At Nothing But The Tooth, our commitment goes beyond just providing high-quality dental care.
We’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in our community and supporting causes that get us closer to a healthier, more inclusive, and sustainable world. Here’s a look at some of the ways we have been giving back…
💙 Supporting Charities That Matter 💙
We are committed to using our voice, values and resources to support causes making a positive impact not just within our practice, but throughout the wider community.
£1,000 Donated to Alzheimer’s Society and Dementia UK
Alzheimer’s and dementia affect not just individuals, but their families and caregivers too. These conditions touch many lives, including those of our patients and team members. We are proud to have partnered with S4S Dental to donate £1,000 to Alzheimer’s Society and Dementia UK, who fund groundbreaking research, offer compassionate support, and campaign for change.
Pride Bake Sale – Supporting Birmingham LGBT
Inclusivity is one of our core values. To mark Pride Month in June, we are hosting a colourful Bake Sale in support of Birmingham LGBT – a local charity working to improve the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ people in our community.
Annual Macmillan Coffee Morning
Every year, we take part in the Macmillan Coffee Morning – an event that brings people together in support of those affected by cancer. It’s a wonderful tradition for us, helping to raise money, celebrate the strength of community, and enjoy the delicious cakes prepared by our staff and patients. We have raised thousands of pounds over the years, and have no plans to stop any time soon!
Tommy’s Fundraiser – £120 Raised
In 2021 we raised £120 for Tommy’s – a charity that works to make pregnancy safer and supports families through the heartbreak of baby loss. For every Google review we received, we donated £5 to the cause. All our patients’ kind words meant we were able to exceed our fundraising goal for this cause close to our hearts.
Black Friday for Good – £74 Raised for Acacia
Instead of promoting sales on Black Friday, we encouraged patients to engage with our social media post to raise funds for Acacia, a Birmingham-based charity supporting parents affected by pre- and postnatal depression. Thanks to you, we raised £74 to help them continue their essential work.
FareShare Midlands Big Give – £100 Donation
In 2023 we supported FareShare Midlands Big Give Christmas Challenge – a wonderful local charity who redistribute good quality surplus food to charities and community groups supporting vulnerable people, including homeless shelters, schools and food banks. It was wonderful to know that our donation helped provide 800 meals to those in need over the festive period.
🌍 Our Commitment to the Planet 🌍
As healthcare professionals, we recognise the importance of protecting not just oral health, but the health of the planet too.
100% Renewable Energy with Octopus
We’re proud to power our practice through Octopus Energy, which supplies 100% renewable energy from solar and wind sources. Switching to green energy is just one way we’re taking action to reduce our carbon footprint and build a more sustainable future.
Making Sustainable Swaps
We are passionate about finding smarter, more sustainable ways to deliver outstanding dental care, without compromising safety, clinical standards, or patient experience. While some waste in dentistry is unavoidable, we’re constantly exploring ways to reduce our environmental footprint wherever possible. One of these simple but effective steps has been swapping out single-use plastic cups for recyclable paper ones. We’ve also made major improvements behind the scenes, streamlining our storage systems to significantly reduce our use of plastic sterilisation pouches by thousands each year.
Dental Recycling Programme – 15kg Saved from Landfill
In 2021, we launched our dental recycling scheme, open to staff, patients, and the local community, to help reduce waste and protect the environment. Through this initiative, items like used toothpaste tubes, toothbrushes, and floss containers are kept out of landfill and given a second life through recycling. We’re thrilled to say that every year, as a community we prevent over 15 kilograms of dental waste from polluting our planet. It’s a small step with a big impact, and we’re so grateful to everyone who’s joined us in making their dental care a little greener.
🧠 Championing Health & Wellbeing 🧠
Creating a practice where patients feel supported and empowered is at the heart of what we do. But we also believe in looking after our team and encouraging conversations around mental and physical health.
Free Mouth Cancer Screenings for World Oral Health Day
In support of World Oral Health Day, we offered free mouth cancer screenings to both existing and new patients. By doing so, we hoped to raise awareness, promote early detection, and make this potentially life-saving check accessible to all. We want our community to know that they’re always welcome here.
PPE Donations During the Pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the strain on healthcare systems was immense. We donated PPE to John Taylor Hospice, a charity that provides essential end of life care to families across the country. We felt that supporting frontline staff at a time when every pair of gloves and mask counted was a small but important gesture.
Prioritising Mental Health in the Workplace
We also understand how vital it is to support our team’s wellbeing. That’s why we’ve signed up to Psynergy, a mental health platform that enables our staff to give anonymous feedback about how we can improve their experience working with us. Psynergy provides expert resources, guidance, and support—helping us create a practice where every team member feels heard, safe, and valued.
