The first visit can be just meeting the dentist and sitting in the chair, with no treatment.
Dentists · Forest Gate, Newham
Gentle Smiles Family Dental
A dental practice offering familiarisation visits and quieter, unhurried appointment times for SEND children.
Next regular session
Weekday mornings, First appointments, by booking
RunsNHS and private — familiarisation visits by requestNext listed: Ask for the first morning slotSession information updated 8 days ago · Venue says
Useful details
NHS & privateChildren's NHS dental care availableVenue says
Familiarisation visitsFree meet-the-team visit before any treatmentVenue says
Step-free surgeryGround-floor surgery, wide doorwayWonderTrail checked
What to expect
Practical, sourced notes on how the session feels — no scores, no star ratings.
First visitVenue says
Quieter timesParents confirm
First morning appointments mean a calmer, emptier waiting room.
Extra timeVenue says
Appointments are booked longer so nothing is rushed.
SensoryParents confirm
The overhead light, suction and sounds are introduced slowly and can be paused.
Where this comes from
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