Forest Dental

★★★★★ 4.7 · 82 reviews Checking hours…

1a, Forest Road, Loughton, IG10 1DR · Regulated by Care Quality Commission (CQC)

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Forest Dental in Essex offers a broad range of treatments including dental hygiene, teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, bridges, white fillings, root canal treatment, dentures, extractions and periodontal care, using technologies such as Invisalign, Zoom, Enlighten and Emax. The practice has digital x-rays, free on-site parking, disabled access, ground-floor access and is well served by public transport. Patients frequently highlight clear communication and a calm, unhurried approach to care.

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Treatments & services 64

Dental HygieneTeeth WhiteningVeneersCrownsBridgesWhite/Composite FillingsRoot Canal TreatmentDenturesTooth ExtractionPeriodontics/GumInvisalign/Clear AlignersOrthodontics/BracesCosmetic DentistrySmile MakeoverPreventive DentistryChildren's DentistryEmergency DentistryDental SedationOral SurgeryMouth/Night GuardsInlays/OnlaysSnoring/SleepMouth Cancer ScreeningSmoking CessationFluoride TreatmentAn emergency consultation isNew PatientChild examination (age 0-4)Child examination (age 5-14)X-rays

+ 34 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.

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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.
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Patient information

Children & families welcomeNervous patients welcomeSedation availableNew private patients welcome

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Patient reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
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Karen Leach ★★★★★

When I started seeing Dr Rana for my dental care in 2009, I was terrified of going to the dentist. Through her patience, support and professionalism, I now have absolutely no anxiety when attending the surgery. She also keeps my teeth in excellent condition. I would highly recommend Dr Rana

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Nathalie Thomas ★★★★★

As someone who has always been extremely anxious and nervous about dental visits, I was dreading my first appointment. I was embarrassed with how long it had been since my last teeth clean. However, Dr Rana IMMEDIATELY put me at ease from my first consultation with her all the way back in 2018. Calm, professional and thorough, I will always recommend Forest Dental to anyone who needs a dentist. She takes the time to explain what is happening, why it's happening and what her professional recommendation is for treatment. 7 years later, I can't imagine going to any other dentist and trusting t…

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Paul Thornton ★★★★★

I have always received excellent care from Dr Rana. Dr Rana is very professional and has an excellent patient manner and I have always found that she takes time to explain any treatment and the reason it is needed and which is really appreciated. Dr Rana is supported by friendly and efficient staff at the practice. I would really recommend Dr Rana and Forest Dental.

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Phoebe Cushion ★☆☆☆☆

I have had two distressing experiences with Dr. Rana. Most recently, just the other week, I attended a routine appointment. Six months earlier I had been told my gums were healthy, but this time I was suddenly told I had gum disease, that my teeth were very dirty and would eventually fall out, and was handed a £1000 treatment plan on the spot. The diagnosis was delivered so abruptly that I left the practice in shock and very upset. Thankfully, I sought a second opinion from a highly recommended Bupa dentist after moving to Scotland. They confirmed my gums and teeth are healthy (all 0s and j…

The team

3 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

Digital x-raysDisabled accessParkingFree parkingGround-floor accessOn-site parkingPublic transport nearby

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Technology

ZoomC-fastEnlightenEmaxValplastInvisalign

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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Regulated by Care Quality Commission

CQC regulates Forest Dental Limited / Dr Chirag Mehta to provide care at this location. Registered since 02/03/2022. Last inspection 26/Aug/2016.

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