33-year-old NHS dental practice in Glasgow sold for the first time

Saracen Dental Practice, a well-established four-surgery, majority-NHS dental practice located in the Possilpark area of Glasgow, has been sold to a first-time buyer.

Originally founded in 1992 by Dr Robert Chrystie, the practice first opened its doors on Bardowie Street.

In 2003, Dr Andrew Barlow joined as an associate and, two years later became a partner.

Together, the pair oversaw the practice’s growth and relocation in 2013 to its current premises on Saracen Street, approximately two miles north of Glasgow city centre.

After decades of success and service to the local community, Dr Chrystie and Dr Barlow decided to sell the business to reduce the responsibilities of practice ownership.

Both practitioners will remain at the practice as associates, ensuring continuity of care for patients.

Following a confidential sales process led by Kevin Strain at Christie & Co, the practice has been purchased by Dr Abbas Hashmi, an ambitious first-time buyer eager to build on the strong foundations established by the outgoing partners.

Strain said: “Saracen Dental Practice has a long-standing reputation in the Glasgow community and represents an excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer to take on a thriving, majority NHS dental business.

“The sale of Saracen Dental Practice highlights the strong demand for established dental practices across Glasgow and the wider Scottish market, with independent buyers continuing to compete alongside corporates for quality opportunities.”

Saracen Dental Practice was sold for an undisclosed price.