A KILWINNING dental practice has been bought over, helping to secure the future of the business for local patients and protect 10 jobs.

Main Street Dental practice was previously owned by Dr Mike Barnard who retires after serving at the helm for more than 35 years.

The business has now been acquired by Dr Ian Donaldson, who takes the reins after working as an associate in a large practice in Irvine.

There are plans to renovate the premises and buy new equipment, including a digital X-ray machine. Dr Donaldson has also started digitising existing dental records to make the process of booking appointments more efficient for customers.

Dr Donaldson said: “Main Street Dental has long been a pillar of the local high street, and a valuable employer for specialists in the area.

"Our programme of investment is already well under way and we will continue to look at ways to improve the service to patients in the community.”