Smile Essential

★★★★★ 4.9 · 136 reviews Checking hours…

434A Narborough Road, Leicester, LE3 2FS · Regulated by Care Quality Commission (CQC)

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Smile Essential in Leicester has offered examinations, dental hygiene, dental implants, teeth whitening, composite bonding, veneers, crowns, bridges, white fillings, and root canal treatment since 1998. Treatments use technology including Invisalign, Six Month Smiles, Quick Straight Teeth, Enlighten Whitening, and The Wand. Free parking and public transport links are available. Patients consistently highlight a welcoming atmosphere and considerate care, particularly for nervous visitors and families.

Established 1998.

Summary compiled from public information about this practice.

Treatments & services 50

Examinations/Check-upsDental HygieneDental ImplantsTeeth WhiteningComposite BondingVeneersCrownsBridgesWhite/Composite FillingsRoot Canal TreatmentDenturesTooth ExtractionPeriodontics/GumInvisalign/Clear AlignersOrthodontics/BracesCosmetic DentistrySmile MakeoverPreventive DentistryChildren's DentistryOral SurgeryMouth/Night GuardsInlays/OnlaysFacial/Cosmetic (DENTAL only)Mouth Cancer ScreeningGum Contouring/Gummy SmileSix Month SmilesAirflow/Stain Removal(includes small x-rays)Dental Health CheckSmall x-rays

+ 20 more on the practice's website.

Mentioned on the practice's own website · last checked May 2026. These are the treatments we could find. The practice may offer more.

Dentist Locator is not an emergency service. For urgent dental help, call 111. In a medical emergency, call 999.

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NHS availability

We could not confirm whether this practice provides NHS treatment.

Source: NHS Business Services Authority general dental contract records, June 2026 data, the most recent month published. NHS availability can change, so please contact the practice to confirm.
We checked this in September 2026.

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Patient information

Children & families welcomeNervous patients welcomeNew private patients welcome

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Patient reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 136 reviews
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Paige Green ★★★★★

I couldn’t fault this dentist even if I tried. I have a huge phobia of the dentist but since being pregnant my teeth have gotten worse so had to face the facts and go. The receptionist (Adele I think) was lovely, to everyone in the waiting room (which wasn’t overly crowded) and on the phone calls she made. The two dentist I saw (two younger women I can’t remember their names 😅) were honestly amazing! They spoke to me with compassion and patience whilst ensuring I understood everything that was happening/going to happen. I could tell they’d taken the time to read my notes were aware of my ph…

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Paris Tompkins ★★★★★

Absolutely Outstanding! From Adele on reception to Olivia the dental nurse and Maida the dentist - incredible all round experience. Having recently changed dentists they have restored my faith in the dental profession! Always welcoming and friendly, text reminders handy, very efficient.

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Rebecca Church ★★★★★

These are amazing people my children had never been before they made us feel So welcome 100% recommend

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julie bolton ★★★★★

I’ve been a patient at Smile Essential for over 30 years and have always received excellent service and treatment. I’m a nervous patient and I am always greeted by friendly reception staff, dental nurses and my dentist Gurpreet. I’d definitely recommend Smile Essential 😃

The team

10 GDC-registered clinicians listed on the practice's website.

General Dental Council registration numbers shown on the practice's website · last checked May 2026.

Facilities & access

Free parkingPublic transport nearby

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Technology

The WandAirflowInvisalignSix Month SmilesQuick Straight TeethEnlighten Teeth WhiteningEnlighten Tooth WhiteningEnlighten WhiteningBoutiqueVivera

From the practice's website · last checked May 2026. The technology we could find mentioned. The practice may use more.

Payment plans & membership

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The payment options we could find. There may be others.

Regulated by Care Quality Commission

CQC regulates Smile Essential Partnership to provide care at this location. Registered since 25/03/2026. Last inspection 23/Jan/2024.

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Source: CQC · last checked May 2026 · how we check listings