Bateman & Best Dental Practice

Information about Bateman & Best Dental Practice
BB3 0AA, Darwen
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8:45-18:30
- tuesday: 8:45-18:30
- wednesday: 7:45-17:30
- thursday: 8:45-17:30
- friday: 7:45-15:30
- saturday: (closed)
Dental Practice offering General dentistry and cosmetic treatments including Invisalign, Veneers and Composite Bonding.
Our comment from Best Dentists about Bateman & Best Dental Practice:
Bateman & Best Dental Practice is renowned for its exceptional customer service and friendly atmosphere. Many clients have praised the practice for the following aspects:
- Welcoming Environment: Patients consistently mention feeling welcomed and at ease upon entering the practice, highlighting the friendly and approachable reception staff.
- Professional Care: The dental team, including Dr. Emily Winter, Dr. Michael Best, and other dentists, have received high praise for their professionalism and ability to make treatments comfortable and pain-free.
- Thorough Explanations: Dentists take the time to explain treatments and procedures clearly, ensuring that patients are well-informed and comfortable throughout their experiences.
- Efficient Service: Many reviews note the promptness of appointments and the thoroughness of treatments, with no unnecessary procedures suggested.
- Emergency Care: The practice is recognized for its quick response to emergency appointments, allowing patients to receive urgent care when needed.
Overall, Bateman & Best Dental Practice is highly recommended for anyone seeking a reliable, caring, and professional dental service. Whether one is an anxious patient or merely looking for routine care, the entire team excels in providing an outstanding experience.
Services and Treatments
Bateman & Best Dental Practice: Reviews
Fantastic experience: My husband and I both had appointments and the staff helped us in a friendly way, resolving an issue related to my husband’s appointment in a quick professional manner. My experience with the dentist put me at ease and he handled questions in a professional, efficient way. Thank you!
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Fantastic experience: Great practice , lovely staff, very caring and gentle.
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Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing service from start to finish. Dr Emily Winter is truly amazing and very professional. The receptionist are very friendly, caring and welcoming
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Fantastic experience: My visit went well at the dentists and the staff were lovely.
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Positive experience: Everything went well. Explained everything properly.
Fantastic experience: Appointment on time, made to feel at ease. treatment required, all staff friendly and efficient. Thank you
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Fantastic experience: Always friendly staff, Matt put me at ease. No unnecessary treatment
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Fantastic experience: Very friendly and make you feel at ease when you are having your treatment
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Fantastic experience: It was a good experience from walking in to the lovely receptionists...and seeing such a nice friendly dentist .
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Fantastic experience: Always lovely! Emily was very kind to me and my son. Never had any issues.
Fantastic experience: I had a lot of dental work done by this practice recently & can’t fault any aspect of the treatment I received. I was a bit apprehensive to start but needn’t have worried, a 5 star experience in my opinion
Fantastic experience: It was very good and I didn't feel any pain.
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Fantastic experience: I allways am made to feel relaxed and the work I had done was very quick and painless
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Fantastic experience: I'm a nervous patient and the team at Bateman & Best have done everything and gone out of their way to make me feel comfortable. I am on my way to a healthy smile and looking forward to future dental work with them! Could not recommend them enough.
Fantastic experience: Amazing Dentist with amazing staff, highly recommend this dentist, so professional in there work.
Fantastic experience: Saw Hannah as usual. Always a pleasant experience. Friendly and helpful staff
Fantastic experience: Very polite friendly service and cured my toothache thank you
Fantastic experience: Fantastic dental experience for my 9 year old. The dentist was very friendly and answered all of our questions.
Fantastic experience: Needed an emergency appointment after a holiday abroad. Got in the same day as I called, brilliant service. Thanks
Negative experience: I was removed from the register of NHS patients whilst working over seas told I couldn’t continue when I returned Ridiculous when I had been a patient for many years my wife still goes here. Not interested in the care just the money
Thank you for your feedback. Our policy is a period of 3years with no appointment will lead to being removed, as you will know the demand for NHS dentistry is high so we unfortunately have to have a policy in place. If you would like to discuss this further please email- [email protected]
Fantastic experience: Today I so syed Hussain for tooth extraction he was kind , patient and very caring & professional. His nurse was also very kind & caring . Syed explained everything he was going to and took his time no rushing whatsoever. Brilliant service. Also last week I so Dahild & Abby they both was very professional, kind caring & patient. Brilliant Dentist practice would highly recommend.
