St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre

Information about St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-17:30
- tuesday: 9h-17:30
- wednesday: 8h-17:30
- thursday: 9h-19h
- friday: 9h-17:30
- saturday: (closed)
Specialist dental practice, Cosmetic dentistry, Dental implants, Sedation for nervous patients, Orthodontics, Invisalign, Oral surgery, Endodontics, Dental hygiene services and General family dentistry
Our comment from Best Dentists about St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre:
St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre is a highly regarded dental facility in Canterbury, known for its exceptional service and patient care. Over the years, many patients have expressed their satisfaction with the practice, highlighting several key aspects:
- Professional and Friendly Staff: Patients consistently praise the friendliness and professionalism of the entire team, from receptionists to dentists. Many have noted how at ease they feel during their visits, which is particularly comforting for nervous patients.
- Exceptional Dental Care: The expertise of the dentists, such as Dr. Surinder Bhatti and Dr. Ian Small, is frequently acknowledged. Their ability to handle complex procedures with skill and empathy has left many patients feeling confident and reassured.
- Positive Environment: The practice is described as a welcoming and calm space, where patients can expect a thorough and caring approach to their dental health. The hygienists also receive high praise for their detailed care and attention to patient comfort.
- Technology and Techniques: The use of modern technology and high standards of hygiene and comfort is a recurring theme in reviews. Patients appreciate that all steps of their treatment are explained clearly, easing any anxiety they may have.
- Long-Term Relationships: Many patients have chosen St Dunstans as their dental home for decades, even bringing their children and grandchildren along. This loyalty speaks volumes about the trust the practice has built in the community.
Overall, St Dunstans Dental Practice is a fantastic choice for anyone seeking comprehensive dental care in a supportive and professional environment.
Services and Treatments
St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I joined this dentist just over a year ago, as I was dissatisfied with my previous dentist after receiving poor advice. The St Dunstan's team are all very friendly and helpful, offering an extremely professional and reassuring service. I would certainly recommend this practice.
Dear Jo, thank you for the kind words , we really appreciate your endorsement of the practice . Your review will be shared with the team , who will be delighted I am sure
Kindest regards
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Principal dentist
Fantastic experience: Aisha took very good care of me during a rather complicated extraction which was under a cantilever bridge.
Thank you Karin , your kind words will be shared with our oral surgeon and general dentist Aisha Al Shawaf. We hope you have recovered well.
Kindest regards
St Dunstans dental practice
Canterbury
Fantastic experience: Very efficient practice reception and super dentist, Dr Aisha who sorted out a dental emergency with patience and humour. I was delighted to be able to join the practice as a patient.
We are very pleased you had a positive experience , despite the dental emergency . We hope you have recovered well . Aisha will be delighted to have received your praise.
Fantastic experience: Amazing service for anyone scared of the dentist. All of the employees are lovely and Surinder is one of the lads ❤️
Hi ‘harribo’ thank you for the kind words , I hope I am ‘one of the lads’ in a good and professional way , and I really do value looking after nervous and phobic patients .
Kind regards
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient at St Dunstan's Dental Practice for over ten years. The treatment and care is second to none delivered in a friendly, calm environment by highly skilled practitioners. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the practice to others.
17 years in fact Anthony , and you have been my patient for 12 years . We all really appreciate your kind words , as it is a team effort . Always a pleasure to look after you also .
Kindest regards
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: I was very pleased with the private treatment that I received at the practice, all staff were welcoming, friendly and knowledge about the services they offer. The consultant - Mr Steve Williams was extremely professional, polite and informative - everything that you want from a Dentist.
Dear Brian,
That is really great to hear and your feedback will be passed on to our Root Canal Specialist Steve Williams.
Best wishes from us all,
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Principal dentist
St Dunstans dental practice
Fantastic experience: I've been a patient of Aisha and Sam for many years and they are excellent ambassadors for both the practice and great oral health. I can't recommend them too highly. Both put you at your ease, and Aisha's choice of music is always so appropriate!
Wonderful praise for Aisha and Sam , thank you Simon . We really value your feedback and it will be conveyed to them both.
Best wishes from us all at St Dunstans dental practice , Canterbury .
Fantastic experience: Very friendly professional team. I always feel I’m in safe hands.
Thank you Hazel . That’s lovely to hear . We appreciate you taking the time to post a review .
Kindest regards from us all at
St Dunstans dental practice and specialist referral centre
Canterbury
Fantastic experience: Superb care and treatment ; complete confidence in the competence of this practice.
Dear Mary , thank you for your kind words , it is most encouraging to hear .
Best wishes
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: Very professional, beautiful clinic. The dental surgeon really took her time and made sure I was comfortable and fully understood my treatment
Thank you for endorsing Canterbury’s St Dunstans dental practice ! We are delighted you had a positive experience ..
Fantastic experience: About time I wrote a review! For years this practice has shown me care and sensitivity - always welcoming, always skilled and efficient. Sam and Aisha have been so supportive that I have completely forgotten my phobia of 20 years ago. A trip to the dentist or hygienist is (almost!) a delight, now. Thanks to both of you and to your assistants. Several years later and after some specialist help from Ali at the practice I can reinforce my opinion of this excellent place. Very impressive skills and coordination between experts. Thank you.
