Matthew Bell
Best dental practice we’ve ever had. Had a string of disappointments over the years and Pearly Whites is so well organised and professional.
Children’s Dentist in Fulham
Gentle, happy dental visits from your child’s very first tooth, with a team (and a giraffe called Daisy) who make the dentist somewhere children look forward to coming back to.
- Free NHS dental care for under-18s, 10am to 4pm on weekdays
- From the first tooth, whether or not mum or dad is a patient
- Fluoride varnish and fissure sealants to help prevent decay
- Invisalign First, Invisalign Teen and the Invisalign Palatal Expander for straighter and healthier smiles
4.6 from 300+ Google reviewsFamily-run practice on Munster Road, SW6
At a glance
Children’s dentistry at Pearly Whites
- First visit
- When the first tooth appears (usually at around six months old), or by their first birthday
- Cost
- Free on the NHS for under-18s, 10am to 4pm on weekdays
- Check-ups
- Usually every six to twelve months, or as your dentist advises
- Parents
- You don’t need to be registered with us yourself (though you’re welcome to register with us, too)
- Nervous children
- We go at their pace, and never rush
Meet Daisy
Daisy, our bravest little dental assistant
Daisy is our cuddly giraffe with a very big smile, and she’s a favourite with our youngest patients. Before we look at your child’s teeth, we count Daisy’s together, and by the time we’ve finished, most children can’t wait to have their own teeth counted too.
She helps children practise brushing, gives the best waiting-room hugs and reminds everyone that there’s nothing scary about the dentist.
Treatments
Children’s treatments we offer
Check-ups
A gentle look at your child’s teeth, gums and how their teeth are coming through, with plenty of praise along the way.
Fluoride varnish
A quick, painless coat of fluoride painted onto the teeth, which helps strengthen them and prevent decay.
Fissure sealants
A thin protective coating over the grooves of the back teeth, where food and bacteria are most likely to cause decay.
Fillings and extractions
If your child needs treatment, we explain everything to them and to you first, and take things gently and at their pace.
Sports mouthguards
Custom-made mouthguards for rugby, hockey, boxing and other contact sports, made to fit your child’s teeth.
Invisalign for children and teens
Invisalign First, Invisalign Teen and the Invisalign Palatal Expander: clear, removable alternatives to metal braces, available privately.
Invisalign for children →The first visit
Your child’s first visit
Meet Daisy
We keep the first visit relaxed and fun. Your child meets our team and Daisy the giraffe, and sees that the dentist is nothing to worry about.
Count the teeth
We count Daisy’s teeth together first, then it’s your child’s turn: a gentle check of their teeth and gums, only as much as they’re happy with.
Tips for home
We show you both how to brush, how much toothpaste to use and which foods and drinks to watch.
Next time
We’ll suggest when to come back, usually in six to twelve months.
At home
Healthy habits for healthy teeth
Brush twice a day
Last thing at night and one other time, for about two minutes. Help your child brush until they’re around seven.
The right toothpaste
A smear of fluoride toothpaste for under-threes, and a pea-sized amount from three to six. Ask us which strength to use.
Spit, don’t rinse
After brushing, spit out the toothpaste but don’t rinse, so the fluoride keeps protecting the teeth.
Sugar at mealtimes
Keep sweet foods and drinks to mealtimes, and give water or milk between meals.
Nervous children
A calm, gentle dentist for anxious children
Some children feel worried about the dentist, especially if they’ve had a difficult visit before. We never rush: we explain each step in a way they understand, and stop whenever they need a break.
Dr Lia is well known for putting anxious patients at ease, and many parents tell us their child now looks forward to coming back.
Reviews
What families say
jay
Best dental practive in area..✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️
Nicola Gerhard
Always made to feel valued as a patient, Dr Lia is a wonderful dentist.
john hill
Dr Lia and Nurse Shukri
Practice manager Zahra were all wonderful- I actually look forward to coming to the dentist. All so kind & competent & happy.
Justin Thomas
What a wonderful team! I can’t recommend the Invisalign treatment highly enough in the hands of this capable team. Thank you for all you’ve done over the last few months. A very happy client!
Questions
Children’s dentist FAQs
When should my child first see a dentist?
As soon as their first tooth appears, usually at around six months old, or by their first birthday. Early visits help them get used to the dentist while there’s nothing to worry about.
Is children’s dental care free?
Yes, NHS dental care is free for children under 18. Our NHS appointments for children are from 10am to 4pm on weekdays.
Do I need to be a patient to register my child?
No. Your child can join us whether or not mum or dad is a patient, though you’re welcome to register with us, too.
How often should my child have a check-up?
Usually every six to twelve months, or as your dentist advises, depending on your child’s teeth.
Who is Daisy?
Daisy is our cuddly giraffe with a big smile. We count her teeth together before we count your child’s, she helps children practise brushing, and she gives the best waiting-room hugs.
My child is nervous. Can you help?
Yes. We take our time, explain everything in a child-friendly way, go at their pace and stop whenever they need a break.
What are fluoride varnish and fissure sealants?
Fluoride varnish is a coating painted onto the teeth to strengthen them against decay. Fissure sealants seal the deep grooves of the back teeth, where decay often starts. Both are quick and painless.
Is Invisalign available for children?
Yes, privately. We offer Invisalign First, Invisalign Teen and the Invisalign Palatal Expander. You can find out more on our Invisalign for children and teens page.
Can you refer my child for braces?
Yes. After a check-up and an orthodontic assessment with us, we can refer your child for NHS braces, subject to them meeting the NHS criteria. Alternatively, Dr Lia offers Invisalign for children and teens here at the practice, on a private basis.
What if my child has a dental emergency?
Call us straight away. We see emergencies for children as well as adults, the same or the next working day.
Book your child’s visit
Book online or call us, and we’ll find a time that works for you both.
