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Your Trusted Dental Practice in Dorchester
The Gardens Dental Practice has been dedicated to delivering high-quality dental care to patients in Dorchester and surrounding areas for over 25 years. Our practice combines advanced dental techniques with a gentle, patient-centred approach, specialising in implantology, cosmetic dentistry, and general dental care. With a team of highly experienced professionals, including award-winning dentists and skilled hygienists, we prioritise creating a relaxed environment for both routine check-ups and complex treatments.Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of modern dental practices while maintaining a strong focus on patient comfort and long-term oral health solutions.
Services
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Crowns
Root Canal Treatment
Dentures
Veneers
General Dentistry
Facial Aesthetics
Emergency Care
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years' experience placing 6,000+ dental implants
- Our team includes award-winning implantologists and oral surgeons
- Specialist training in treating nervous patients and complex cases
- We use cutting-edge technology including cone beam CT scanning
- Comprehensive aftercare and emergency dental services available
What people say
Excellent patient care
Stress-free experience
Highly recommend
Delighted with results
Gentle approach
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium root replacements. Our specialists handle complex cases including bone grafting, with over 6,000 implants placed successfully. Patients benefit from improved functionality and natural aesthetics with long-lasting results.
Teeth Whitening
Professional home whitening kits use custom trays and medical-grade gel for effective stain removal. Treatments address discolouration from age, diet, or medication, achieving noticeable results while protecting enamel integrity through controlled application methods.
Root Canal Treatment
Specialist-led procedures remove infected pulp from tooth roots using advanced microsurgical techniques. Single and multi-rooted treatments preserve natural teeth, preventing extraction while eliminating pain and infection through precision cleaning and sealing.
Facial Aesthetics
Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers address facial lines and volume loss. Qualified practitioners administer botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid treatments for frown lines, lip enhancement, and facial rejuvenation with natural-looking outcomes.
Emergency Care
Same-day appointments address dental trauma, infections, and severe pain outside regular hours. Services include temporary restorations, pain management, and immediate treatment planning for broken teeth, abscesses, and lost fillings.
People
Dr Matthew Higginson
Principal Dentist
Principal Dentist with 20+ years' experience in implantology and cosmetic dentistry. Holds postgraduate qualifications and specialises in treating nervous patients while maintaining gentle clinical techniques.
Dr Philip McCauley
Oral Surgeon
Specialist in oral surgery and implantology with fellowship status. Places 4,000+ implants and performs complex extractions, bone grafting, and full mouth rehabilitation using advanced surgical techniques.
Dr Izabella Bryant
RAF Dentist
General dental practitioner with 18 years' international experience. Specialises in minimally invasive cosmetic treatments and facial aesthetics, combining clinical excellence with empathetic patient communication.
Dr Mike Wiktor
Associate Dentist
Restorative and aesthetic specialist trained in USA and Europe. Focuses on reconstructive dentistry for heavily damaged teeth, employing conservative approaches to preserve natural tooth structure.
Jennie Birch
Dental Therapist
Experienced therapist providing check-ups, fillings, and gum disease treatment. Specialises in patient education and preventive care, with postgraduate qualifications in dental hygiene and therapeutic procedures.
Questions
Do you treat nervous dental patients?
Yes, our team specialises in caring for anxious patients using gentle techniques and understanding communication to create stress-free experiences.
What implant experience do you have?
We've placed over 6,000 implants with specialists including a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology.
Are emergency appointments available?
Yes, we offer same-day emergency care and provide out-of-hours contact instructions for urgent dental issues.
Do you offer payment plans?
We provide Denplan maintenance plans and finance options to help spread treatment costs over manageable monthly payments.
What cosmetic treatments are available?
We offer teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, and facial aesthetics including anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers.
How do I book a consultation?
Contact us via phone or website to schedule initial assessments for implants, cosmetic work, or general dental care needs.
