Nervous patients

Whatever your negative dental experiences, with our help you can leave your fears where they belong: in the past. With refined care and expertise we’ve been helping patients throughout Swindon and Wiltshire manage their fear of the dentist for many years - we can do it for you too.

It’s important that you look after your oral health. Your lifestyle, psychological well-being and dental health depend on it. If you continue to avoid the dentist, this can lead to severe, perhaps irreversible, damage.

So, take the first step. Work with us. Tell us everything. In detail. We understand the panic. The sweaty palms. The rumbling tum. The unsteady legs. The tears. We also know how to ease these symptoms. As your confidence grows, they will disappear for good.

No pressure—you are in control

What does and doesn’t happen is up to you. You do not have to do anything out of your comfort zone.

Why not start with driving by Smiles Centre. You don’t have to do any more than this for starters. We have a beautiful practice with a calm, friendly, family vibe, which you will discover if you come in and say hello. Why not bring a friend or a family member?

We are happy to chat

This is your chance to tell us why the dentist gives you the heebie-jeebies—we will understand. Sit down and have a cuppa or two on the house.

Our staff are happy to discuss your concerns. We are trained, qualified and experienced in dental phobias. If this is enough, leave and have a think.

Meet the team—tour the premises

If you are ready for the next step, you can meet the Smiles Centre team. All of us. Putting faces to names can help to break down barriers. As does understanding our systems and processes, our treatments and technology.

You get to know us. We get to know you. Have a guided tour of the building. Ask as many questions as you like.

Choose your dentist

Getting to know you means we get to play matchmaker. Partnering you with the dentist we feel is the most sympathetic to your personality and individual requirements. But, if you have a preference, we are happy to oblige!

Your first dental health assessment

Comfy chair, feet up, music in the background. We are happy to tailor the tunes to your taste. Or you can bring your own music and headphones and zone out to your favourites while we check your dental health. It doesn’t take long and is painless. We can stop at any time if you need a break.

Your first dental treatment

This can be as simple and pain-free as polishing your teeth or a sealant filling. You won’t feel a thing and will walk tall when we’ve finished. And don’t forget the music!

If you need a course of treatments, we plan them close together. This means you don’t have the time to fret and undo all the good work that has got you this far. Take the first step today. Give us a call on 01793 722266 for a chat and to find out how we could help you.

Meet the team

Kate Hollands

Dentist

GDC NO. 229107

Dragi  Todorovic

Dragi Todorovic

Dentist

GDC NO. 82838

Bernadette Ssentoogo

Dentist

GDC NO. 278013

Christopher Richards

Dentist

GDC NO. 46499

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The biggest compliment we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Smiles Centre. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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663 Reviews

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JD

John Derkacz

It was fabulous

12th August 2026

Relaxed and felt at ease with my treatment always happy to explain to me everything that’s going on including what they will be doing and after care.

10th August 2026

Very compassionate and understanding and patient and very helpful

GF

Gemma Ferguson

I have been attending Smiles dental practice since 2016. The staff and dental team are always friendly and helpful. The dental staff are very thorough, share lots of dental knowledge, are happy to answer questions and go above and beyond at each appointment. Would highly recommend!

5th August 2026

Very thorough explained everything even helped answer questions about my husband and his gums,very chatty helping me understand why he needed an xray and why no more treatment needed

5th August 2026

As a nervous person I was put as ease and felt better with the situation

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emma Spurling

For someone who was absolutely terrified of dentist. The moment I walked into smiles it felt relaxed and friendly there wasn’t any judgement.I would not go anywhere else Chris is my dentist he is lovely friendly full of knowledge and very patient explains everything throughout treatments, I actually look forward to visiting the dentist and seeing them all now. I also recommend to anyone looking for a dentist.

AJ

Allyson Jordan

Great dentist and dental hygienist.<br>Staff on reception are always exceptionally friendly and helpful

MC

Michael Cope

The staff at Smiles Centre have always offered a supportive and expert dental service, but I discovered today that they are miracle workers. I presented with a very difficult tooth extraction and replacement problem, which needed to be resolved the day before the lab would be closed for two weeks. The receptionist juggled appointments to get me, Dragi extracted the tooth and the lab technicians managed successfully to add a tooth to my plate, in a position that seemed impossible to access. I am amazed, delighted and grateful in quality measure.

31st July 2026

Katie was very helpful and chatty and explain everything to me

25th July 2026

Kate was really patient with me and explained the process as it was done

23rd July 2026

Clinicians listening and explaining options

TP

Trevor Pons

As always everyone was great especially Theresa and Kate - after arriving late with my wife (not happy!) because of traffic delays. The team at Smiles handled the situation brilliantly

9th July 2026

Neha (the Hygenist) is particularly lovely, gentle and kind. She always checks all is well and is friendly, courteous and professional. The dental nurse was also very good, friendly and professional. They both put me at ease.

9th July 2026

I have always been very anxious about visiting a dentist but here, I am always listened to and given time. Thank you.

SG

Sue Giles

Very relaxed and looked after well by Chris, he is friendly and very gentle when examining my teeth.

3rd July 2026

I’m no good at taking things in which has always been a task . My brain works different it’s like a washing machine . Explained things so I understood well done smiles

2nd July 2026

My treatment has been fantastic and my concerns where explained in full .Nothing was too much trouble .

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darall chapell

Very friendly team. Dentists are great with me being a nervous patient. I have been coming here for years.

25th June 2026

First class treatment always received

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