History
At Horbury Dental Care & Implant Clinic, we’re proud to be a long-standing part of the Horbury and Wakefield community. As a family-owned dental practice spanning four generations, we’ve been caring for local families for more than 80 years—and many of our patients have been with us through all four generations of the Willings family.
Our heritage, experience, and commitment to exceptional care are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re new to the area or have lived in Horbury, Ossett, Wakefield or the surrounding villages your whole life, we’re here to provide trusted dental care that feels personal, friendly, and reassuring.
A Family Legacy of Care
We are incredibly proud of our history. Dentistry runs deep in the Willings family—stretching back to the late 1800s, with a dental legacy covering five generations. Over the decades, Horbury Dental Care has grown with its community, expanding three times in the last 20 years to meet local demand while keeping the warm, patient-focused ethos we’re known for.
Choosing us means choosing continuity, familiarity, and care from a team that truly knows and values the local community.
Ernest & Dorothy were father and daughter and the first and second generation of dentists in the family.
Proud to Serve Horbury & the Wider Wakefield Community
Based on Queen Street in the heart of Horbury, we’re ideally located for patients from Wakefield, Ossett, Netherton, Middlestown, Overton, and surrounding areas. We’re proud of the relationships we’ve built over generations, and we look forward to welcoming new patients into our growing community.
Experienced, UK-Trained Dentists
All our dentists are UK-trained, having completed prestigious undergraduate and postgraduate training, including at the Royal College of Surgeons.
Our team brings over 100 years of combined clinical experience, covering:
- Dental implants
- Endodontics (root canal treatment)
- Restorative dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Sedation
- Cosmetic dentistry
Several members of our clinical team are internationally recognised key opinion leaders who lecture at events and conferences around the world.
Whatever your dental needs, you can feel confident that you’re in the very best hands.
A Commitment to Quality
We’re dedicated to delivering the highest quality treatment and patient experience. That’s why:
- We only use UK-based dental laboratories, chosen for their craftsmanship and reliability, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard.
- We exclusively use top-quality dental materials from trusted brands.
- We follow strict protocols to ensure safety, reliability, and long-lasting results.
We’re often described as “small enough to care, big enough to cope”—and we feel that perfectly sums up who we are.
A Friendly Team Who Put You First
From your first enquiry to completing your treatment, our team is here to support you. Our Dedicated Dental Advisor team is always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and ensure you feel fully informed and comfortable.
We believe visiting the dentist should be a positive experience—friendly, relaxed, and personal. That has been our philosophy for more than 75 years, and it remains the foundation of our approach today.
Why Choose Horbury Dental Care?
- Family-owned for nearly 80 years—and here for the future
- Generations of local trust and continuity of care
- Highly experienced, UK-trained dentists
- Advanced treatments including implants, orthodontics, and sedation
- High-quality UK-based lab work
- Friendly, dedicated patient support team
- A practice rooted in the heart of Horbury’s community