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 Stroud, Nailsworth, Stonehouse, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Gloucestershire 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 Rowcroft 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 Rowcroft 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 01453 750778 or 01453 764762 for a chat and to find out how we could help you.

Meet the team

Jolyon House

General Dental Practitioner

GDC NO. 68448

Dimitrios Ntanos

General Dental Practitioner

GDC NO. 221636

Lucy Li

General Dental Practitioner

GDC NO. 290862

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People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to us. 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 Rowcroft Dental Centre…

Patient reviews

1015 Reviews

5.0

4th September 2026

Highly skilled clinicians both dentists , hygienists and dental nurses. I have been a nervous patient in the past due to water in mouth and being reclined. They have really made me confidant in having any work done because they listened and acted on my fears . The fact I use interdental brushes everyday and have healthy gums is down to the surgeries excellent encouragement and teaching methods. I have had implants . Also excellent experience. I’m a patient who has prophylatic antibiotics for congenital heart valve disease and consequent interventions. I don’t drive so they accomadate the fact I have to have appts with my husband and take AB before hand. We have both been with Rowcroft for over 30 years. Wouldn’t go anywhere else

2nd September 2026

Same day appointment for emergency care.

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Shaun Venn

Always pleasant and professional. Highly recommend

1st September 2026

The staff who are friendly, helpful and professional.

28th August 2026

Lucy lee a highly competent dental surgeon

28th August 2026

my hygienist is first class and explains things very clearly. my dentist lucy is superb. explains what she is doing. at the end of the check up she advises of what needs to be done in the future. she is a credit to your practice as is the hygenist and all of the reception team. it is a pleasure to attend your surgery. the surgery is so clean .the staff deserve the highest praise for the service they give. i hope all will be thanked.thank you. john cleever

27th August 2026

The Dental Hygiene Room was upstairs which is a very positive move.The Hygienist made me feel relaxed. She worked efficiently with suggestions for cleaning my teeth and using the blue and orange TE PE's

26th August 2026

Friendly staff who listen to your needs and then act. Always look at options for resolving issue and are very customer focused.You can not fault the quality of treatment/advice

26th August 2026

I have been a patient of RDC for many years and I trust the treatment I receive. Ok the price is a little high but it helps being on a dental plan

26th August 2026

Always a friendly and speedy response when I phone the practice The deftness and competence of Dr House has made me become far more confident about receiving dental treatment.

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Andy Kent

Great dentil practice, always professional, kind, considerate and thorough. I would be happy to recommend them to anyone.

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Ian Bourne

Top team

21st August 2026

Knowing exactly what my treatment will involve, concerns adressed re pain levels to be expected. Clarity re work to be carried out etc

21st August 2026

the comfortable environment in the clinic , the staff are very welcoming and polite. the dentist always puts me at ease

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John Creedon

Great level of service from all staff.

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Steve Hale

I look forward to visiting my dentist - every time a friendly conversation and all my questions answered

14th August 2026

Friendly reception and felt at ease with Dr. House and his assistant. All staff were happy to listen to my concerns.

13th August 2026

I have had treatment at the Rowcroft Dental Clinic for many years and have always been very satisfied with the care and treatment received, including some quite challenging procedures due to both abscess and physical damage to my teeth.

12th August 2026

Lisa is brilliant at her job and makes the experience of going to the hygienist a pleasure

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Nikki Keen

As always an A1 service. I've been using Rowcroft for years and have never had anything but a friendly and professional service. It's why I"ve never moved dentists despite now living 30 miles away

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