As dentists go this was pretty damn good…read more Mr. Manbajood whipped out his mirror, scratched my tongue (never had that done before, I felt a little bit like Free Willy) got his little drilly drill out to remove some tartar and then said, "wonderful teeth Miss Golden Elizabeth, see you in 6 months" It really was as simple as that, this fella is friendly and just got on with the job. Just what I want on a Friday morning! I well recommended dentist! NB. The Receptionist can speak an array of languages-- Very cool!

My first appointment was rushed. The dentist was only going to look at my teeth and not do anything…read moreat all, while still charging me the NHS charge! This was despite visible plaque having developed and visibly making my gums receed!! I had to ask for a scale and polish which I really needed. And I also had to ask for fluoride varnish where I noticed signs of tooth decay. Dentists like these, who avoid providing scale and polish, know that their patients will eventually have bad tooth decay that requires more expensive treatments and it really feels like they avoid providing the adequate simple NHS treatments in order for patients teeth to get worse and worse. They shamelessly do this in order to charge higher NHS bands, all for the sake of profit! For too long, many dentists have been trying to charge me £50+ for a simple scale and polish, calling it "dental hygienist appointment." A scale and polish is in fact included in the NHS charge (Band 1: £20.60 covers an examination, diagnosis and advice. It also includes X-rays, a scale and polish and planning for further treatment) and it is an important procedure that helps keep the teeth and gum healthy. This dentist did not want my teeth to be healthy. Because the dentist reluctantly did a scale and polish, he deliberately did a poor job and I felt like my teeth were being damaged on purpose instead. I will not be going back.

Fantastic dental practice. John O'Dea is my dentist and I…read morethink he's an absolute genius. Impeccable work on my not so impeccable teeth but slowly & surely he's getting me back to smiling again. The place is spotlessly clean and modern. all the staff are delightful. Thank you all.

So grateful that Dr. Ashdok was able to see me for an emergency appointment. We had just arrived in…read moreLondon and I was in desperate need of a front tooth being adjusted. Due to his gentle and professional care, I was able to enjoy our vacation and eat food. The facility was very clean and modern, & had an up to date dental room. Compared to American prices I was amazed how reasonably priced it was.

Actually, i was really surprised with Dentessentials.... for a british NHS dentist I was REALLY…read moreshocked. I admit that as the daughter of an orthodontist I might be a little bit spoiled when it comes to my teeth, but at least I know they are clean and healthy. The only reason they don't have 5 stars is because I didn't feel like the cleaning was THAT thorough. Either my dentist at home is SUPER OCD and likes to pick on me about everything, or this dentist really didn't seem to care that I am having some pain in one of my teeth. OR she knew, and she just didn't want to tell me. But i was surprised, and it was brief, and it gave me the peace of mind I needed about my teeth. Now I know that i won't get in trouble the next time my dad see's my teeth.

As much as one can be a fan of a dental practice, I'm a fan of Dentessentials. My first and only…read moreLondon dentist and an NHS one at that. A rare thing if the press is to be believed and the only place I've ever had decent NHS treatment. End of. The dental hygenists are lovely, the dentists professional and all in all it's a nice practice, being handily located on Curtain Road. There is always a decent selection of reading material - come on, these things matter - to while away the time when waiting to learn your dental fate, and appointments can usually be made at a moment's notice. Good stuff.

DO NOT GO HERE! I have had an awful experience with Vida Dent. They were warm and welcoming up…read moreuntil they had my money, and in a contracted payment plan. I had braces fitted, when they were removed and the bonding removed from my teeth the dentist 'Francesca', chipped one of my back teeth. She told me one price to have the braces removed then when I went back it was another price (higher). I felt very uncomfortable and quite scared to be in her hands in the end. She practically drilled off one of my white fillings. The brace brackets kept falling (literally within an hour of leaving) off which meant delayed treatment and more money spent on appointments and adjustments. My teeth weren't even straight when the braces come off. She sent a free retainer which was great but I've now been in treatment for 1 year and 9 months. It's crazy. I accidentally broke my top teeth retainer so naturally called them to send off for a new one. They apparently no longer have my scans (it was only 6 months ago). And they will do me a 'discount' to come in and have the scans again and order a new one of the reduced price of £150 from £200. I have found a local place for the same price of £150. Awful awful experience. Customer service is rubbish too. Please do not come here.

I had teeth whitening here, a wonderful clinic, I felt very welcome and the staff were very…read morepleasant. As for the teeth whitening, I had it done 3 months ago and the results are still visible. Thank you so much vivadent!!

I was a bit hesitant to try another dentist here in the UK after I had such a bad experience at the…read morefirst one. The staff were great and I was seen right at my appointment time which is always a plus. The team did a great job with my cleaning and I would definitely recommend. You will get wet during the scaling so plan accordingly. (Not sure why but just a different tool from the US and UK I guess).

My teeth have never looked this good! Whiter than whiter and really glossy and their teeth…read morewhitening only takes 45 minutes. Wish i'd had it done sooner!

Friendly, helpful staff, who helped me through my implant treatment, which i was very nervous…read moreabout! I highly recommend this practice for the care and consideration they show for their patients and for the excellent treatment they provide. The whole package! :)

Highly recommended for dental implants and crowns. Had a few done here and I'm extremely happy with…read morethe results.

It's a very good dental practice with new equipment and friendly staff. I've been seeing Dr Aria…read morefor many years and he has always been very professional and takes great pride in his work. Being a nervous patient, he always takes great effort in making you feel comfortable, discuss with you in detail your treatment plan and makes sure you have the best treatment possible. Couldn't ask for more!

I have never got why people get scared about going to the dentist…read more From the age of three I used to go to Kings College Dental Hospital. Initially, slightly shy about letting a stranger look into my mouth (I am told) my parents would bring me here while Dr Smith a very amiable and calm dentist would count my teeth, give me a sticker and off I went home. I doubt this is common practice but it worked for me and since I have never had a problem with going to the dentist. The hospital deals in paediatric, orthodontic and specialist dentistry. It is run by the NHS so advanced booking is necessary and the time in the waiting room is by no standards brief, but the dentists here were always fantastic throughout the many years I was a patient here for. Excellent with children, excellent in what they do and thankfully I have not had a single problem with my teeth since.

I was referred here by my dentist for wisdom tooth extraction. It was a long time before I received…read morea letter with an appointment date and time (which could be changed on calling them, but I didn't need to), but apparently it takes up to 6 weeks for them to contact you after a dentist referral. My letter was followed by an automated voice message to my phone a few days before - reminding me of my appointment and asking me to confirm that I would be there. On the day the waiting time was minimal, the staff friendly and really put me at ease. I had an Xray (you have to remove all jewellery around the area - earrings, necklace etc, however I have a lip ring that I have never removed and they just worked around it). They provided an easy to understand analysis of my wisdom tooth situation, and the procedure I would need to go through, and said I would probably need another, 3d, xray scan to know how the tooth sits, before the surgery. A few days later I received my letter asking me to book my 3d scan appointment, which I did, and I arrived on the day and went straight in for the scan. Again, I could not remove my lip ring, and neither could the scanning staff, so they worked around it and it was fine. I am currently waiting for my letter to book the surgery itself. My rating will perhaps change after that! Pros: Friendly, helpful staff, efficient appointments (minimal wait!) Cons: Having to wait for letters to be able to schedule appointments - it creates a delay and a phone or an online system would be much easier! Scanning staff not being able to help me remove my lip ring haha.