Darwen dentist, Bateman and Best was founded in 1979 at the existing premises on the A666. Founding dentists Mrs.Bateman and Mr.Best built this practice with their hard work and dedication. From a 2 surgery practice we are now working with 7 surgeries. This family run Dental Practice is the place you need to be. The practice has been a member of the British Dental Association’s (BDA) Good Practice Scheme for 15 years now. To achieve the award we have to submit evidence to show that we continually meet requirements, which is assessed each year by the BDA.