Alpha Dental Care Prettygate
Alpha Dental Care Prettygate is a dental clinic at 41 Prettygate Rd, Colchester CO3 4EQ, in the Colchester district of Essex. Its website mentions 19 treatments such as dental implants, Invisalign, sedation and emergency appointments. Google Maps showed 4.7 out of 5 from 207 reviews in September 2026, against a Colchester median of 4.8, and more reviews than 59% of rated Colchester practices. Its Google Business Profile lists wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Colchester Town station is about 2.9 km away, and Culver Square, Colchester is about 5 minutes by car. The website also mentions emergency treatment; policies change, so phone to confirm. Details were checked 30 September 2026; this page does not show whether the practice is taking new NHS patients, so confirm by phone.
For general background on treatments its website mentions, read NHS dentist in Essex.
What are the contact details for Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
| Detail | Value | Source · checked |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 41 Prettygate Rd, Colchester CO3 4EQ | Google Business Profile · 30 September 2026 |
| Phone | 01206 577664 | Google Business Profile · 30 September 2026 |
| Website | alphadental.co.uk/prettygate | Google Business Profile · 30 September 2026 |
| Category | Dental clinic | Google Maps · September 2026 |
| Google rating | 4.7 out of 5 (207 reviews) | Google Maps snapshot · September 2026 |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair-accessible car park; Wheelchair-accessible entrance; Wheelchair-accessible toilet | Google Business Profile · 30 September 2026 |
| Listing status | Unclaimed. Compiled from public sources; not verified by the practice. Claim this listing | 30 September 2026 |
| Last verified | Google Business Profile 30 September 2026; website 30 September 2026; website profile 27 October 2026 | Our checks |
| Qualifications | Not published here. Check individual dentists on the GDC register. | GDC |
| Official profiles | Practice website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn · NHS.uk dentist search | Practice website · NHS.uk |
| Fees | Not published here. Ask the practice for its current fees. NHS charges are set nationally: NHS dental charge bands 1, 2, 3 and urgent. | Contact the practice |
What does Alpha Dental Care Prettygate list for access, parking, urgent care and payment?
| Detail | What the source says | Source · checked |
|---|---|---|
| Step-free and accessibility | Wheelchair-accessible car park; Wheelchair-accessible entrance; Wheelchair-accessible toilet | Google Business Profile · 30 September 2026 |
| Urgent problems | Website text mentions emergency treatment. A mention does not show same-day availability, so phone before you travel. | Practice website · 30 September 2026 |
| Children | Website text mentions children's dentistry. Ask from what age and whether NHS or private. | Practice website · 30 September 2026 |
| Sedation | Website text mentions sedation. Ask which type, who monitors it, and the cost. | Practice website · 30 September 2026 |
| Booking | Online booking link on the website | Practice website · 27 October 2026 |
| Opening hours | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00-17:00; Sat, Sun closed | Practice website · 30 October 2026 |
| Nearest station | Colchester Town, about 6 min by car | OpenStreetMap routing estimate |
| Nearby landmarks | Culver Square, Colchester (5 min drive); Colchester Zoo (5 min drive) | OpenStreetMap routing estimate |
| Social media | Practice website · 27 October 2026 (linked from the practice's own pages) |
Where is Alpha Dental Care Prettygate on the map?
About Alpha Dental Care Prettygate
Alpha Dental Care Prettygate is a dental clinic in Colchester, in the Colchester district of Essex, at 41 Prettygate Rd, Colchester CO3 4EQ.
When we read its own website on 30 September 2026, it mentioned Bridges, Check-ups, Children's dentistry, Composite bonding, Cosmetic dentistry, Crowns, Dental implants and Dentures and 11 more, and referred to NHS and private care. A mention is not proof that a treatment is currently available, so ask the practice.
Google Maps showed a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 207 reviews in September 2026, against a Colchester median of 4.8. These are patients' opinions on Google, not our assessment.
Its Google Business Profile lists: wheelchair-accessible car park; wheelchair-accessible entrance; wheelchair-accessible toilet.
| Detail | From the practice website |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00-17:00; Sat, Sun closed. Read from alphadental.co.uk on 30 October 2026; hours change, so call to confirm. |
| Booking | bnsa.sfd.co |
What does the Alpha Dental Care Prettygate website say?
| Topic | Website text |
|---|---|
| Treatments mentioned | Bridges, Check-ups, Children's dentistry, Composite bonding, Cosmetic dentistry, Crowns, Dental implants, Dentures, Emergency appointments, Extractions, Facial aesthetics, Gum disease treatment, Hygienist, Invisalign / clear aligners, Orthodontics / braces, Root canal treatment, Sedation, Teeth whitening, Veneers |
| NHS / private | Mentions NHS treatment and private treatment |
| Dental plan | Mentions a dental plan or membership |
| Page read | alphadental.co.uk/prettygate/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=o |
What fees does Alpha Dental Care Prettygate publish on its website?
The practice has a fees page: alphadental.co.uk/prettygate/prices. We could not read clear prices from it, so none are shown here. Ask the practice for a written quote.
Find other Colchester practices by treatment
The Alpha Dental Care Prettygate website mentions the treatments below. These pages list every Colchester practice whose own website mentions the same treatment.
