Dr Patrick Tarrant graduated with an honours Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from the prestigious Cork University Dental School and Hospital in 1993. Over a career spanning more than 25 years, he has established himself as a highly respected practitioner in both general and specialized restorative dentistry.
Patrick has been practicing private dentistry on the world-renowned Harley Street for over 14 years. Prior to establishing his practice at 40 Harley Street, he operated successful clinical surgeries in Pall Mall and central London, treating high-profile professionals, international visitors, and multi-generational families.
His primary clinical interests encompass all facets of comprehensive dental care, with advanced expertise in:
Dr Tarrant is deeply committed to ongoing postgraduate education and clinical research, regularly integrating validated surgical advancements while maintaining the attentive, courteous service for which Harley Street has been celebrated for over a century.
A small, highly trained, and welcoming team committed to clinical precision, confidentiality, and your comfort.
Principal Dental Surgeon & Owner
Graduate of Cork University Dental School (1993). Over 25 years in clinical dentistry and 14+ years on Harley Street. Leads all implant surgical procedures, cosmetic smile designs, and complex restorative rehabilitations.
Practice Manager & Governance Officer
Oversees practice administration, patient registration, patient safety compliance, and data protection under UK GDPR. Ensures each patient experiences seamless scheduling and prompt communication.
Senior Dental Nurse & Clinical Support
Dedicated dental nurse celebrated by nervous patients for her warm, reassuring manner and flawless chairside surgical support. Specializes in advanced infection control protocols and sedation monitoring.
Authored and overseen by Peter Taylor, Practice Manager, and Dr Patrick Tarrant BDS.
Patient safety is our primary clinical consideration. Safety principles are embedded in the design of all treatment workflows, clinical procurement, team continuous development, and review mechanisms in an open, blameless reporting culture.
We adhere strictly to NHS England and national HTM 01-05 infection prevention guidelines. Every single instrument is either single-use disposable or processed through modern vacuum autoclaves with rigorous cycle tracking. Surgery delivery units, dental chairs, and surfaces undergo hospital-grade chemical decontamination between every patient.
Dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) are continually treated with medical-grade antimicrobial disinfection and audited to prevent biofilm accumulation. Clinical waste and sharps are handled under licensed medical waste consignment.
All team members hold certified credentials in the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. Harley Street Dental Ltd is a proud member of CODE (Confederation of Dental Employers), ensuring up-to-the-minute regulatory compliance.
Patient records (radiographs, medical history, clinical notes) are stored under strict UK GDPR encryption. Patients have the statutory right to inspect records free of charge. Practice policies (Confidentiality, Health & Safety, Complaints, Data Protection) are available upon written request to Peter Taylor, Practice Manager. We are registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Recognized for clinical safety leadership, innovative sterilization technology, and expert patient care.
National news report covering Dr Patrick Tarrant’s clinical safety overhaul at 40 Harley Street, featuring our high-volume Cattani aerosol evacuation pumps, pulse oximetry screening, and plasma arc air filtration systems.
Spotlight on Dr Patrick Tarrant’s deployment of hospital-grade UVC surface and ambient air sterilization units—technology identical to that utilized in Volkswagen automotive production and five-star hospitality suites.
Feature reporting on Dr Tarrant’s dedication to providing emergency dental pain triage and remote prescriptions to London patients throughout national closures prior to full reopening.