The Dental Studio

Unfortunately, I would not recommend The Dental Studio in Colchester based on my personal orthodontic experience. I paid around £2,000 for braces, but after they were removed I was left without a retainer for around two weeks due to an appointment cancellation. By the time I received the retainer, it was uncomfortable and I experienced movement in my teeth soon afterwards. At the time, I raised concerns about the relapse but was reassured that some movement was normal, so I trusted the advice given and did not appreciate there may have been a wider issue with the retention process. Over time, the alignment continued to deteriorate and I remained unhappy with the long-term outcome. When I later asked about a replacement retainer, I was told the original mould could not be used, but I was left unclear as to why. Since then, I have required further dental treatment and have been advised that future orthodontic treatment may now carry additional risks. I was also not given clear aftercare advice regarding how to maintain and care for my retainer, which added to my frustration. While my teeth are still improved compared to before treatment, I am disappointed with the overall outcome and aftercare.

The dental studio is by far the best dentist. Coming from someone who is absolutely petrified of dentist the team here made me feel so at ease, from the moment I walked in to the moment I walked out it was such a pleasant experience and will be looking forward to my next check up. Thank you everyone for being so amazing, will definitely recommend Xx

Staff are very friendly, hygienist Steff is so lovely. Sophie is an absolute asset to this practice.

Always have a very positive experience here. Luke has been brilliant over the years, always professional and approachable. Recent clean with Zara and Sophie was professional, friendly and comfortable. Highly recommend The Dental Studio.

This was my second emergency visit due to awful pain. The first visit I explained I had a terrible phobia of needles and was worried about having anything done. I couldn't believe how nice all the staff were to me. They took the time to explain each step and used extra pain relief. I didn't feel any injections and although the extraction felt uncomfortable it was completely bearable and pain free. I was told that if I needed a break I should raise my left hand and they would stop. In the past I had been told the same by other dental practices and yet when I moved my hand they just carried on. Not in this case though. As soon as I moved my hand they stopped to allow me to breathe. This really increased my trust with the dentist. I can't recommend this practice enough. Every member of staff were very kind and caring. I'm very pleased I found this practice as I'm no longer worried about any future treatments that will inevitably occur with age.

My experience at The Dental Studio had been fantastic, from the first phone call to be taken on. I switched after the independent dental practice I had been with for 40+ years was taken over by a chain. All the staff at The Dental Studio are friendly, courteous, and so reassuring. Most importantly, after my previous experience with the 'chain' the Dentist & rest of staff install confidence & trust.

Always very helpful and accommodating, super polite and welcoming. The dental studio is completely accessible as it is all on a ground floor which is great for me as someone with mobility issues! Luke is my dentist and has been for some time now, I have always been very happy with his advice. They don't rush to give you fillings or crowns (which I know some people worry about with private dentists!), they much prefer to leave things the way they are if possible for as long as possible, and only intervene when absolutely necessary (to use an example, I have a tooth with damaged enamel, it might one day need a filling or possibly a crown. Luke advised it was best to leave it alone for as long as possible). I am also very pleased with the student hygienists I saw. They were polite, well spoken, accommodating, very kind. It was my first ever hygienist appointment, but there was no shame or judgement, just helpful advice on how better to care for my teeth and gums. As you can tell by the length of my review, I'm very happy with the dental studio, and will continue to be a patient there for as long as they'll have me! Thank you dental studio, I used to really hate going to the dentist, but thanks to you, it doesn't cause the same level of anxiety that it used to. 😊