- NHS dentists in Colchester (19 practices)
- Dental implants in Colchester (22 practices)
- Orthodontics (braces, Invisalign) in Colchester (21 practices)
Opinion: ratings are Google users' views
How does Alpha Dental Care Prettygate compare in Colchester?
Its Google rating of 4.7 is 0.1 below the Colchester median of 4.8. It has more Google reviews than 59% of rated Colchester practices. This is a data comparison, not a quality ranking, and review ratings are opinions posted to Google.
More dental practices in Colchester
- Bromley Road Dental Surgery/Oracle dental group, Colchester
- Bupa Dental Care Colchester Ipswich Road, Colchester
How far is the nearest railway station?
Colchester Town station is the nearest railway station we found, about 2.9 km away in a straight line, roughly 6 minutes by car. These are route estimates without traffic, parking or waiting time. Check the route and timetable before you travel.
What well-known places are near Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
- Culver Square, Colchester: about 2.4 km in a straight line, roughly 5 minutes by car
- Colchester Zoo: about 2.7 km in a straight line, roughly 5 minutes by car
Which other practices are nearby?
- Whitefern Dental Health (0.7 km away)
- The Avenue Smile Clinic (1.4 km away)
- The Art Of Dentistry (1.4 km away)
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What should I check before booking Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
This page does not show whether the practice is taking new NHS patients, current fees, or each clinician’s GDC registration, so confirm those directly.
- Are you taking new patients, and are they NHS or private?
- What is the full price in writing, and who will treat me (name and GDC number)?
- For implants: ask for a line-by-line quote (scan, implant brand, surgery, crown, reviews) and who pays if one fails.
- For braces or aligners: is the clinician on the GDC specialist list, and are retainers in the quote?
- For urgent problems: how do I get a same-day slot, and what is the assessment fee?
- For children: do you see them under the NHS, and from what age?
- For sedation: which type, who monitors it, and what are the extra costs?
- For whitening or cosmetic work: who examines me first, and is the exam part of the price?
- What happens if I have a problem afterwards?
Phone 01206 577664 and ask these before you travel.
How can I check Alpha Dental Care Prettygate's registration and inspection history?
- Dentists and dental care professionals: search the GDC register.
- The practice as a service: search Care Quality Commission inspection reports.
- NHS status and urgent care: NHS.uk or NHS 111.
Opinion: where to read patient reviews
What do patients say about Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
This site does not host reviews. Google Maps showed 4.7 out of 5 from 207 reviews in September 2026; read the dated reviews on Google Maps.
Questions about Alpha Dental Care Prettygate
Where is Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
Alpha Dental Care Prettygate is at 41 Prettygate Rd, Colchester CO3 4EQ, in the Colchester district of Essex (Google Business Profile, checked 30 September 2026).
What is near Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
Alpha Dental Care Prettygate is close to Culver Square, Colchester: about 2.4 km in a straight line, roughly 5 minutes by car; Colchester Zoo: about 2.7 km in a straight line, roughly 5 minutes by car. These are route estimates without traffic, parking or waiting time.
How far is Alpha Dental Care Prettygate from the nearest railway station?
Colchester Town station is the nearest railway station we found, about 2.9 km away in a straight line, roughly 6 minutes by car. These are route estimates without traffic, parking or waiting time.
How do I contact Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
The phone number on its Google Business Profile is 01206 577664. Its website is alphadental.co.uk/prettygate.
Is Alpha Dental Care Prettygate wheelchair accessible?
Its Google Business Profile lists: Wheelchair-accessible car park; Wheelchair-accessible entrance; Wheelchair-accessible toilet (checked 30 September 2026). Ask the practice to confirm access before you visit.
What treatments does the Alpha Dental Care Prettygate website mention?
When we read the website on 30 September 2026, it mentioned: Bridges, Check-ups, Children's dentistry, Composite bonding, Cosmetic dentistry, Crowns, Dental implants, Dentures, Emergency appointments, Extractions, Facial aesthetics, Gum disease treatment, Hygienist, Invisalign / clear aligners, Orthodontics / braces, Root canal treatment, Sedation, Teeth whitening, Veneers. A mention does not prove the treatment is currently available.
Does the Alpha Dental Care Prettygate website mention NHS treatment?
The website read on 30 September 2026 mentions NHS treatment and private treatment. The text may say the practice is not taking new NHS patients. Confirm with the practice or on NHS.uk.
How is Alpha Dental Care Prettygate rated on Google?
In September 2026 Google Maps showed 4.7 out of 5 from 207 reviews. Ratings change; read the reviews on Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of Alpha Dental Care Prettygate?
The practice website lists: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00-17:00; Sat, Sun closed (read 30 October 2026). Hours change, so call the practice to confirm.
Which official social media accounts does Alpha Dental Care Prettygate have?
The practice website links to its Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn profiles (read 27 October 2026). Links are in the table on this page; check the account is current before sending any personal details.
Does Alpha Dental Care Prettygate mention emergency dental appointments?
Its website text, read 30 September 2026, mentions emergency treatment. That does not show a same-day slot is free. For an urgent problem phone the practice first; if it cannot help, use NHS 111.
Does Alpha Dental Care Prettygate mention treating children?
Its website text, read 30 September 2026, mentions children's dentistry. Ask whether children are seen under the NHS or privately and from what age.
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