocks and boulders, or towards the front of borders. Calluna, or ling heathers, like full sun in acid soil, so there is a heather suitable for almost any location except full shade or bog. More shrubs and perennials for September
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Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast tissue, when cells begin to divide and grow in an unusual and uncontrolled way. One of the dangers of breast cancer is how easily it can be spread to other parts of the body. This is due to the network of lymph glands close to the breast, which are part of the lymphatic system that runs throughout the body. Cancer cells that have broken away from the breast tissue can be carried by lymph fluid to nearby lymph nodes.
A nipple change, for example an inversion
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Unusual discharge from the nipple
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A change to the skin, such as puckering or dimpling
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“Bet your Dad will be celebrating with another pint.” Melanie switched off the television. The dog up the road was still whining. “I’m going to have to see about that poor animal.” “I’m coming with you.” Alice stood up. They walked up the road towards Val’s house. The conifers had taken a severe pruning. Three naked trunks stood where once there had been a thick bush of dark foliage, and Melanie could see the trimmed branches in a heap around them.
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Aunty Val up the road had asked Melanie to trim her conifers while she was away. The trees were veiled in cobwebs, and blocked out Val’s light. Melanie had agreed, then struck a deal with Darryl whereby he tackled the trees while she cooked egg and chips for them to enjoy while they watched the match together.
“Typical! He’s only half done the job,” she declared. “He’s not tidied up.” Within the branches she could hear the dog whining.“Is it trapped under there?” Alice began to run. “Mum, it’s not a dog at all,” she called out, pulling the
“Just my pride,” he said. “You’ve taped the match, right?” Alice gave Melanie a meaningful look. “Why didn’t you just climb out?” “I daren’t,” Darryl whined. “Too manyByspiders.”JackieBrewster something
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“Tree trimming’s more your sort of thing,” she’d told him, not mentioning the cobwebs on account of Darryl’s terror of anything creepy-crawly. The egg and chips were now getting cold, kickoff was twenty minutes ago and there was no sign of Darryl. “Are you taping it for him?” Alice “No,asked.I’m not.” Melanie folded her indignantly.arms “And you might as well eat his chips. No point rightlyMelaniethem.”wastingwascross. It was their one afternoon off together and Darryl had gone absent without leave. She glanced at the clock and tutted. The dog up the street whined and she had a good mind to complain to the council about it.
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