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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.

Meet the team

Brian Thomason

Principal Dentist

GDC NO. 57874

Ian Mercer

Dentist

GDC NO. 66381

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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

659 Reviews

5.0

9th June 2025

The thing that always makes the experience great at Stuminster Dental is Brian ThomasonBrian has been my dentist for a long time. His work is excellent and the team he has created at Sturminster Dental are fantastic.I will be watching with interest the new developments that will surely come with new management. If the changes do not meet up to Brians high standards I will be looking for a new dental practice.

6th June 2025

All staff were friendly and welcoming. A comfortable and spacious waiting area. The treatment was pain-free, and thorough.

5th June 2025

Clean, friendly and efficient

KR

karen relf

Fantastic and professional practice. Great service and efficient staff, would highly recommend to anyone.

JP

Jeannie Pryce-Davies

I have been with Sturminster Dental Care for almost a year and have received excellent care. Each visit has been a very positive experience thanks to the lovely, helpful reception staff, the comfortable waiting area, and the wonderful dental surgeon and dental hygienist.

LG

Liz Gillett

Gentle dentist & no pain. Thanks

DG

Dominika Gelman

Excellent service.

1st May 2025

Felt at ease Friendly manner Explained treatment

30th April 2025

I received xcellent care and professionalism from all the dental staff involved in my care. The dentist explained exactly what would happen and when, which is very reassuring when you’re a nervous patient.

11th April 2025

Staff very pleasant and welcoming. Both dentist and hygienist appointments on time. Waiting room and treatment room clean and modern.

10th April 2025

It was the first time I met the new dentist and he took the time to introduce himself and explain the options available to me. He was very friendly and put me at ease .

8th April 2025

Having worried after losing a piece of filling that I might lose my tooth I was really happy that this was not the case. Dr Amuesi was very gentle, he refilled my tooth without any problems and me not having to return.

5th April 2025

Lovely people who care about people and there teeth, and the treatment given was very informative and encouraging. Very good practice.

26th March 2025

I ALWAYS RECEIVE EXCELLENT TREATMENT AND CIVILITY FROM SDC.

22nd March 2025

Manners!!!! Warm welcome

TW

Tim Williams

We have recently moved from Oxford and needed a good dentist as my wife needed some work. This dental practice is the best I have ever experienced. From the dental nurses, to the meet and greet. Amazing from the first step in the building. Well done to all..

3rd March 2025

Very professional and very friendly. Suitably patient centred

26th January 2025

Sturminster Dental offered what I would have expected.

25th January 2025

Ì am a nervous patìent and my appointments with this surgery are always so calming. The staff are all very pleasant and helpful and the premises are always very bright àn̈d clean.

25th January 2025

Very friendly staff and dentist.

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