Hailing from a land where re-mortgaging your hovel is required to get a normal consultation with a…read moredentist, the NHS has proved something of a revelation to me. And nowhere has evinced the benefits of a high-tax society more than this dentists on Earl's Court's rather down-at-heel North End Road. I paid nothing for my first consultation and then only £15 for an operation on two of my molars. £15! I couldn't believe it. Service was friendly, both from the young and chatty dentist himself and from the receptionist who rang me on the morning of my appointments to remind me. Excellent all round.

I travel across town to see my dentist here. They run a very professional, friendly and efficient…read morebusiness. Can't believe it's the NHS! And, to all the Americans, they know how to properly clean teeth here, too!

I know it's a bit weird to review a dentist but, blimey: this one is amazing. It's a private…read moredentist but at NHS prices - mortifyingly, not having been to a dentist in three years, I can't remember how much the damn things are in the first place. My housemate recommended it to me as she got her teeth whitened there (£200 take home) after her new patient exam and clean (£30) which all seemed pretty good value. I went along for the latter and was a bit resigned to yet another hideous dentist experience from hell, but far from it. The studio is very clean and relaxing (looks a bit spa-ish in fact, except filled with posters for good teeth) and Eva, my dentist is blonde, Swedish and knows exactly what she's doing. My exam was very thorough and my clean and polish just showed what a cowboy my childhoos dentist was: I was always used to being poked by that horrible scalpel until I bled, but didn't feel a thing beyond the usual crystals of paste flying around (=as always, that texture is just grim) I was patiently saving up to get my crowns replaced this summer at my old dentist (a squillion pounds, give or take) but am now definitely going to have them at the Dental Studio, £1000 for two porcelain ones. And who knows, I might get my teeth whitened too. God knows I've been grinning like a fool about finding a "keeper" dentist, I might as well make them look a bit nicer.

I have never experienced such great customer service! I was seen by Dr Alex Stogios and his lovely…read moreassistant who took their time explaining the treatment and what my options were. I appreciated their honestly because I felt like I was not rushed into the most expensive treatment straight away. They gave me the best service and amazing value for money. It is so nice to have someone that actually cares. I cannot recommend this practice enough! My best experience with the dentist so far.

I have been referred to this dental practice by my own dentist for specialist care. I will write as…read moreI found the practice to be. The staff are friendly and helpful, the surgery I went into was immaculate, I am almost 50 years old, have moved around a bit and have probably sat in over twenty different dentists chairs, this place is without doubt the cleanest, most high tech of them all! Some of the instruments wouldn't look out of place in a sci fi movie, there is a great deal of investment here. The dentist I saw was extremely helpful and discussed the various options open to me, they also take their time, don't rush and make sure they do a thorough job. I had to re-arrange the follow up appointment and that was arranged by Violet with the minimum of fuss. This practice is highly recommended, the fact that it is a referral centre should speak volumes too.

Dr. Ghateh is an excellent dentist…read more For those of us who usually dread going to the dentist, this is the place for you. Dr. Ghateh's patient and kind care has enabled me to overcome my fear of dental care. This dental practice is highly recommended.

My local dentist. I like this place. It is really close to the Notting Hill Gate tube, they have…read moreemergency same-day appointments, they do both NHS and private treatments and they are friendly. That said, I haven't had anything major done (thankfully) and my experience is based purely on the two checkups I've had so far.

"You'll be a dentist - You have a talent for causing things pain!"…read more Remember Little Shop of Horrors and Steve Martin's ever so pleasant (...gulp...) dentist? Remember that horrible creeping fear when you were little and your mum wouldn't tell you why she was picking you up from school early but brought your toothbrush? Remember that cold, clinical waiting room with large posters boasting of the horrors of tooth decay and gum disease if you DARE to have that one sugary snack? Thankfully, Gentle Dental is absolutely nothing like any of that. I hadn't been to the dentist for nigh on 10 years due to a fear of wisdom teeth removal but was forced into action when a chunk broke off from one of my back teeth. Two visits later - one check up and x-ray and one for treatment and I'm back in pain free business with a very sparkly mouth to boot. NHS friendly and as the name says - very gentle, I can't say nice enough things about my new dentist! They even have magazines that men would want to read in the waiting room!

