Private dentist in Tonbridge · Established 2004

The Tonbridge dental clinic you’ll look forward to seeing

Calm, gentle, judgement-free care — from routine check-ups to implants, braces and cosmetic dentistry. If the dentist makes you anxious, you’re exactly who we look after best.

★★★★★ 4.9 on Google
500+ patient reviews
2022 Patient Voice Award

Nervous patients welcome  ·  Same-day emergency appointments  ·  Caring for Tonbridge since 2004

Dr Pieter Claassen with a happy patient at Calm & Gentle Dental Care, Tonbridge

Dentistry that feels different

We built Calm & Gentle around one idea: a dentist in Tonbridge you don’t have to dread.

Gentle with nervous patients

We listen, explain everything clearly and never rush or judge. Most anxious patients tell us it’s the calmest visit they’ve had.

An award-winning team

Led by Harley Street–trained dentist Dr Pieter Claassen, with a friendly team who’ve looked after Tonbridge families for over 20 years.

Everything under one roof

Check-ups, hygiene, implants, braces, cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics — all in one welcoming practice on the High Street.

Clear, fixed pricing

You’ll always know the cost before we begin, with finance options to spread the payments. See our pricing.

Google Reviews
4.9★★★★★
Based on 500+ reviews
★★★★★

“Wonderful old building with a lovely atmosphere. My appointment was so calming, reassuring and friendly — the best experience I’ve ever had in a dentist surgery.”

Jean Selmes
Google review
★★★★★

“Pieter is quietly reassuring in his manner and puts you at ease as soon as you get in the chair. Gemma is so friendly and chatty — I actually look forward to my visits.”

Wendy Pastorelli
Google review
★★★★★

“Dr Claassen is a brilliant dentist. He is kind, professional and extremely expert in what he does. I cannot recommend highly enough.”

Clare Henshaw
Google review

Meet the people who’ll look after you

Familiar, friendly faces every time you visit — that’s what makes it calm.

Dr Pieter Claassen, lead dentist in Tonbridge

Dr Pieter Claassen

Lead Dentist & Implant Surgeon
Gemma Keemer, dental nurse and lead receptionist

Gemma Keemer

Dental Nurse & Lead Receptionist
Jade Northen, lead dental nurse and radiographer

Jade Northen

Lead Dental Nurse & Radiographer

Find us

In the heart of Tonbridge High Street

Calm & Gentle Dental Care

Hanover House, 203 High Street,
Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1BW

Phone: 01732 353402

Email: info@calmandgentledentalcare.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday07:45 – 17:15
Tuesday07:45 – 17:15
Wednesday07:45 – 17:15
Thursday07:45 – 17:15
Friday07:45 – 16:00
SaturdayBy appointment
SundayClosed

Early-morning appointments available before work.

Ready for a dentist you’ll actually look forward to?

Book online in under a minute, or give our friendly team a call — we’d love to welcome you.

New patients warmly welcome · Nervous patients a speciality · Established 2004