Dear Pam thank you for your feedback . It is much appreciated and your comnents have been shared with Sam and Aisha . We look forward to seeing you when you are next due to visit us .
Kindest regards from everyone at St Dunstans specialist referral centre.
Fantastic experience: I am very happy to be a patient at this practice. Very warm welcome. Caring and in-depth information, with excellent professional treatments. Highly recommend. Mary R. It is some time since my last review of St Dunstan’s Dental Practice. I’m happy to say that the welcome, dental advice and treatment for patients is still as excellent as ever. Mary R.
Dear Mary thank you for posting a lovely review we really appreciate it . Equally you are a delightful and very kind person and ALL the staff love and appreciate your baking talents ! Best wishes for festive period , Dr Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service when I needed emergency treatment & my own Dentist was unable to offer me an appointment. I highly recommend this practice.
Dear Nikki we are so pleased that Canterbury’s St Dunstans dental practice managed to help you out in your time of need ! We appreciate your recommendation and are taking on new private patients !
Fantastic experience: I am autistic and struggled to communicate with the dentist I was given, though appreciate that her style suits many people and she is a highly skilled clinician. I spoke to the Practice Manager and was transferred to another dentist's list. He has been excellent and for the first time in years (my NHS dentist closed and this is my first experience as a private patient), I feel in very safe hands with somebody who is approachable, listens, provides sound advice and prioritises preventative dentistry. Thank you.
Hi Sarah , I am sorry to hear this , I will ask my manager to call you tomorrow to find out what has happened .
Kindest regards
Dr S Bhatti
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Thank you for your updated review in the last week , I am very pleased you feel your needs are now better met since changing dentists . It is very important we try our best to look after all of our patients , and we have a large team of clinicians that can hopefully form a rapport with a wide range of patients .
Thank you for the revised review .
Kindest regards
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: My daughter has had some very distressing experiences at specialist dentists before so be she was very nervous about the surgery she needed here. However the dentist was amazing - not only was she competent and skilled to fix another’s mistake but she exuded warmth, calm and empowerment that not only helped things go really smoothly but also she had hardly any swelling and made a really quick recovery
Thank you Alexi , lovely to hear and very pleased your daughter has had a positive outcome . Your feedback will be shared with dentist who carried out the procedure .
Fantastic experience: I have been going to this practice for some years and am most highly impressed with the standard of treatment I have received. I have been under the care of Dr Surinder Bhatti for some time now and do tend to present him with some real 'challenges'...I am pleased to say he has risen to each and every one with good humour and consummate skill. I could not recommend this practice more and especially, Surinder. Top marks and thank you to all!
John , despite the challenges you seem to almost relish in presenting to me , I thank you for giving me your trust to execute sometimes very complex work . It is a genuine pleasure to look after you and have a chuckle when hearing about the most recent dental misadventure! Best wishes from Surinder and my dental team who provide invaluable support in providing your care .
Fantastic experience: I was recommended St Dunstans Dental Practice from a family friend after a lapse in service / satisfaction from my previous dentist. What a breath of fresh air joining St Dunstans has been! I was fortunate enough to get onto Dr Bhatti’s books and recently underwent a two part treatment. Having always been a nervous patient the level of service and understanding from all involved was impeccable from start to finish. Surinder and team, thank you again! I cannot recommend St Dunstans highly enough.
Thank you Sam , seeing how your trust and confidence improved in our dental care over the three appointments was very rewarding . I fully understood why you had deep reservations at the outset , and I am particularly pleased you felt the whole team approach was a positive one . I am fortunate to have great people to work with, which makes it much easier to deliver good care .
Thank you for sharing your kind comments .
Dr. Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: Not what one usually says about a trip to the dentist, but for me, it is always a pleasure to visit Dr Bhati and Sam Doyle, the hygienist. It is a well-run practice and my teeth are definitely well-cared for.
Thank you Evelyn , it is equally a complete pleasure to look after you, and I know Sam echoes my sentiments .
Best wishes from Surinder and Sam
Fantastic experience: Was referred here from my dentist... Hate dentists but today had two teeth taken out Aisha AlShawaf was amazing & her assistant... explained everything & so caring
That’s great to hear , it can be scary having teeth remove and a lot of it is the anticipation of what you think will happen . Glad it went well !
Fantastic experience: I've attended this practice for many years and my children have attended it too. The treatment, care and advice that we've received have always been excellent.
Thank you Jo , we really value the feedback , it is really motivating for us all .
Fantastic experience: One word describes the treatment and service I've received - SUPERB.
That’s such kind feedback , the team will be delighted to hear this .
Fantastic experience: Hve been with St Dunstans dental Practice sinc the 1980s originally with Mr Cox until he retired and Mr Bhati took over. Have never had cause to complain and they have always looked after me and all treatment has been carried out to a high standard. Would thoroughly recommend this practice no complaints or reservations at all
David thank you for your kind words about our practice and my predecessor . It is a great pleasure to continue to look after you and hopefully carry on and maintain the tradition for good dental care . Best wishes Dr Surinder Bhatti .
