Islington Smiles
Cosmetic dentist in Highbury, London
- Address
- 246 Upper St, London N1 1RU
- Phone
- 020 3833 2695
- Website
- islingtonsmiles.co.uk
- Public rating
- 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews (Google reviews, Sep 2026)
NHS and registration
- Registered with the Care Quality Commission since 14 April 2022. CQC page for this location (provider: Ellade Limited). CQC care directory, 1 October 2026.
Treatments with their own page on its website
Pages on the practice's own website, read in October 2026. A page describing a treatment is the practice's own claim.
How it compares in London
| Islington Smiles | London median | |
|---|---|---|
| One- and two-star share of written reviews | 1% 4 of 406 written reviews | 6% |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes Listing hours | 45% of practices |
174 written reviews in the 12 months to 10 September 2026, 98% of them four or five stars.
What patients mention
How the visit felt
- Invisalign, braces or retainer treatment
- Care that feels straightforward
- Made to feel comfortable and relaxed
- Staff give time and patience without rushing
- Professional and skilled dental care
The team and the practice
- Friendly, welcoming and helpful reception staff
- Kind, gentle and approachable staff
- Cleanliness and appearance of the practice
Getting seen
- Unhurried and thorough appointments
Why patients came
- Recommendations to people choosing a dentist
Counted across all 406 written reviews up to Sep 2026: each theme's wording was found in every review, and samples were read to measure how many matches are really about it, so counts are estimates. Themes are shown only when at least 90% of sampled matches were on topic. How we count
Prices it publishes
| Treatment | From | |
|---|---|---|
| Composite bonding (per tooth) | £150 | Among the lowest of the 147 London practices that publish one |
| Root canal treatment | £400 | Around the middle of the 100 London practices that publish one |
Private prices as published on its own website, read in October 2026 (for example this page). NHS band charges are national and not shown here. Prices change; check with the practice.
What unhappy patients say
4 one- and two-star written reviews since October 2023 describe a problem with this practice. The reasons they give most often:
- Pushed to have treatment they doubted
Every one- and two-star written review since October 2023 was read in full and sorted into fixed reasons, so counts compare across practices. A review can give more than one reason. How we read them
Opening hours
| Monday | 9am–8pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9am–8pm |
| Friday | 9am–6pm |
| Saturday | 9am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
From its business listing, Sep 2026. Bank holiday hours may differ.
Access and payment
Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet · LGBTQ+ friendly
Pays by: Credit cards, Debit cards, Contactless and mobile pay
As set on its business listing, Sep 2026.
What the practice says
Islington Smiles is an award winning leading private dental clinic in North London, offering wellness advice, expert cosmetic and general dentistry, supported by a friendly warm caring team to create a confident healthy new you! Led by Dr. Marisa Monteiro – a verified Invisalign Expert and Global Top 150 Invisalign Provider – we specialise in Invisalign, composite bonding, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, and emergency dental care. Dr. Monteiro was awarded Practice Principal of the Year 2024. Conveniently located in Islington, we provide modern, patient-focused dental care to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile. Book your dentist appointment in Islington today.
The practice's own description on its business listing.