Strong teeth are essential for the sheer amount of eating I plan on continuing to do. So every 6…read moremonths or so I drag myself to the dentist for that ritual of poking, prodding, spraying, and lecturing on needing the floss more often. Let's be honest, we all know we need to floss, but who really has the time or inclination to run a piece of waxed string around your teeth every day? I've been to quite a few dentists (the downside of moving frequently is that you consistently need to find a new one) and Balham Dental Care has provided some of the best service. Plus points: 1) Registration is a breeze and you can print the forms off from the website 2) You can make appointments online 3) They will call you as soon as you make the appointment with any cancellations they have that day in case you want to duck in and get it done 4) It's pretty damn clean (which is an essential element for any doctor or dentist I think yet usually lacking to some degree) 5) They accept NHS patients and are friendly to you if you are one (had a bad experience where quality of service dipped dramatically when I was using the NHS plan instead of private) Drawbacks: 1) It's in Balham which is not convenient for a mid-work day appointment 2) You often have to wait 10-15 mins even if you have an appointment Overall, it's my top choice for getting my teeth looked at and the personal care is definitely top notch.

Last Friday I made an appointment because of a painful tooth and swollen gum. This had been going…read moreon for about 3 weeks. By the time I made the appointment my pain had subsided as well as the swelling. I mention this because by this time it was not an emergency. I was given an appointment to be seen by a dentist for today, March 27th. By the way Happy St Patrick'Day! Arrived for my 8:30am appt at about 8:24. The front desk was very friendly and profesional. I was given a form to fill out and surprisingly there was no sign saying payment due for services rendered. No sooner had I finished completing the form I was called in to see the dentist. Again no sooner had I entered the room the dentist arrived. The dentist, Dr Alexander Jabour greeted me with a handshake and proceeded to ask about my concern. He listened attentively, answered all my questions, examined me and took X-rays himself. He was gentle, careful, professional and most important knew his dentistry. He also was not in a rush. My experience here was great. Yes it was a dentist office, but this place is clean, professional and he knows what he's doing. After careful examination he assured me that I did not require any anti biotic. I believe he's trained in medicine and dentistry and has been at this practice for at least 20 years. I wish he practiced in my home town.

Been coming here for a few years now…read more The head dentist, a Kiwi chap is excellent - very easy going manner and someone who you have full confidence in. Recommended.

I have been using William Place Dental since I moved to the area four years ago. I have seen the…read moresame dentist every time I have visited (usually every 6 months as I have a problem with my jaw) which is great; continuity of care is a rarity in the NHS and it makes so much difference to me to build up a rapport with medical professionals. The receptionists, my dentist, and all of the nurses who have assisted with my appointments have always been lovely. Especially my dentist who I trust implicitly always has time to explain things to me on my level and lets me jump around to see my X-Rays when they are taken (yearly, as standard NHS preventative care) as I'm always curious to see (I study human biology). The practice offers both NHS and private care. I have used both services and I have always been very pleased with them. The building itself is very nice - quite newly built (or refurbished). The waiting room is nice (although you might want to bring a book) and the treatment rooms are really very nice - all the mod-cons (as far as I am aware!) and much nicer than several other dentists I have been to. I usually opt for early morning appointments as that usually guarantees you will be seen with the least delay (I forgive them in the evenings if there's a bit of a wait - I assume my dentist cares for each patient individually and provides the care they need be it on a shorter or longer time than allocated (15mins per patient). I would recommend to everyone and anyone in the area. I always leave my dentist happy that I've received VIP treatment.

I am a very nervous dental patient, but I felt reassured at this practice at my first visit. The…read moredentist was friendly and professional; she cleaned and polished my teeth and answered the various questions I had. I had left my last practice partly because the dentist there had been keen on removing my wisdom teeth even though they were not causing me any problems (the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence recommend not removing them unless they cause pain or problems with other teeth). I asked the dentist here about mine and she quoted the guidance at me. She also answered my queries about gum recession and flossing. It seems a good place so far :)