Fantastic experience: Always go above and beyond to ensure the right treatment is given. Mr Small always explains everything and addresses any anxieties. Another year on and cannot praise the practice enough. Mr Small saved my tooth after a horrible infection, mindful of my penicillin allergy it was sorted with no medication! Mr Small and an assistant stayed late to complete root canal treatment and I didn't feel a thing. Thank you!!!!!
Thank you for your comments Julie, glad we were all able to help. Ian
Fantastic experience: I've used this Practice for many years, and could have written the same review for each course of treatment I've had. The service is efficient and friendly. Any problems and proposed remedies are clearly explained. The patient's comfort is always a major consideration. Pain is carefully avoided. All the treatments I have had have been successful: I have never needed any sort of follow-up. I strongly recommend the Practice.
Ah, Mike that’s really lovely feedback . We really appreciate the warm words, it’s most encouraging.
Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure to go to the dentist at St Dunstans. Sam and Ian are the best.
Thank you for sharing this Beverley , Sam and Ian will be delighted with your feedback .
Fantastic experience: An excellent service across the board. I can’t recommend the dental practice highly enough.
That’s great to hear Martin , thank you from us all at St Dunstans
Fantastic experience: I wanted a dentist who was a specialist in prosthodontics after my previous one retired. I am very happy indeed with the service provided at the practice - from the moment I enter the building. Ian Small has given me outstanding dental. Thank you.
Wonderful praise , Ian will be delighted , thank you
Fantastic experience: We were recommended to St Dunstans when we moved to Canterbury 11 years ago and have not regretted it in any way - a wonderful, professional and efficient team
Thank you Graham , we are so pleased you have found the team to be professional and efficient.
Fantastic experience: I was referred to Aisha for a surgical procedure. Yes it was a difficult hour or so for me, her and her assistant, but they were sympathetic at all times and put me at my ease. I always felt that I was in good hands. Many thanks to both of them.
Your feedback was shared with Aisha and her nurse Valarie .
Fantastic experience: Dr. Batti is amazing dentist. He is great with very nervous patients. I am coming to him for over 10 years now and won't go anywhere else. He is very professional, friendly and you feel very safe. Before St. Dunstans Dental practice, I was avoiding dentist due to bad experience, for very long time. I am still nervous, but have regular check ups and work done due staff being nice. Thank you for looking after me so well. Lenka
Thank you Lenka, you are very kind . Dr Bhatti will be delighted to hear this .
Fantastic experience: I had Ian Small repair my broken front teeth after a fall. He did a great job and was really thorough explaining my options and talking me through the process from start to finish . Really pleased with the end result and would highly recommend.
Thank you Lea for your kind feedback .
Fantastic experience: I have struggled for some time to find a good dentist practice, and now have found a friendly team that are able to do there jobs , a fantastic Experience , thank you all at st Dunstan’s dental practice
Thank you Max , we really appreciate your lovely feedback and it will be shared with the whole team .
Fantastic experience: Fantastic Practice . I’ve been using St Dunstan’s for about 25 years. The Receptionist team are so friendly and helpful. My dentist Aysha Al Shawaf is so professional and knowledgeable, explains everything before any work is done and makes sure the patient is comfortable and happy at all times. Highly recommended.
Thank you Ali , we appreciate your loyalty to our practice and the trust you put in our care .
Fantastic experience: I have used this dental practice suce the early 1980's and cannot fault the patience, skills and care of the staff and, currently, of Mr Small, my Dentist and, Christina, my Hygienist. A friendly and exceptionally skilled service provided to me and a family member. Thank you all.
That’s wonderful Leita , being with us all these years is fantastic and really valued by us all. Ian and Christina are real assets to our team .
Fantastic experience: I have been attending this excellent dental practice for more than 24 years. I am Very happy with my dentist Mr Ian Small who is very experienced, skilful, polite and takes great attention and time in explaining treatment plans. Highly recommend. My hygienist Christine is very attentive & experienced and she and her assistant always looked after me with great care. The reception staff are always polite, helpful and courteous. Highly recommend this practice.
Wonderful feedback , thank you so much
Fantastic experience: I’ve been visiting this dentist regularly for decades and I can thoroughly recommend them. Ian and Christina look after me perfectly and the reception team are always friendly and helpful.
Thank you Andrew , Ian and Christina will be thrilled to hear your kind words regarding their care towards you .
Fantastic experience: As ever, over 25 years, competent and caring reception, and treatment Fully recommended Recent set of quite complex work adjusting bridges and filling spaces due to broken tooth As good as usual
Thank you David. We've just got to keep it up for the next 25 years! Best wishes, Ian
Fantastic experience: All the staff are very friendly and professional. I’m a very nervous patient but my dentist and hygienist are wonderful with me. Very patient
Thank you Sue , we appreciate your feedback . It will be shared with your dentist and hygienist .
Fantastic experience: As an extremely nervous dental patient, St Dunstans was a real eye opener. Superbly efficient and friendly staff of the highest quality, putting you totally at your ease, headed by Surinder Bhatti who went out of his way to accommodate me. He adapted his schedule to treat my painful wisdom tooth infection, made the procedure comfortable and painless and followed up with useful advice. I would definitely return to such an impressive organisation and would heartily recommend it to others...
