About Us | Oxford Dental Centre

Our Practice

Caring, Modern Dentistry on Magdalen Street

Oxford Dental Centre is a private family dental practice on Magdalen Street, in the heart of Oxford. Since 2004, we've been providing high-quality dentistry with exceptional continuity of care to our local community.

Our reputation speaks for itself — many new patients find us through personal recommendations, and we're proud of the trust our patients place in us. With a 4.6 rating on Google, our commitment to quality care is reflected in the feedback we receive.

As a private practice, we devote more time to each patient. No rushed appointments. No compromises on quality. Just personalised care tailored to your unique needs.

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Since 2004

Trusted by the Oxford community

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Best Materials Only

From trusted, quality-focused laboratories

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Personal Recommendations

Many patients come by referral

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Private Appointments

More time with your dentist

Principal Dentist

Dr. Leonard Bowora

Dental Surgeon — Implant, Cosmetic & General Dentistry

Qualifications

MSc (Oral Surgery), BChD, DCR(T), PDD (US), DUI (Implantology – Lille, France), Assoc. Fellow (AAID, USA)

GDC Number: 75199

With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Bowora is known for his warm approach and meticulous care. He has advanced expertise in Oral Surgery, Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, Endodontics, and Conscious Sedation.

Dr. Bowora takes a patient-centred approach to dentistry, combining his extensive clinical experience with a genuine commitment to making every patient feel comfortable and well-informed.

Skills & Experience

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1987

Started healthcare career — Diploma in Radiotherapy, College of Radiographers, London

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1994

Dentistry degree, University of Cape Town. Moved to the UK in 1998.

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2002

Certification in Dental Implantology, Hilt Tatum Institute

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2003

Conscious Sedation programme, University of Newcastle. Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Dentistry, Cum Laude.

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2010

Postgraduate Residency in Dental Implantology, Medical & Dental University of Lille 2, France

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Master's Degree

MSc in Oral Surgery

Professional Memberships

More About Dr. Bowora

2011: Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
Member, Alabama Implant Study Group, USA
Experienced in complex Oral and Maxillofacial cases
Expert in impacted teeth and advanced extractions under conscious sedation

Outside the Practice

Dr. Bowora enjoys farming and spending time with his family at their allotment.

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30+ Years Experience

Highly experienced dental surgeon

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AAID Associate Fellow

American Academy of Implant Dentistry

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Trained in France

University of Lille — Implantology residency

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Warm & Caring

Patient comfort always comes first

Why Private?

The Private Dentistry Difference

Choosing a private dentist means choosing quality, time, and continuity of care.

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More Time

Longer appointments mean your dentist can truly understand your needs and explain treatments in detail, with no rushing.

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Tailored Treatment

Every treatment plan is individually crafted for you. We don't do one-size-fits-all.

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Best Materials

We use only the highest quality materials from experienced, quality-focused dental laboratories.

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Preventive Focus

We educate and empower our patients. Our goal is to prevent problems before they start.

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Specialist Access

We work with a carefully selected network of specialist colleagues for advanced treatments.

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Calm Environment

Our practice is designed to feel calm and welcoming. We want every visit to be a positive experience.

About Oxford Dental Centre