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 East Sussex and Crowborough 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 Durban Dental 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 Durban Dental 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 these 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…why not give us a call on 01892 652377 for a chat and to find out how we could help you.

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1071 Reviews

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25th September 2026

Very efficient

25th September 2026

Ashley and his Dental nurse were kind and very caring I would recommend them both to any nervous patients. Ashley is an amazing Dentist.

24th September 2026

Helpful caring staff. Explanations very detailed.

24th September 2026

Kate, the hygienist, is excellent and the whole experience is as pleasant as such things can be. All the staff I encounter are friendly and helpful.

23rd September 2026

Everyone was friendly, professional and reassuring. The environment seemed clean and hygienic.

23rd September 2026

People and expertise

19th September 2026

curteous and prompt, professional care and facilities both well presented

18th September 2026

Slight mix up in my appointment schedule as booked hygienist then dentist somehow it had been booked the other way but receptionist sorted it out efficiently

17th September 2026

Always helpful and very professional. I am a very nervous patient and they always work with me in a caring way. I would highly recommend.

17th September 2026

Professional and caring

17th September 2026

Friendliness of the staff

17th September 2026

The reception team are welcoming. Appropriate medical checks are carried out. Dr. Jacob is excellent, so reassuring generally, makes time to talk, and helpful when I enquired about teeth whitening - thank you vey much.

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Linda Fielding

Having had a very complex root canal done on an existing Bridge, I cannot say enough about how excellent, professional, and above all how painless the experience was. Ahmet took the time to explain the best method in which to undertake this procedure making it easier for me to understand.<br>Highly Recommend.

10th September 2026

The reception team at Durban are brilliant , Super friendly ,knowledgeable ,great banter from Marie and Heather from the minute you walk in the door , Ahmet and his lovely assistant Karen are first class together they make a wonderful team .

10th September 2026

Professional, courteous, knowledgable, pleasant, understandingg, practical, reasoned and options ex[plained. Totally satisfied.

7th September 2026

Everybody is caring and considerate, a pleasure to attend.

4th September 2026

I am quite anxious about dental treatment and find Anda to be very patient, understanding and caring when I’ve seen her. She always pauses to check if I’m ok and has a way of making me feel at ease

3rd September 2026

Efficient staff, always pleasant and helpful especially the reception staff.

1st September 2026

The knowlegde and care provided by Anda is always second to none.

30th August 2026

All the staff are so friendly and helpful Christine is a top hygenist have been going to her for years and Ashley he is the best dentist in the world!

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