Childrens Dentist Clapham, London

We know how hard it can be to juggle school runs, work, and family commitments, so we’ve built our opening hours to make children’s dental care as easy as possible to fit in.

We’re open from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, plus Saturday mornings until 4:30pm, so there’s usually no need to take time off school or work for a routine check-up.

Early morning, after-school, and weekend slots mean your child’s oral health never has to compete with their timetable.

Treating children from a young age also allows our dentists to look out for the early signs of crossbites or overbites.

Our specialist children’s dentist, Dr Dino Birkenstock, is particularly interested in early functional brace treatment and fixed orthodontic treatment for children and young patients. He is a qualified Invisalign practitioner and has been awarded silver status by Invisalign, the producer of virtually invisible aligners for adults and teenagers.

We also offer fluoride applications that are a safe and effective way of safeguarding your growing child’s teeth from developing decay. Fluoride is painted onto the surface of your child’s teeth and this helps to mineralise the teeth, restoring their strength and function.

So, what services do children’s dentistry practices typically offer? A good paediatric dental service should give you everything your child needs under one roof, at every stage of their dental journey.

Further dental treatments for children can include:

• Examinations
• General dentistry, including fillings, extractions, and crowns
• Sealants and fluoride treatments
• Emergency care
• Routine check-ups to monitor healthy tooth development
• Advanced dental procedures such as root canal treatment where needed
• Orthodontic assessments and early brace treatment

Another dental treatment is fissure sealing, which involves the application of tooth-coloured material to the surface of your child’s teeth to help prevent decay – this is especially useful while they are still learning to brush their teeth properly. This is typically recommended as soon as your child’s adult back teeth (molars) come through, giving them the best protection from the start. Because we believe prevention is always better than cure, we also offer a special monthly dental care plan for children.

Orthodontic treatment can start as early as age 8, when it’s easiest to spot and gently guide developing issues like crossbites or overbites before they become more complex.

Early assessment doesn’t necessarily mean early treatment – often it simply means keeping a friendly eye on things until the time is right. When treatment is needed, our specialist children’s dentists take a considered, comfortable approach, with options including early functional appliances and, for older children and teenagers, Invisalign.

Find out more on our children’s orthodontics page.

Some children need a little extra support with their dental care, and that’s exactly what specialist paediatric dentistry is there for.

Our team of children’s dentists have completed three additional years of training beyond dental school, giving them the skills to confidently treat children with complex medical conditions, dental anomalies, bleeding disorders, or conditions such as cleft lip, as well as those who simply feel a little more anxious about visiting the dentist.

Where a dental anomaly is suspected, genetic testing for conditions such as Amelogenesis Imperfecta (a rare genetic condition that causes tooth enamel to form improperly or fail to delvelop to its normal thickness and strength) can help us understand your child’s teeth and plan the right care for them.

Our specialist children’s dentists also hold qualifications in child psychology, so every appointment is approached with real compassionate care and a genuine understanding of what makes each child’s needs unique.

Combined with extensive experience treating young patients referred from local dentists, community dental services, and dental schools, our team continues to demonstrate intellectual curiosity in how they care for children with the most complex needs.

For children who need a little extra help staying relaxed during treatment, we can offer sedation options designed to keep the experience as calm and stress-free as possible.

Inhalation sedation (sometimes known as “happy air” or “laughing gas”) is a gentle, well-tolerated option that helps children feel comfortable and at ease throughout their appointment. For more involved dental procedures, intravenous sedation or, where clinically appropriate, general anaesthetic or general anaesthesia can also be arranged, always within a supportive environment and with your child’s comfort as the priority.

We’re always happy to talk through which option, if any, would suit your child best.

For more information about children’s dentistry in Clapham Common, London, or to book a consultation with our children’s dentistry experts, please contact us today! Call us on 020 7622 5333, email reception@dentistsw4.com or complete our contact form.

A dental emergency can include severe pain, bleeding, broken teeth, or swelling, to name a few signs. If your child requires emergency dental treatment, you should get in touch with the practice as soon as possible.

At Crescent Lodge Dental Practice, we strive to implement comprehensive dental plans to provide specialist oral healthcare as easily as possible – and this is no different with a child’s oral health.

Paediatric patients can benefit from routine check-ups and preventive care to combat dental problems early on, ensuring the very best start for their smile.

Opting for a dental plan comes with a wealth of benefits. It provides in-depth education on how to look after your teeth, encourages healthy habits early on, improves opportunities to detect and correct issues early on, and is a cost-effective way to access specialist care.

Alongside accessibility, we also believe in transparency. Our treatments are competitively priced while remaining of premium quality. Fees are available on our website, so you won’t experience any hidden surprises when you come to pay.