Dentist acquires County Down dental business

Dr Richard Morrison’s has acquired Fifteen Dental in Downpatrick, County Down, which has five surgery rooms and intraoral scanning and digital x-ray imaging, Down News has reported.

The business will retain the Fifteen Dental name, and vendor Ian Crutchley will continue to work at the surgery.

Morrison purchased Irvine Dental (renamed Morrison Dental) in the Castlereagh area of Belfast in 2024, and the total number of people working across his two locations is 23.

The investment was supported by Danske Bank.

Morrison said: “Taking on Fifteen Dental is a proud moment for me and my family. I’m delighted that Ian and the team are staying on, giving patients continuity of care and familiar faces. The acquisition will also broaden the treatments available at both practices, with implant treatment in Downpatrick and orthodontic care in Belfast.

Maura O’Leary, senior bank manager at Danske Bank, said: “[This is] an important step in the development of [Morrison’s] business and will give more patients in County Down access to specialised dental treatment closer to home.

“Richard has a clear plan for both practices, and we look forward to continuing to support him and his team as the business develops.”