There are several dental practices within reach of Clapham Common, on the South Side of the Common, around Clapham High Street and Clapham Park Road, and along Balham Hill towards Clapham South. This guide lists seven of them, with whether each offers NHS or private care, what it treats and when it is open.
How we put this list together: we checked each practice's own website or NHS.uk profile for NHS or private availability, listed services, opening hours and street location; practices are listed, not scored or rated.
If you live or work around the Common and want a dentist near Clapham Common that opens late on weekdays and also on Sundays, the first practice below is worth a look. The rest follow roughly from the South Side of the Common towards Clapham High Street and then south to Balham, so you can pick the one that fits your daily route.
Dental practices around Clapham Common
1. Clapham South Dental Centre, Balham Hill
Clapham South Dental Centre is at 15 Balham Hill, London SW12 9DY, at the Clapham South end of the Common. Its website says it offers both private and NHS dental care, and that new NHS patients can be accepted where capacity allows; NHS bookings are made by phone on 0208 673 3250. It opens Monday to Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 6pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm. Treatments listed range from check-ups, hygiene and root canal therapy to Invisalign, composite bonding, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, crowns and dental implants, along with children's dentistry and emergency dental care. A private new patient examination, including an oral cancer screening, is listed at £65, and 0% finance is available through Tabeo for eligible treatment. Patients can book online at any time or message the practice on WhatsApp.
2. Crescent Lodge Dental Practice, Clapham Common South Side
Crescent Lodge is at 28 Clapham Common South Side, SW4 9BN, overlooking the Common. Its website lists general dentistry, hygiene, children's dentistry, Invisalign and Damon braces, implants and a specialist periodontist. It opens Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 4:30pm.
3. Dental Beauty Clapham, Clapham Park Road
Dental Beauty Clapham is at 140 Clapham Park Road, SW4 7DE, east of the Common. Its NHS.uk profile, last confirmed on 6 October 2026, says it is accepting new NHS patients for routine care, including adults and children aged 17 or under. Listed NHS treatments include check-ups, gum disease treatment, root canal treatment and extractions.
4. Ten Dental, Clapham High Street
Ten Dental is at 154 Clapham High Street, on the north-east side of the Common. Its website describes cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetic treatments, and offers online, WhatsApp and phone booking. The practice is registered with the Care Quality Commission at this address.
5. Direct Dental Clapham, Wingate Square
Direct Dental's Clapham clinic is at 64 Wingate Square, SW4 0AF. The group describes itself as a group of private dental clinics, and the services listed include general and children's dentistry, an emergency dentist service, hygiene, Invisalign, lingual braces and sedation.
6. Dental Art Implant Clinic, Balham Hill
Dental Art Implant Clinic has a site at 143-145 Balham Hill, SW12 9DL. Its website centres on implant dentistry, including Teeth In A Day and All-On-X full-arch treatment, with aesthetic and general dentistry also listed. The Balham clinic opens Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.
7. Dental Clinique, Balham High Road
Dental Clinique is at 40 Balham High Road, SW12 9AQ, a short way south of Balham Hill. Its NHS.uk profile, last confirmed on 23 September 2026, shows it accepting new NHS patients for routine care. The profile also notes a nearby bus stop, train station and Tube station, plus wheelchair access and disabled car parking.
Getting to a dentist near the Common
Clapham Common is served by two Northern line stations, Clapham Common and Clapham South, and by Clapham High Street station on the Overground, with many bus routes along the A24 and the South Circular. If you plan to visit before or after work, check whether the practice has early or late appointments that line up with your commute. If you are driving, ask the practice about nearby parking, as many surrounding streets in Lambeth and Wandsworth have controlled parking. For anyone with mobility needs, NHS.uk profiles list facilities such as step-free access, accessible toilets and disabled parking, which is a quick way to compare practices before you call.
How to choose a dentist near Clapham Common
- Location that suits your routine: a practice near your home, office or station makes it easier to keep check-ups and hygiene visits.
- NHS or private: check the NHS "Find a dentist" service for current new-patient status, and ask private practices for their examination fee.
- Opening hours: look for early mornings, evenings or weekends if you cannot leave work during the day.
- Treatments offered: some practices focus on implants or cosmetic work, while others cover everyday family care and emergencies.
- Registration: check that the dentist is on the General Dental Council register and the practice is registered with the Care Quality Commission.
- Clear costs: ask for a written treatment plan and estimate before any course of private treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas count as "near Clapham Common"?
The Common sits between Clapham, Clapham South, Balham and Battersea, so practices in SW4 and the northern edge of SW12 are all within easy reach for most people living around it.
Do I need to live in Clapham to register?
No. NHS dentists in England do not have catchment areas, and private practices accept patients from anywhere. You can choose a practice near work rather than home if that is more convenient.
How do I check whether a practice is taking NHS patients?
Use the NHS "Find a dentist" service, which shows each practice's stated new-patient position and when it was last confirmed, then phone the practice to check.
What should I bring to a first appointment?
Bring a list of any medicines you take, details of past dental treatment if you have them, and proof of any exemption from NHS charges if you are claiming free treatment. It also helps to arrive a few minutes early to complete a medical history form, and to note any questions you want to ask, such as how often you should have a hygiene appointment or what your treatment options and costs are.
Sources
- NHS: Find a dentist
- NHS: How to find an NHS dentist
- NHS: Who is entitled to free NHS dental treatment in England
- General Dental Council
- Care Quality Commission
General information only; check details directly with each business.
