1 Smile Dental Clinic is a four-surgery, predominantly private dental practice with a patient base of around 5,000 and an excellent reputation for cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Situated on Renfield Street, 1 Smile Dental Clinic enjoys a prime location in the heart of Glasgow.
The practice has been owned by brothers Dr Ryan Shum and Dr Dean Shum since 2021, over which time they have successfully modernised it and expanded its cosmetic and implant offerings. They decided to sell to focus on family commitments but will continue to work in a clinical capacity.
Following a confidential sales process with Kevin Strain at Christie & Co, the business has been purchased by Hanel Nathwani of Smile Rooms, an established dental group based in England. The acquisition is Smile Rooms’ first practice in Scotland and an important milestone for the group’s continued expansion.
Hanel Nathwani, Director at Smile Rooms, comments, “We are delighted to welcome 1 Smile Dental Clinic to the Smile Rooms family. The practice has built an outstanding reputation for high-quality cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry, and we were particularly attracted by its strong patient-centred ethos, experienced clinical team and prime location in the heart of Glasgow.
This acquisition represents an exciting milestone for our group. With nine clinics now operating across England and Scotland, it marks our first step into the Scottish market and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to sustainable growth while maintaining exceptional standards of patient care. Our immediate plans are to support the existing team, invest further in the practice where appropriate, and continue building on the excellent foundations established by Ryan and Dean. We look forward to working closely with them as they remain involved clinically, ensuring continuity for patients and staff alike.
Scotland is an exciting market and, whilst our current focus is on successfully integrating 1 Smile Dental Clinic to our Smile Rooms dental family and supporting its continued growth, we will always consider opportunities that align with our long-term vision and values. We are excited about the future and the opportunities this practice creates for both our patients and our wider group.”
Kevin Strain, Senior Business Agent – Dental at Christie & Co, comments, “I am delighted to have advised brothers Ryan and Dean Shum on the sale of 1 Smile Dental, a four-surgery Glasgow practice that has successfully completed its transition from NHS to private dentistry.
“The level of interest generated was particularly encouraging, with multiple offers received at the closing date, underlining the continued demand for high-quality dental opportunities across Scotland. It was a pleasure to work with Hanel Nathwani and Smile Rooms on their first acquisition in Scotland. With a strong platform already in place and clear opportunities for future growth, I look forward to seeing the practice continue to thrive under its new ownership.”
