Clapham South Dental Centre
Dental clinic in Balham, London
- Address
- 15 Balham Hill, London SW12 9DY
- Phone
- 020 8673 3250
- Website
- dentist-clapham.co.uk
- Public rating
- 4+ stars in 500+ reviews (Google reviews, Sep 2026)
NHS and registration
- An NHS dental contract is registered at this practice's postcode. Under it, 15,007 adults were seen in the 24 months to June 2026 and 3,108 children in the 12 months to June 2026. NHS Business Services Authority, general dental activity, June 2026. This does not tell you whether the practice is taking new NHS patients. Ask the practice. NHS charges are the same at every NHS practice in England (from 1 April 2026): Band 1 £27.90 (check-up, X-rays, scale and polish if needed), Band 2 £76.60 (adds fillings, root canal, extractions), Band 3 £332.10 (adds crowns, dentures, bridges); urgent treatment £27.90. Some people, including under-18s and pregnant women, pay nothing. Source: NHS Business Services Authority.
- Registered with the Care Quality Commission since 20 July 2011. CQC page for this location (provider: Progenics Limited). CQC care directory, 1 October 2026.
Treatments with their own page on its website
Pages on the practice's own website, read in October 2026. A page describing a treatment is the practice's own claim.
How it compares in London
| Clapham South Dental Centre | London median | |
|---|---|---|
| One- and two-star share of written reviews | 20% 125 of 611 written reviews | 6% |
| Practice replies to one- and two-star reviews | 69% 86 of 125 | 47% |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes Listing hours | 45% of practices |
| Open on Sundays | Yes Listing hours | 7% of practices |
104 written reviews in the 12 months to 7 September 2026, 79% of them four or five stars.
What patients mention
How the visit felt
- Made to feel comfortable and relaxed
- Invisalign, braces or retainer treatment
- Care that feels straightforward
- Staff give time and patience without rushing
- Treatment or recovery with limited pain
The team and the practice
- Friendly, kind and professional staff
- Returning for care and choosing to stay
Getting seen
- Appointments start on time or early
- Easy appointment booking
Why patients came
- An established relationship with the dentist
- Recommendations to people choosing a dentist
Counted across all 611 written reviews up to Sep 2026: each theme's wording was found in every review, and samples were read to measure how many matches are really about it, so counts are estimates. Themes are shown only when at least 90% of sampled matches were on topic. How we count
What unhappy patients say
48 one- and two-star written reviews since October 2023 describe a problem with this practice. The reasons they give most often:
- Deposit, cancellation-fee or refund disputes
- Rude or unhelpful reception
- Hard to get or keep an appointment
- Disorganised practice
- Work failed or had to be fixed
- Rushed appointment
Every one- and two-star written review since October 2023 was read in full and sorted into fixed reasons, so counts compare across practices. A review can give more than one reason. How we read them
Opening hours
| Monday | 8am–8pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–8pm |
| Thursday | 8am–8pm |
| Friday | 8am–6pm |
| Saturday | 9am–6pm |
| Sunday | 9am–4pm |
From its business listing, Sep 2026. Bank holiday hours may differ.
Access and payment
Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet · Free car park
Pays by: Credit cards, Debit cards, Contactless and mobile pay
As set on its business listing, Sep 2026.
What the practice says
Clapham South Dental Centre proudly provides quality dentistry for our local community and surrounding areas. We offer a full range of preventative, general, and cosmetic dental treatments, along with dedicated hygiene services to help you maintain a healthy smile. Our aim is to deliver the highest standard of dental care for you and your family. We believe in preventative dentistry and are committed to making every visit a positive experience. Our professional team take time to listen, explain, and provide treatment in a gentle and caring way. At Clapham South Dental Centre, your comfort and confidence come first.
The practice's own description on its business listing.