Dear Geoff , thank you for your kind endorsement of Dr Surinder and his team . We hope you have a smooth recovery from your recent dental procedure. We are pleased you found us to be friendly and efficient .
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient for over 20 years and I have never had any issues in this time with St Dunstans Dental Clinic. I am very satisfied with the the care taken, advice given and as a result the condition of my teeth and gums.
Thank you Guy, for entrusting our practice to look after you. We are pleased to hear that you are happy with our service .
Fantastic experience: I’ve been treated by Sam for a few years now. I’ve seen her so many times that I think of her as my dentist, although my dentist is actually the lovely Aisha. Sam is so nice and extremely informative about everything, you can really tell she takes her role seriously. I’ve had many hygienists over the years at other places and I can honest say they were only a fraction of what Sam does. It’s not a quick clean and polish here….you always get the full inspection, advice, lessons on cleaning your teeth, plaque score, charts, purple tablets, checks your toothbrush, proper 1:1. I like going to see Sam as much as having my hair cut although I don’t get the wash and shampoo but the seats are similar but it’s slightly more expensive. However, it’s been money well spent as Sam has my gingivitis well under control now. Thank you! Definite candidate for employee of the month.
Dear Richard, Thank you for providing such lovely feedback regarding the care you receive from Sam one of our team of dental hygienists. She is an asset to our team and very passionate about dental hygiene, your review will be shared with her, and I am sure she will be delighted! Thank you for taking the time to post it.
Fantastic experience: I had an appointment to have 2 teeth out, which I was dreading. However Aisha was absolutley brilliant, friendly, calming and professsional. Having a video screen on the ceiling above the treatment chair is a great idea as watching MTV, or whatever it was, really does help take your mind off of things.
Lovely to hear that your experience was made positive by our dentist Aisha .
Thank you for posting your feedback
Fantastic experience: My extraction was done in the kindest and most professional way anyone could have wished for. Dr Small is a highly skilled dentist and I have complete confidence in him.
Ah that is nice to hear . We will feed your review back to your dentist and the nurse who looked after you .
Fantastic experience: I have nothing but good things to say about St Dunstan's Dental Practice. It's always clean and tidy, the reception staff are friendly and welcoming. Dr Ian Small is the BEST dentist I have ever had - I'm a nervous patient and he puts me at ease every time.
Leyla that is so nice to hear , and Ian will be chuffed to hear this . We will pass on your kind words and to our lovely reception team
Fantastic experience: Superb in every way. I have been a client for 50+ years even though I now live a few hours away. Friendly but professional and exceptional dentistry. I simply wouldn’t use any other dentist.
Dear Tara, thank you for your kind review, and your loyalty to our practice over 50 years is amazing and greatly valued . The fact you still come back to see us despite not living locally is not taken for granted. We always love seeing you and we will work hard to ensure your long trips to us remain worth it!
Best wishes from Surinder and all the team
Fantastic experience: Most pleasant appointment i have ever had in my life. Ladies at the reception, friendly and super helpful and the dentist, very helpful and gentle. Perfect customer service
Iwona, thank you for a such a nice review and I am so pleased you found the team friendly and helpful and the treatment was gentle, it is what we strive for. You kind comments will be shared with the team and the dentist you saw Mr. Ian Small.
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient at St Dunstan's Dental Practice for over 30 years. Ian Small has been my dentist for the entire time and I can highly recommend his kind, professional, pain-free and outstanding service. Christina, my regular hygienist is similarly professional, kind and gentle. The dental nurses and office team are a fabulously warm and friendly bunch. I can highly recommend this dental practice!
Your wonderful appraisal of Ian Small, Christina and the team is very gratifying, and they will be thrilled to read your kind words . thank you so much. 30 years of loyalty speaks for itself.
Fantastic experience: I have been very grateful to Dr S.Bhati's work. I completely trust him and know that I will quickly be helped especially if it is an urgent case! I also appreciate the pieces of advice that he gives me! Thank you!
Thank you Nadia, it is an absolute pleasure to look after your dental care, your kind words are very appreciated.
Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: So pleased to have such a kind and gentle dentist, (Ian Small), as I am a very nervous patient due to bad experiences in the past. I have total trust in him. We have been patients since 1980 and have always found the dentists and the support staff efficient and friendly. Highly recommend.
Thank you Barbara, Ian is a great asset to our team , and he will be thrilled to read your kind words! It is lovely that you also recognise our support staff, as they form the backbone of the practice .
Fantastic experience: My appointment with the hygienist was on time, professionally carried out and I had no complaints
lovely to hear Keith
Fantastic experience: I have been with Serinder my dentist for many years and cannot praise his dental skills enough . Painless and highly skilled dentistry . Recently I saw Ian for wisdom teeth removal and was quite nervous . Again no pain and very efficient service . Everything healed up very quickly . Really put me at my ease I would highly recommend this practice
Lesley as your dentist of 20+ years I am lucky to have a highly competent team who can look after you in my absence. Thank you for your tremendous loyalty, and travelling all the way from London. See you in due course with my best wishes Surinder
Fantastic experience: I went today to my regular 4 month appointment with Christina and her assistant Faye , they are very professional and at the same time very friendly and chatty and you feel so comfortable to be there with them you know you will be treated with the utmost respect and care and feel you are with friends . I rate them very highly indeed .
