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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

611 Reviews

5.0

30th November 2024

A professional environment with efficient & pleasant staff

29th November 2024

This is the best dentist practice I've ever visited. Right from the open, modern look of reception, to the clean, well equipped treatment rooms, and professionalism and friendliness of the people throughout, it almost made having a filling a pleasant experience.

29th November 2024

This is a very professionally run service. Staff are courteous and helpful and inspire trust.

29th November 2024

Completely painless repair of a broken tooth so very happy

25th November 2024

All the staff are friendly polite and helpful. The dentist is excellent. The premises are exceptionally clean and clinical yet still welcoming.

23rd November 2024

All very good

23rd November 2024

Sturminster Dental Care is the best Dentist I have ever been to. I used to hate going to the Dentist before I came here and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Everybody is so friendly, highly skilled at their jobs and the practice is very clean and very efficiently run. Impossible to beat I would say. Thankyou

22nd November 2024

I had a loose filling. I was offered an appointment on the same day I rang to get my problem dealt with

22nd November 2024

Good atmosphere, relaxed and friendly team, everything explained very well

22nd November 2024

I am a very nervous patient and was put at my ease by the dentist. Any nervous patients are really looked after

21st November 2024

The professionalism of all persons working there was amazing. The hygienist was amazing and explained everything during the treatment. Love my dentist Olga she is very professional and very kind. Explains everything she was doing. All in all excellent service.

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Dan Alder

The practice is excellent; friendly, caring, efficient and well organised. Communication is very good with sufficient amount of detailed explanation of the treatment being undertaken and any condition identified around dental health and hygiene.

20th November 2024

Professional, caring staff. All he other answers I've given.

20th November 2024

The staff are helpful and friendly and very professional in the way they treat you. The surgery is comfortable and clean and in my experience appointments are on time.

20th November 2024

Overnight 3 tooth denture repair, was excellent.

20th November 2024

very professional staff, friendly and caring in their manner.

19th November 2024

Very professional I’d highly recommend this dentist practice & have done many times.

19th November 2024

I would recommend the practice, but we live about18 miles away.

19th November 2024

Very friendly and explained everything.

8th November 2024

All staff very welcoming and polite. Very efficient.

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