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Fantastic experience: First class dentist and first class treatment as always. All treatment fully explained. Friendly receptionists always a smile and a relaxing waiting area.
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Fantastic experience: Dentist and staff very helpful and friendly was early for my appointment but was seen straight away.
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Fantastic experience: Great place as usual. Helpful, pleasant, and expert...
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Fantastic experience: Brilliant dentist really friendly and great treatment I felt like I was given help and information. Reception staff helpful and friendly.
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Fantastic experience: My dental experience was excellent too very professional dentist fast and efficient make me feel very relaxed and comfortable
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this dental practice and I’ve been a patient there more than thirty years, so I’ve seen it grow. From arrival all staff are friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Matt, my dentist, is fantastic, we have a good rapport which makes the appointment feel less stressful and I feel blessed that I have a dentist I can visit for emergency treatment as well regular checkups.
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Fantastic experience: Good experience at my recent appointments. I was given good advice which I followed and I am pleased to say the crown which was designed and fitted has been excellent.
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Fantastic experience: The epitome of professionalism. Bateman & Best tick all the boxes, a well run, friendly and welcoming practice. Modern and pleasant appearance but most importantly highly recommended and reliable dental and cosmetic treatments.
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Fantastic experience: As a new patient, I’ve found the environment to be very welcoming, you can tell straight away that everyone who works there enjoys what they do. Every member of staff has been consistently polite, cheerful, and gone out of their way to make sure I felt comfortable, even through quite a bit of treatment! They really go above and beyond, and I never felt rushed or uneasy. It’s rare to feel so relaxed at the dentist, and I’m grateful for the level of care I received ☺️
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Fantastic experience: Always friendly. Brodie..great…very professional. Been a patient since 1988…would never change!
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Fantastic experience: The staff are all lovely and friendly my Dentist Dr Goodall makes me feel at ease it’s the Best Dentist ever
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Fantastic experience: Very friendly, thorough and professional service. Very impressed.
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Negative experience: Absolute devastating got a crown fitted no good got a second one fitted and then a third still in pain when eating hot and cold then they wanted another £500.00 to put it right after I suggested a root canal before the second one so now iam seeking legal advice
Thank you for your feedback, we strive for patient happiness which is why the dentist didn't charge for the further crowns and a 2nd opinion was offered. If you would like to discuss this further please contact- [email protected]
Fantastic experience: Been a patient at this surgery since the mid 80's. Had differing standards of care over the years. My last course of treatment, I can only say was outstanding. I had never met this young dentist before, but his care, professionalism and skill was second to none. I am extremely happy with the service provided and in my opinion, this young man would be an asset to any dental practice. Kind regards.
That's such lovely feedback and we have passed this straight on to Dr Raees. We are so glad you are happy with your treatment :)
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Teeth whitening,best results. Composite bonding fantastic results,couldnt be happier.
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Fantastic experience: Best Dental Practice around by far. Genuine care given to every Patient and expert advice given. Great place to get your Smile back 10/10
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Positive experience: It was okay wasn’t happy I had a very sore lip on the inside it was bruised
We are sorry you had discomfort, if you would like to discuss this further please contact- [email protected]
Fantastic experience: Had a problem with a filling falling out and leaving a jagged tooth. Rang and booked an appointment within 48 hours. Tooth refilled. Courteous and understanding reception and a professional result from the dentist . No further issues with the tooth.Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Very good, the Dental Therapists I saw for these last two visits were brilliant. I needed numbing for deep cleaning, due to horribly sensitive teeth. They were spot on, no discomfort at all, I didn't need peeled off the ceiling and I didn't need to confess all my sins for the pain to stop. So all in all, wonderful.
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Fantastic experience: Great not been to dentist for years as very nervous I was made to feel very relaxed and everything was explained to me so much so I’m coming back for some work on teeth tyvm
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Fantastic experience: I got Invisalign with Dr. Michael Best to fix a gap in my top and bottom teeth and improve my smile. The whole process took roughly 6 months. I was also offered whitening and composite bonding at the end of my treatment at no extra cost. I’m extremely pleased with the end result and can finally smile without feeling self-conscious! I would like to thank my orthodontist Dr. Michael Best, treatment coordinator Lauren Taylor, dental nurses and staff at Bateman & Best Dental Practice for their excellent service.