Thank you Maria, Christina and Faye were delighted to hear your kind words about them .
Fantastic experience: Lovely staff at St Dunstan’s. This was my dentist when I was a teenager and coming back to the practice has been a really good experience. The staff are knowledgeable and caring.
Welcome back Rachel, i am so pleased you found the staff to be caring and competent, we believe in trying to do our best for each and every patient.
Fantastic experience: I had a troublesome back tooth which needed to be removed. My regular dentist at another practice referred me to Dr Aisha AlShawaf as a specialist, and she did an excellent job - explaining the stages and extracting the tooth successfully.
Brilliant stuff Keith, very good to hear Dr AlShawaf was able to look after you to an excellent standard. Thank you for your review.
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of Ian Small's for more than thirty years and have always had excellent care from him and all the other Practice staff. I would highly recommend both Ian Small and the other staff and do not think it would be possible to have better dental care anywhere. Carmen Clark
Ian will be delighted with your kind words, and your 30 years of loyalty are testament to his capable care, and of the rest of the practice staff.
Fantastic experience: St Dunstans is the best practice I have ever used. The staff are considerate and understanding, and are flexible when necessary. Thank you.
That is so good to hear David, the team will be delighted to read your review
Fantastic experience: An excellent service for dental implants. The initial procedure was virtually pain free, including the injections. Every stage was fully explained making me feel relaxed about the whole experience. The final result is comfortable and a huge improvement upon all other options.
Dear Susan,
Ian and I thank you for your kind words, we are both passionate about what we do, and we were pleased to assist you with the treatment needed to provide you with the dental implants
Best wishes from Surinder and Ian
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend St Dunstans Dental Practice in Canterbury. The staff at all levels are very pleasant. I have been seen by several excellent dentists at this practice. This experience was highly professional on their part and they gave excellent information to me. Mr. R J Woolven
Thank you for the very kind words Mr Woolven , it is encouraging and rewarding to read
Fantastic experience: Dr. Small is a truly remarkable professional. His skill and genuine care make all the difference. Every step has been handled with patience and expertise, ensuring comfort, clear explanations, and thoughtful care throughout the process. His rare combination of technical excellence and kindness stands out. Since 2016, I have deeply appreciated his unwavering attention to detail and exceptional care.
Dear T.E.C
What a lovely review for ian to receive , he will be thrilled to hear this . Thank you for taking the time to post it . It is through patient’s feedback we hope to spread the good word about what our practice is about and our ethos that Ian totally embodies .
Best wishes
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend St Dunstans Dental Practice highly enough! Having had some really bad experiences with dentists in the past, I developed a fear of dental visits. However, this practice has completely changed my perspective. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, making every visit a pleasant experience. Surinder Bhatti is, without a doubt, the best dentist I have ever had. He is gentle, empathetic, and his dental work is first-class. For anyone who has dental anxiety or is looking for a top-notch dental practice, this is the place to go. Thank you for restoring my faith in dental care!
Dear Abbey , thank you for your kind words. It means a great deal to build confidence in our patients who do not feel totally at ease with dental visits and there are many ! Your feed back is very encouraging for us all at st Dunstans dental practice .
Best wishes from Surinder
Fantastic experience: St Dunstans is an excellent dental practice. I always receive excellent treatment whenever I visit. I would recommend this practice
Thank You Sue ! Lovely to hear these kind words .
Thank you from the whole team !
Fantastic experience: Have been visiting St Dunstan's for many years now always excellent service and high quality, they certainly have that gentle touch.
Thank you Andrew , we appreciate your kind words , it means a lot .
Fantastic experience: Pleasant reception staff and seen promptly by the hygienist who did a thorough job and gave good advice. Would definitely recommend this practice.
Thank you Marianne. We do try to be welcoming and friendly , so it’s encouraging for our team to read your feedback .
Fantastic experience: Dr Bhatti removed a problematic tooth after I had suffered several weeks of pain. I was terrified but was put at ease immediately. The injection ( which is usually the most painful part) was painless as was the extraction. I cannot praise the service I received enough. The team were BRILLIANT.
Dear Vivien , thank you for the kind review . I hope the safari supper was not scuppered by recent extraction . Always a pleasure to look after you .
Fantastic experience: Posted by Robert Atkins I needed a repair to a lower tooth near the front - a small piece had broken off the top edge of the tooth, leaving a place that was sharp. The repair was carried out quickly and effectively, with the excellent standard of care that I regularly receive from this dental practice.
Dear Robert , it’s encouraging and a rewarding feeling to read your praise about the dental care you received recently . Thank you from us all at St Dunstans .
Fantastic experience: I had a major problem after some very poor dental treatment. Thanks to Ian Small and some excellent work my problems were fixed . On going treatment including hygienist is working well. I would highly recommend.
