Gentle Dentistry dental practice located near Southbourne beach

Dentist Bournemouth

Welcome to Gentle Dentistry, your local Southbourne Bournemouth Dentists, where your comfort and care come first.

We are a centre of excellence for general, implant and cosmetic dental care located in the heart of Southbourne, providing exceptional private dental care services for individuals and families across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch, Dorset.

Feeling a bit nervous or need to be seen quickly? Visit your trusted dentists in Bournemouth today.

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New patients

Hygiene visits

Smile design

Restoring missing teeth

Amalgam removal

Bite assessments

Second opinions

Experience and reputation

Established since 1984, Gentle Dentistry are experienced dentists in Southbourne Bournemouth. We have over 40 years’ dedication to improving oral wellness and crafting beautiful, natural looking smiles through modern dentistry.

We believe a visit to the dentist should feel like catching up with a friend — calm, comfortable and never rushed.

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Tailored dental care in Southbourne Bournemouth

We know that dental work is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Each person is unique, and we tailor our care to fit your needs and priorities, with a focus on both quality, comfort and safety. Here at our Southbourne Bournemouth dental practice, our modern dentistry techniques provide solutions designed to last longer — often delivered in just a single visit.

With cutting edge treatments, precise techniques and same day emergency dental care access, we can restore your teeth, improve your smile and protect your health only ever using natural looking materials. These are created with consideration for your health and experience.

We are here to listen, put you at ease, and help you take care of your oral health in a way that feels right for you.

Hear from some of our very happy patients who visited our dental practice in Bournemouth

Rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 133 customer reviews.

Love my smile now My 4 top front teeth were an absolute catastrophe! So finally plucked up the courage to have them crowned. Stage 1 was a doddle, temporary teeth that looked fabulous (although they felt like hangover teeth - a bit furry). Took around 2 hours. Stage 2 was longer and not a doddle (5 hours) but now I’m over that I love my new bite and my new smile - I’ve been grinning like a loon just because I can and I’m confident I won’t scare small children anymore. Many thanks to Jayne my hygienist for saving my wobbly teeth and receding gums so that Dan could work his magic. Thanks also to all those who held my hand, rubbed my shoulders and irrigated my mouth endlessly and the lovely ladies on reception xxxx Gentle Denistry does what it says on the tin and restored my faith in dentists.
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VALERIE TROY 05/06/26
Emergency dental - great service I recently had an emergency dental appointment with Dan and the team. They were absolutely fantastic from start to finish, the clinic is clean and the clinic is so warm and welcoming, I felt right at home. As a nervous emergent dental patient I would honestly say it turned into a great experience and they diagnosed and alleviated my problem in the same instance and communicated with me the whole time. I’m now no longer scared of dentist and can throughly recommended Dan the team for top level dental care and will absolutely be back.
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Robyn 21/05/26
Had extensive work carried out by Demi - taking into consideration I had a serious phobia of dentists the work was carried out very professionally and I am so pleased with the result - the complete team at Gentle Dentistry Southbourne from Katy in reception to Demi and his team was fantastic and would seriously recommend - well done 👍
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Glyn Coates 07/05/26
Daniel carried out minor cosmetic work… Daniel carried out minor cosmetic work to my front teeth and changed a filling. The cosmetic work was precise and faultless. The filling replacement was a piece of cake and… no pain! Amazing work and thank you. Would always recommend Gentle Dentistry.
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Mark 01/05/26
The premium dental experience, Dimi has transformed my teeth he is very patient and gentle explaining clearly what work needs to be done and how It will be achieved, without any pressure. I would highly recommend this practice, very friendly and professional staff team
Hygienist Jayne is also excellent very encouraging and supportive in promoting gum health.
I continue to be very happy with the treatments I’ve had and the outcomes.
Thank you all!
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Amanda Boenke 29/04/26
If you have any doubts, anxiety or are nervous about any dental treament you made need then Gentle Denistry is definitely the place to go.
You will be given all the information and options that are best for you and treated with the utmost care and attention.
I cannot believe that after so many years of struggling with a rather nervous attitude to dental treatment that I was so lucky to find Gentle Denistry. This is a very friendly and caring practice that really will put and end to that unpleasant feeling you get when you see a dental appointment looming in your diary.
Thank you to the whole Gentle Dentistry team.
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ken guy 21/04/26
'Smile restored' Having broken a front tooth Gentle Dentistry gave me an emergency appointment with Dimi. I was so impressed with his skills and professionalism plus his caring manner. My tooth was fixed -probably looks better than ever! I also had the pleasure to chat briefly with Dan. Both guys -true professionals and highly talented. Thanks so much Gentle Dentistry, my smile is restored
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Anthony 10/04/26
awesome guys, great service, what's not to like
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george hallwood 08/04/26
I’ve had a genuine phobia of the dentist for decades, and it stopped me from getting the care I needed. I was recommended to Gentle Dentistry and I must say the name appealed to me. They definitely live up to their name.

Walking into Gentle Dentistry for the first time was a big step for me, I was met with nothing but professionalism, kindness, patience, and understanding.

The whole team made me feel safe, listened to, and completely at ease. They explained everything so clearly and never once made me feel rushed or judged.

Demi, my dentist was especially incredible. His patience and sunny disposition made such a difference to me. He always took the time to reassure me and made what felt impossible suddenly feel manageable.

The transformation in my teeth and smile is amazing.

I’m so grateful for the care I’ve received here. If you’re frightened of the dentist like I was, please know you’ll be in the safest hands.
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Juliana Pilch 31/03/26
Very calm appointment I needed to have some enamel added to 2 of my teeth as the gums had started to recede revealing the sentinel, and they were very sensitive. I saw Demitri and I cannot praise him highly enough! He was very gentle and kept making sure that I was ok - as did his very kind assistant Adele. I felt very calm and relaxed. The finished work looks amazing! Can’t see where the join is! Extremely happy patient and no sensitivity.
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Frances Heyward 18/03/26

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Welcome to your local Southbourne dental practice

Take a quick look around Gentle Dentistry and meet some of the team that will welcome you on your visit.

A tour of Gentle Dentistry – Bournemouth Dentists

Take a tour of the Gentle Dentistry clinic, exploring our state of the art facilities and equipment.

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Gentle Dentistry, 3 Church Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 4AS

Free parking is available right outside the door and our practice is situated all on one level. There are no steps or stairs. If you need assistance coming in to the building please let us know and we would be happy to help.

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Mon	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tue	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wed	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thur	8:30am - 5:30pm
Fri	8:30am - 5:30pm
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

Dentist Bournemouth

Welcome to Gentle Dentistry, your local Southbourne Bournemouth Dentists, where your comfort and care come first.

Feeling a bit nervous or need to be seen quickly? Visit your trusted dentists in Bournemouth today.

New patients

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Hygiene visits

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Smile design

Read more

Restoring missing teeth

Read more

Amalgam removal

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Bite assessments

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Second opinions

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Experience and reputation

Tailored dental care in Southbourne Bournemouth

Rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 133 customer reviews.

Meet our team and take a look at our Southbourne dental Practice

Welcome to your local Southbourne dental practice

A tour of Gentle Dentistry – Bournemouth Dentists

Find us for expert private and emergency dental care in Bournemouth

Your Comfort, Our Priority