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Fantastic experience: Lovely and welcoming receptionist, great service with everything talked through including treatment plans, costs etc.
Negative experience: Had to make a new appointment as there was some sort of 'emergency' going on staff were very nice and apologetic but I've still to find another dose of courage for next week.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely Fantastic! Dr Goodall was his usual witty self and super efficient with my check up.
Fantastic experience: Emily is genuinely a good dentist and a decent person
Fantastic experience: What can I say other than excellent customer care and service everyone is professional 5 out of 5
Fantastic experience: Recently had a root canal with Dr Best … I was dreading it but the whole experience was excellent … I didn’t feel any pain and Dr Best did a great job as usual. All the staff are very helpful and pleasant
Fantastic experience: Excellent visit to have a tooth removed, so quick and easy, I don’t mind visits to the dentist anymore as you are made to feel so relaxed
Fantastic experience: Good experience today, and well organised practice.
Fantastic experience: Went with my anxiety through the roof absolutely fantastic I honestly couldn’t ask for a better dentist AMAZING
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Fantastic experience: Very patient with me as I am anxious when attending dentist
Fantastic experience: Treatment plan been sent lovely dentist who reassured me and explained in detail what’s to happen On time which is also a bonus
Fantastic experience: I was seen promptly and arrangements jjad been made for me for my appointment to take place in a downstairs surgery. The staff were very profesional and friendly. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Great practice. I have been going here for a few years now . Matthew is always honest about care and treatment I need or don’t!! Friendly and polite , I have recommended to many friends.
Fantastic experience: Amazing practice. Talked you through the procedure and process. They do the job very well. Very satisfied. Thankyou
Fantastic experience: I had a good experience. I was look after very well
Fantastic experience: Excellent service to replace a small filling on the front of one of my front teeth. It was one that Catherine had done 20 years ago, so it had lasted a while. Also had my checkup as it was due in the next few weeks so saved another trip. Excellent service from Catherine and her dental nurse. Both very pleasant and professional.
Fantastic experience: Great dentist. Very thorough and honest. Receptionist also very helpful and service with a smile. Thank you
Fantastic experience: Had a quick and easy Visit. Was Concerned about the injection and did it contain a certain ingredient. Spoke to Hanna about this. Then Decided to go ahead with out the injection. Painlessly.
Fantastic experience: First class service from Mr Goodhall and his team
Fantastic experience: Great service from the whole team always looked after me whenever I have gone there would strongly recommend
Fantastic experience: Always very happy with my treatments Hannah is a asset to your team and her assistants are always pleasant, thank you Hannah and I will see you in 8 months ps if you are reading this and worried about going to a dentist, ask for Hannah she is so gentle and there is nothing to worry about.
Fantastic experience: I wouldn't change anything my Nateman and best are the best in my experience overall is great l have been treated with respect and on a proffetional basis my treatment has always been benificial to me l have been seeing Bateman and Best for over 30 years which in itself reflects thier policies Thank you
Fantastic experience: Been at this practice for 40 years. Always had good service. Was a little shocked at how much seeing the hygienist was £46.
Fantastic experience: Great dentist Would just be better if receptionist could advise if there may be a delay to your appointment time!
Fantastic experience: Made an emergency appointment for 12.30 but I was already going to the practice with my husband at 10.45, I asked if time permitted the dentist could see me after him. She squeezed me in and diagnosed the problem. Saved me going home and coming back. Brilliant dentist surgery. Always there when you need them, especially at a time when I had an emergency . Wouldn’t go to any other dentist.
Fantastic experience: From the moment l walked in the door l felt relaxed. My dentist is the first in many years to give me confidence. I had a aboulult fear of dentists but not anymore. He is such a perfectanist and takes the time to get things right. Explains everything and answers all questions l may have. Also he has a great dental nurse and they work really well together. Highly recommended l wouldn't go anywhere else. The reception staff are also polite and friendly. Great practice.
Fantastic experience: Always treat right and very professional from all who dealt with me
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Fantastic experience: As always, professional approach and very kind atmosphere, couldn’t ask for more, thank you!