Thank you Clive , Ian will be delighted to hear this as well the hygienist .
Best wishes from us all at St Dunstans
Fantastic experience: I've been referred to St Dunstans Dental Practice a couple of times for root fillings. Reception is very efficient and friendly confirmation and reminders are received by text and email. The dentist who has treated me is Steve Williams, he is very proficient and has a great manner about him. All in all an excellent practice.
Lovely to hear Chris , Steve will be delighted to hear this , and so will the rest of the team . Your feedback will be passed onto him .
Fantastic experience: I have been to other dental clinics But stopped going to see hygienist because of bad experience. However I attended Dunstans Dental practice with painful teeth and gums, just after one visit and am smiling again The hygienist is very caring and detailed. She explains everything to one's understanding Patient and gives accurate advice on how to take care of your oral hygiene From the reception to the dentist and the hygienist are all great professionals, and I will recommend St Dunstans Dental practice for everyone who wants a Dental practice
Thank you for your 5 stars !
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend St Dunstan’s Dental Practice. I was referred to Steve Williams as I had a persistent infection caused by an old root canal that needed to be put right. The root of my tooth was crooked and my usual dentist suggested I see a specialist in Endodontics, in the hope that he could save the tooth. I am a nervous patient, so all visits to the dentist are difficult for me. However, I need not have worried, from start to finish I received the most wonderfully professional service. Steve explained every step, putting me at ease and reassuring me along the way. Not once did I feel any pain, or distress. The treatment was exceptional, using the most state of the art technology. Definitely a five star service.
Hi Debbie thank you for such a lovely review. Steve is a real asset to our team and he will be thrilled to read your kind words.
Thank you for appreciating the care and the high end technology we use.
Fantastic experience: Excellent practice. Great attention to detail and education on taking the best care of your gnashers. Highly recommend it if you want professional service and excellent care.
Thank you for recognising our professional approach and our desire to achieve excellence . It is very encouraging .
Fantastic experience: Having used this practice since I arrived in Canterbury over 50 years ago I can say that I have always been completely satisfied with the attention that I received over the years. The present team is excellent and appears to have kept up with recent developments in dentistry in such a way that I have great confidence in their skill. My emergencies have been small ones but they have invariably received rapid and suitable treatment.
Dear Stephen , we really appreciate your endorsement of our care , and your half century of loyalty and confidence in allowing us to provide your dentistry is very encouraging that we are getting it right .
Fantastic experience: Have been a patient with the practice for many years now. The receptionists are helpful and kind. All the practitioners - and I've seen a few- are excellent. Always feel I'm in the best and most capable hands. Would recommend and have done so to friends and acquaintances. Had a bit of a problem recently and could not have received better attention from reception to practitioner.
Thank you Jan for your very kind comments. It's always a pleasure to pass lovely feedback to the reception and nursing staff. Our thanks and best wishes to you too, Ian & Surinder
Fantastic experience: As a foreigner who travels constantly, frequently visits the UK and often needs access to treatment while abroad, I am delighted to have found St. Dunstans. I had to have an old root canal redone due to a minor infection and after a consultation was able to schedule both the initial work and the required follow up quickly. Endodontist/specialist Steve Williams is professional, friendly and reassuring and the procedure was done quickly but attentively with him giving me explanations as he went. The reception staff are all very pleasant and professional and are SO accommodating to my schedule - VERY much appreciated. I have since scheduled my regular hygiene appointment for a cleaning before I leave the UK. Highly recommend the team at the practice.
Dear Stephanie,
Thank you for your kind words about the team and Steve Williams . It’s great to hear that we were able to meet your needs with your travel schedule . Wishing you success with your recent dental care.
Best wishes from us all at St Dunstans .
Fantastic experience: Had complete rebuild of my rear teeth with two implants. The process was well articulated will laid out and planned and professional throughout. Eating well is important, and not having to struggle and eating what I want is a godsend. Thanks to the team at St Dunstan’s and Surinder for the work and care. Would highly recommend
Dear Tony , it’s been a pleasure to look after you , and dovetail your treatment in with your transatlantic and transcontinental work schedule !
Thank you for your kind words
Surinder
Fantastic experience: What can I say!.....Mr Small and the Hygienist's have been amazing. They've shown me how to care for my teeth properly. Kind and compassionate for an anxious patient. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Receptionist also deserve a mention always pleasant and professional. Thank you all!
Julia what a lovely review of Ian , the hygienists and our reception team . Happy new year and thank you for taking the time to feedback .
Fantastic experience: Fantastic emergency treatment by Surinder Bhatti, rebuilding my front tooth. Excellent service from reception staff and dental nurse. Highly recommend this practice
Thank you Dawn , have a merry Christmas from us all at St Dunstans, and fingers crossed the dental work survives the festive food delights !
Fantastic experience: I have been going to St Dunstan's for 3 years and have found them to be on the whole, very professional. Dr Batti, my dentist is a skilled dental surgeon who has produced good work on my teeth. This last time, I needed a tooth rebuilt and the result was fantastic. Cosmetically beautiful, it is a robust addition to my dental assemblage. Although professional, he is conversationally engaging and has a good sense of humour.
