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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Nervous patients

Whatever your negative dental experiences, with our help you can leave your fears where they belong: in the past. With refined care and expertise we’ve been helping patients throughout Sturminster Newton manage their fear of the dentist for many years - we can do it for you too.

It’s important that you look after your oral health. Your lifestyle, psychological well-being and dental health depend on it. If you continue to avoid the dentist, this can lead to severe, perhaps irreversible, damage.

So, take the first step. Work with us. Tell us everything. In detail. We understand the panic. The sweaty palms. The rumbling tum. The unsteady legs. The tears. We also know how to ease these symptoms. As your confidence grows, they will disappear for good.

No pressure—you are in control 

  What does and doesn’t happen is up to you. You do not have to do anything out of your comfort zone. Why not start with driving by Sturminster Dental Care. You don’t have to do any more than this for starters. We have a beautiful practice with a calm, friendly, family vibe, which you will discover if you come in and say hello. Why not bring a friend or a family member?

 A Painless Solution for Anxious Patients and Needle Phobias

Are you one of the many individuals who feel anxious or fearful about visiting the dentist due to the thought of needles and injections? At Sturminster Dental Care, we understand how important it is to provide a comfortable and stress-free experience for all our patients. The Wand is a state-of-the-art dental tool that has transformed the way local anaesthesia is administered. Developed with patient comfort in mind, The Wand replaces traditional syringes with a pen-like device that offers unparalleled precision and control during the injection process.

the wand

No pressure—you are in control

What does and doesn’t happen is up to you. You do not have to do anything out of your comfort zone.

Why not start with driving by Sturminster Dental Care. You don’t have to do any more than this for starters. We have a beautiful practice with a calm, friendly, family vibe, which you will discover if you come in and say hello. Why not bring a friend or a family member?

We are happy to chat

This is your chance to tell us why the dentist gives you the heebie-jeebies—we will understand. Sit down and have a cuppa or two on the house.

Our staff are happy to discuss your concerns. We are trained, qualified and experienced in dental phobias. If this is enough, leave and have a think.

Meet the team—tour the premises

If you are ready for the next step, you can meet the Sturminster Dental Care team. All of us. Putting faces to names can help to break down barriers. As does understanding our systems and processes, our treatments and technology.

You get to know us. We get to know you. Have a guided tour of the building. Ask as many questions as you like.

Choose your dentist

Getting to know you means we get to play matchmaker. Partnering you with the dentist we feel is the most sympathetic to your personality and individual requirements. But, if you have a preference, we are happy to oblige!

Your first dental health assessment

Comfy chair, feet up, music in the background. We are happy to tailor the tunes to your taste. Or you can bring your own music and headphones and zone out to your favourites while we check your dental health. It doesn’t take long and is painless. We can stop at any time if you need a break.

Your first dental treatment

This can be as simple and pain-free as polishing your teeth or a sealant filling. You won’t feel a thing and will walk tall when we’ve finished. And don’t forget the music!

If you need a course of treatments, we plan these close together. This means you don’t have the time to fret and undo all the good work that has got you this far. Take the first step today…why not give us a call on 01258 473397 for a chat and to find out how we could help you.

Dentist

Ian Mercer

Ian joined Sturminster Dental Care in January 2016. lan-qualified from Guys Hospital Dental School in 1991 and has spent much of his professional career in the Royal Army Dental Corps including operational commitments in many countries. lan left the army in 2012 after serving for 21 years. Ian is really enjoying being part of the team and providing the best care to all of our patients.

Ian Mercer
Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Sturminster Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

789 Reviews

5.0

13th March 2026

Very professional and friendly

13th March 2026

Always polite, friendly and professional staff.

13th March 2026

From the moment you’re greeted by the receptionist, Jodie, to the appointment, with Ian and Jemma, and then upon completion of the treatment, with the reception team, you are made to feel welcome and a made to feel at ease.

JS

JOHN sutcliffe

My implant treatment with Dr Haasbroek has been thoroughly professional and I am very pleased. His attention to hygiene and professional skill resulted in an implant with almost no discomfort and a quick recovery. I would highly recommend this dentist if an implant is required or wanted.

12th March 2026

There is always an air of calm and courtesy. Patients know that the whole practice cares about them.

12th March 2026

The whole package.

AC

Araxy Camp

Lovely clean dental practice. Emmanuel was very kind and gentle and did his best to make me feel at ease which was really appreciated.

PH

Paul Hayes

Really good service and friendly professional staff

10th March 2026

Pleasant staff, friendly helpful dentist.

9th March 2026

Kindness and polite from all the staff. I am afraid of going to the dentist and I felt not so uptight. The dentist explained very clearly what had to be done to my tooth.Thank you.

8th March 2026

Good helpful patient interaction. Try to do their best for the patients

8th March 2026

I simply know that I am receiving the best possible treatment

6th March 2026

Kind and caring

6th March 2026

A highly professional clinical team, seamlessly supported by highly proficient support staff, all of whom come together to provide an outstanding patient experience.

6th March 2026

I was welcomed by the receptionist and did not have to wait long for my hyguenist appointment and was treated like a queen very comfortable caring and with much care and I thankyou for this service janette butler

6th March 2026

A stress free appointment with no problems

OF

Olivia Fowles

Very friendly and professional team. Making it a pleasant experience to go to the dentist.

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Henry Ellis

Amazing friendly staff, dentist was great too

MR

Matthew Robson

I recently moved from Bupa to Sturminster Dental care. I can’t fault it, a much better service throughout. Highly recommend.

27th February 2026

The friendliness and professionalism of all concerned at the practice plus the spatial rooms themselves.

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