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Fantastic experience: Excellent as always. No longer terrified of going to the dentist
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Fantastic experience: Always a good experience at the dentist, helpful and great customer service.
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Fantastic experience: Bateman and best are so good, there not like yiur normal dentist they make you feel welcome and if your not great at dentist they make you feel very calm and always chatty
We love a good chat with our patients :) Thank you :)
Fantastic experience: Excellent, I always see brody who I highly recommend, his work is outstanding and he takes pride in it, he is friendly and down to earth, this helps you to relax
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Fantastic experience: Highly professional (as always) from walking in the door, to leaving following treatment. I went today for a final fit of a denture. The denture was superb! It fits perfectly & looks fantastic. Thankyou Bateman & Best
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Fantastic experience: Mominah and Zainab were really pleased with their dental check up and we found all the members of staff to be very professional and courteous. Its certainly been a pleasure.
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Fantastic experience: First visit due to emergency treatment required,they managed to fit me in on the day and they were very friendly and communicated throughout my treatment, thank you.Highly recommend
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Fantastic experience: Couldn't ask for more they are bothe very professional and make you feel you at ease
Fantastic experience: Only just become a patient last year. Staff are all very nice, prices very good and all treatment to a high standard. Would recommend.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely great, everyone is helpful & welcoming. Treatments are discussed & opinions are taken into account. I’ve been at this Practice for many years & the new modern approach & improved premises are excellent
Fantastic experience: I don't really like dentist visits, but this 1 i appreciated. The staff were brilliant and friendly very informative about what procedures they were doing and kept me at ease all the way through
Fantastic experience: Excellent service with staff friendly and helpful. I’ve used this dentist now for 47 years and wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Fantastic experience: Excellent care. Everything was explained as the procedure was done. And the team took great care of my wellbeing.
Fantastic experience: I have had to visit 3 times over the last week due to intense toothache. With the appointments being emergency I have seen 3 different dentists. Each dentist was really calming, and helpful in trying to find the source of my pain. I can fully recommend Bateman and Best.
Fantastic experience: I’ve just moved to this practice and cannot praise them more highly. They got me in for an emergency appointment, identified the problem and sorted it immediately. Staff were very friendly and professional.
Fantastic experience: I chipped my front tooth last week and went to Bateman & Best Dental Practice for a repair. They initially filled it, but unfortunately, it broke again two weeks later. I was really impressed with how quickly they responded—I was booked in within 24 hours. Rebecca and Kelsi did a fantastic job redoing the filling, and it looks and feels great again. Best of all, it was covered under warranty with no extra charge. Excellent service, friendly staff, and truly professional care. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: My daughter was really apprehensive about coming to the dentist, but Ethan made it all really calm and non judgemental. Thanks so much!
Fantastic experience: Excellent customer service and would recommend dental care
Fantastic experience: Dr. Taylor and his assistant were professional, treated me with respect, kindness and immediately sorted a problem that had arisen. My treatment was thorough and I can highly recommend the practice.
Fantastic experience: I am absolutely terrified of visiting the dentist, but she was very gentle & kind and explained everything.
Fantastic experience: a bit early for me. But did a a good job Without pain. Thank you
Fantastic experience: Polite. Listened. Explained what I needed to know clearly . There was no feeling of being rushed.
Fantastic experience: Booked a routine check up online. On the day of the appointment I was in on time and thorough check, along with X-rays. No complaints from me! 5 starts
Fantastic experience: Excellent service fir my treatment, thank you
Fantastic experience: Very professional Hanna is always good so i havent got a bad word to say reception staff are always kind and curatious again cant fault them
Fantastic experience: I was so nervous about having a root canal and I hadn't slept for a couple of days but Catherine being so professional helped calm me down and did a perfect job on my tooth thank you
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Fantastic experience: My recent dental examination and treatment were first rate. All procedures were explained to me, my questions were answered, and I felt fully engaged in the process. I couldn't be more pleased.
Fantastic experience: Warm, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent customer care - thank you for my new smile.
Positive experience: I waited 45 minutes past my appointed time for a five minute check up. My check up 6 month prior had the same delay??
Fantastic experience: Excellent rapid service to sort out a filling that had come out It's 10 days since the new filling has been in and everything is A ok
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