Dear Richard , thank you for your kind words of appreciation. I hope the ‘brothers’ are feeling complete again after the resurrection of the headless sibling !
Fantastic experience: After an absolutely shocking poor level of service and communication from a different private dentist it was a huge relief to find the St Dunstans Practice. In particular, all the receptionists, dental nurses and Dr Surinder have gone out of their way to accommodate us. Perhaps most importantly there has been clear concise communication resulting in real trust leading to excellent outcomes and some very timely pre Christmas treatment. Apologies for accidentally only giving a one star review first time...5 star is order of the day....
Dear Simon , thank you for your kind words ,your feedback means a great deal thank you , we read all reviews and share them with our team . Thank you for upgrading us to 5 stars !
Dr Surinder bhatti
Fantastic experience: Top quality dental service, with good advice as well as treatment. A little surprised to be charged £102 for 20 minutes in the hygienist's chair, but this is a Rolls Royce. practice.
Thank you John . We are not the cheapest nor the most expensive , but we do aspire to giving the highest quality care and ethical treatment advice .
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient at St Dunstan's for nearly 20 years. I have always received the utmost care and attention from Aisha (my dentist) and the whole team. I would recommend this practice most highly.
Thank you Paula , Aisha and the team will be thrilled and encouraged to hear your feedback .
Kindest regards
Fantastic experience: Wonderful experience. Thankful for Dr. Steve Williams for a smooth root canal procedure. Very professional and kind. Kudos to the team.
Thank you Aliza, Steve will be delighted to hear this and your review will be shared with him and the team .
Fantastic experience: Have been with St Dunstan’s for many years as has my family. Teeth treatments are always a challenge but patience, expertise and helpfulness eases the experience. My dentist Surinder is exceptional.. Thank you to all at St Dunstan’s.
Thank you Mary , you kind feedback is most appreciated .
Dr Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: I’ve been a patient at St Dunstan’s Dental Practice for some time now, and I’m incredibly grateful for the exceptional care I’ve received. After Martin Kelleher, the senior consultant dentist for restorative dental treatment at Kings College Hospital London, retired from private practice, he highly recommended Ian Small at St Dunstan’s. I couldn’t be more pleased with this recommendation. Ian is always thorough, considerate, and takes the time to explain his treatment plan in detail, ensuring I feel fully informed and comfortable throughout each visit. In addition to Ian, Sam, the hygienist, has also been fantastic. She is efficient, thorough, and the attention to detail in her work is excellent and I always feel well cared for. The reception staff are consistently friendly and helpful, making scheduling appointments and addressing any concerns a smooth and pleasant experience. Overall, I am very satisfied with the care at St Dunstan’s Dental Practice and would highly recommend the practice to anyone seeking top-notch dental care.
What a wonderful endorsement of our talented dentist Ian Small , he and the team that support him will be chuffed to hear this . It lovely that you also recognise how everyone at the practice is needed to contribute to a positive dental experience .
Your feedback will be shared with ian and the team .
Best wishes from us all at the practice .
Fantastic experience: First class dental practice, excellent treatment with all staff friendly and caring. Routine preventive treatment given priority as well as regular and emergency treatment when needed. Thank you!
Dear Sandro , thank you for your positive endorsement of the dental team . It means a lot particularly because as a retired health care professional you can perhaps appreciate the effort more than others that has to go on behind the scenes to ensure high quality care is provided at all times.
Kindest regards.
Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: Great dentist, lovely staff. Yes they may run a little late from time to time but that will usually mean because they are helping YOU and the next person. Ive been going 47 years.
Thank you Jane , note taken about appointments running late sometimes ! But you are right we focus on patient care and not conveyor belt dentistry . Really appreciate your long standing loyalty to our practice and your kind words about the dental team, they will be delighted.
See you soon
Surinder Bhatti
Fantastic experience: Both my late wife, my current partner and I have been patients of St Dunstan’s for years. We are very pleased with the level of care, both from Ian Small and the hygienists
Dear Gerry , thank you for your kind words about Ian , he will be thrilled as well as the hygienists . We appreciate your continued. loyalty to the practice.
Kindest regards from us all at St Dunstan’s
Fantastic experience: I'm a VERY nervous patient and the hygienist was great. She explained carefully what was going to happen and reassured me about every procedure. Reception staff were very friendly which is really important if you are anxious about your visit.
Thank you Liz, it important to us all here , that you felt you were well looked after . Lots of patients dread the visit to the dentist or the hygienist . I hope your post encourages other nervous/anxious patients . Thank for leaving your feedback .
Kindest regards St Dunstans dental practice
Fantastic experience: I've been a patient at this practice for several decades. The receptionist are always responsive and helpful. I've had excellent dental treatment with options clearly stated and explained.
Dear Jennie thank you for such positive feedback , the receptionists will be thrilled and your review will be shared with your dentist also .
Best wishes
St Dunstans dental practice
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of St Dunstan’s Dental Practice for many years and have always found that the care received has been excellent. All the staff are highly effective professionals who make a real effort to put nervous patients at ease. It is a testament to the skilled treatment offered that I continue to be a patient at the St Dunstan’s Practice even though I no longer live locally. Recently I needed an urgent appointment and this was provided and the treatment completed with all speed and care. Thank you.
