Direct Pay Christmas Opening Hours

At DeCare, we understand that dental care is essential, even during the holiday season. Please note that during the Christmas period, some dental practices may have adjusted hours or be closed on specific days. We recommend checking the opening hours of your preferred dental practice in advance to avoid any inconvenience. We reached out to dental practices within DeCare’s direct pay network to gather information about their Christmas operating hours. Kindly find below the opening hours for select practices.

Fergus Dental Shannon

17 Fergus Rd, Drumgeely, Shannon, Co. Clare, V14WK16.

At Fergus Dental, they believe everyone deserves access to high-quality, compassionate dental care. Their practice is rooted in trust, comfort, and modern techniques so whether you’re here for a routine check-up or major treatment, you’re always in expert hands.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 9:15am – 4pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 9:15am – 5pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 9:15am – 1pm

Wed 24^th Dec – CLOSED and will reopen on Mon, 5^th Jan 2026

Dental Care Ireland, Ennis

Tulla Road, Ennis, Co. Clare.

Dental Care Ireland, Ennis is a modern, family-focused dental practice conveniently located on the outskirts of Ennis, Co. Clare. Led by principal dentist Dr Oonagh O’Regan, the practice joined the Dental Care Ireland group in 2020. Since joining, the dental practice has undergone an extensive refurbishment, now hosts a warm and inviting new reception area.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 9am – 5pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 9am – 5pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 9am – 1pm

Wed 24^th Dec – CLOSED and will reopen on Mon, 5^th Jan 2026

Dental Care Ireland, Carlow

83 Tullow St, Carlow, R93F2W8.

Dental Care Ireland, Carlow is a state-of-the-art, family-focused dental practice located on Tullow Street in Carlow. The practice joined the Dental Care Ireland group in March 2016 and offers a professional and caring dental service for all the family, including specialist orthodontic and endodontic treatments.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 9am – 5:40pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 9am – 6pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 9am – 5:40pm

Wed 24^th Dec to Mon 29^th Dec – CLOSED

Tues 30^th Dec and Wed 31^st Dec – 9am – 12 noon (Emergency Sit and Wait Clinic)

Thurs 1^st Jan to Sun 4^th Jan – CLOSED

Dental Care Ireland, Tuam

High St, Townparks (2nd Division), Tuam, Co. Galway.

Dental Care Ireland, Tuam is a modern, family-focused dentist located in Tuam, Co. Galway. Led by principal dentists Dr Catherine Vaughan and Dr John Burke, the practice joined the Dental Care Ireland group in 2019. The dedicated team at Dental Care Ireland Tuam offers a professional and caring dental service for all the family, from routine to cosmetic dentistry, including root canal treatment.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 9am – 5pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 8am – 5pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 8:30am – 4pm

Wed 24^th Dec – CLOSED and will reopen on Mon, 5^th Jan 2026

No.8 Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Cornmarket

1 Old Windmill Court, Lower Gerald Griffin St, Limerick, V94EY23.

At no.8 Clinic Cornmarket, they have developed a reputation for excellent customer care. Their practice is warm and friendly, and are committed to providing their patients with the optimum dental and cosmetic experience. Maintaining the highest dental and cosmetic standards, they strive to provide reliable, cost-effective family dental care, dental emergency and orthodontic services.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 8am – 6pm

Sat 20^th Dec – 9am – 5pm

Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec to Wed 24^th Dec – 8am – 6pm

Thurs 25^th and Fri 26^th – CLOSED

Sat 27^th Dec – 9am – 5pm

Sun 28^th Dec – CLOSED

Mon 29^th Dec to Wed 31^st Dec – 10am – 2pm

Thurs 1^st Jan – CLOSED

Fri 2^nd Jan – 8am – 6pm

Sat 3^rd Jan – 9am – 5pm

Dental Care Ireland, Sligo

Lower Pearse Rd, Knocknaganny, Sligo.

Dental Care Ireland, Sligo is a modern, family-focused dental practice conveniently located in Sligo Town. Established over 30 years ago in 1991 by Dr Michael Doherty, the practice has since joined the Dental Care Ireland group in 2021.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 8:30am – 5pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 8:30am – 5pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 8:30am – 5pm

Wed 24^th Dec to Thurs 1^st Jan – CLOSED

Fri 2^nd Jan – 8:30am – 5pm

Dental Care Ireland, Douglas

The Fingerpost Roundabout, E Douglas St, Douglas, Cork, T12EYC9.

Dental Care Ireland, Douglas is a modern dental practice conveniently located by The Fingerpost Roundabout, in Douglas. At Dental Care Ireland Douglas, their team believes prevention is better than cure, and it is our ultimate aim to keep you and your family dentally fit. Their team provides patients with the utmost personal care and support when caring for their oral health. The team of dentists and dental nurses offer patients the very best dental care in a gentle, pain-free caring environment.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 9am – 5pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 9am – 6pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 9am – 5pm

Wed 24^th Dec – CLOSED and will reopen on Mon, 5^th Jan 2026

Smiles and More

4 Eastgate Village, Little Island, Cork, T45CT80.

Smiles and More clinic was founded in 2008 by Claire Rath who completed her primary dental degree in UCC. After several years in private practice in the UK, Claire returned with her family to settle in Cork in 2002. Claire opened the clinic to offer cosmetic dental services that emphasise the importance of a preventative approach. She completed an MClin in Prosthodontics in 2009 at Kings College in London and has continued to maintain her knowledge with postgraduate training in Europe and the United States.

Hours

Fri 19^th Dec – 9am – 1pm

Sat 20^th and Sun 21^st Dec – CLOSED

Mon 22^nd Dec – 9am – 4pm

Tues 23^rd Dec – 9am – 3pm

Wed 24^th Dec – CLOSED and will reopen on Mon, 5^th Jan 2026

If you experience a dental emergency on the days practices are closed, our dental emergencies article can help you handle dental emergencies this Christmas so you can get back to celebrating in no time, or at the very least get by until you can book an emergency appointment.

The holidays are a time for cheer, treats and gatherings but they can also be tricky on your teeth. That’s why we’ve put together some holly, jolly, festive and fun advice to help you keep your smile bright and healthy while you enjoy seasonal indulgences.