Dear Jill , this is lovely to hear . We really do value our patients and we are very mindful how far some of patients travel to see us . We understand the trust you put in our team and the decision to stay with us despite the potential inconvenience with travel. It just encourages us to continue to work hard and deliver the best dental care we can .
Fantastic experience: Everything about this Practice is excellent. I have been a patient there for many years, over 20 of which have been with dental surgeon Ian Small who is brilliant. Additionally, my hygienist Christina is first rate, and all the nursing and reception staff are always very professional, friendly and helpful.
Ian and Christina will be delighted to read this . Also it’s lovely you recognise and appreciate our nurses and receptionists, who are the backbone of the practice .
Fantastic experience: I have had good service from Aisha on my visits over the last few years. The dental receptionists are always pleasant and helpful, so I am happy to recommend St Dunstans.
Thank you Diane . Your kind words will be shared with Aisha and the receptionists , who will be thrilled !
Best wishes from us all.
Fantastic experience: We moved to Canterbury almost four years ago and local friends recommended St Dunstan's. We haven't been disappointed and have the greatest confidence in the overall care and general running of the practice.
Thank you for your kind words, your dentist Ian Small will pleased to hear this , as well as the rest of the team that are involved in your care.
Best wishes from us all.
Fantastic experience: If the state of your teeth tells a sorry and ruinous tale of aggressive filling in the 1950s and 60s, of your unconsciously grinding them together 24/7 for the next six decades, of successive and ever larger fillings, of crowns reaching the end of their reign, and eventually extractions which seriously reduce your chewing power, then you need Dr Bhatti’s near-miraculous skill and ingenuity. His implants are life-transforming and worth every penny, and his determination to preserve the ageing remnants is very reassuring. On top of it all he is a very nice man: careful and considerate, he treats you as more than just a collection of teeth, and gives every sign of recognising that he couldn’t do all this without the excellent support of the receptionists and dental nurses.
Dear Jeremy , thank you for your very kind words , it is very encouraging to hear . I am very pleased that you recognise how much I value the support of the entire team of nurses and receptionists and your review will be shared with the whole team .
With my best wishes .
Dr Surinder Bhatti.
Fantastic experience: I have been with the practice for many years now, and my children and grandchildren attend here as well. I am treated with care and consideration, and have received excellent care from both the dentist and the hygienist. I highly recommend this dental practice.
Thank you Annette , we really appreciate your kind feedback .
See you soon with the twins !
Best wishes Dr Surinder Bhatti
Positive experience: Rather disappointed with my hygienist visit. Mentioned that I had an intermittent sensitivity lower gum and front teeth. Asked to demonstrate how I used my toothbrush, which I did…..whereupon I received no further explanation.
Dear Linda, naturally we are sorry to hear you did not feel your hygienist visit went as well as you had wished . We will look into it and get in touch , but thank you for your feedback .
Fantastic experience: St Dunstans Dental Practice is an excellent and very efficient set up. My dentist there is Ian Small who is very professional and gentle operator. I recommend it.
James, thank you for your feedback. Veryuch appreciated. Ian
Fantastic experience: Mr Small was my parents dentist for many years. They always spoke so highly of him. I am now also a patient and I cannot speak highly enough of the practice. Mr Small is very professional and always makes you feel so welcome and not pressurised. He explains the procedure and has a calm friendly approach. I am delighted with the experience so far snd highly recommend
Thank you Helen for your very kind comments. Your parents were the most delightful people and it's a pleasure for us to look after you too.
Fantastic experience: I was recommended by my dentist Chris Lewns (a fellow pedant) from Whitstable to Ian Small when I moved to Canterbury. This was 20 years ago. Over that time I have used Ian & his team for all my dental needs. They have always been professional, helpful & friendly. Most recently I had an awkward filling done to the very year of my upper jaw. It was still uncomfortable a couple of weeks later, so I emailed Ian informing him of my concerns. He made an appointment for me swiftly and checked everything over, made a couple of adjustments and sent me on my way (without any charge). What more can I say or need to say ? Steve Zachry
Thank you Steven. Chris was always going to be a hard act to follow so we'll keep on trying our best!
Fantastic experience: Excellent Dental Practice I have been a patient there for more than 30 years Mr Small has been my same Dentist who l have always found to be extremely skilled understanding patience kind caring In fact all the Staff l have always found to be helpful and caring.. Most happy always to recommend this Practice.
Thank you for your lovely comments Terrie. It's always a great pleasure to see you. Ian.
Fantastic experience: After a local dentist recommendation, I’ve been a patient here for about 2 years now. Ian Small and Steve Williams are superb, both really kind, thorough and patient despite obviously being very busy. I am frankly amazed as after years of dread each time to the point of tears, I can honestly say I no longer mind going to the dentist ! Root canal, filling and new crown, didn’t feel a thing, all explained. Life changing for me quite frankly. Reception team is terrific too, really friendly. Highly recommend, worth every penny.
Thank you Katy for your very touching comments. The team will be delighted to hear your feedback. Best wishes, Ian
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