Children's Dentist Costs in North London: A Guide for Parents

We provide clear pricing with no hidden costs. A child’s routine dental examination costs £65. The appointment lasts about 30 minutes, longer than a typical NHS visit, which helps us explain prevention and answer questions. Common treatments include small X rays from £20, fissure sealants per tooth from £40, and fillings for milk teeth from £95. These prices reflect the time, quality materials, and careful care we offer. We accept private insurance from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. Please tell us your provider when you book so we can help check your coverage. A parent from Golders Green recently found that Denplan covered their child’s fissure sealants, making prevention more accessible.

NHS dental care for children is free, but many families in North London prefer private care for several reasons. You’ll see the same friendly dentist at each visit, which builds trust and reduces anxiety. Appointments are longer, so we never rush and use the time to make your child comfortable while teaching them about their teeth in a friendly way. Our approach is prevention first. We concentrate on diet, brushing techniques, and preventive treatments like fissure sealants to stop problems before they start. According to the Oral Health Foundation, about a third of five year olds in England have tooth decay, a problem we aim to reduce with proactive care.

We design visits to be positive. First, we welcome you and your child into a calm practice. The 30 minute appointment starts with a simple chat. For very young children, there may be a playful moment in the chair or counting teeth on a toy. Dr. Reddy then gently examines their teeth and gums, looking for decay and checking how their teeth are developing. We use a tell, show, do approach and explain things in plain terms. Finally, we offer tailored advice on brushing, diet, and fluoride use. We discuss whether preventive treatments like fissure sealants would help. The goal is for your child to leave smiling and confident about visiting the dentist.

NHS dentistry for children under 18 is free and provides essential care such as check-ups, fillings, and extractions. However, NHS practices can have long waiting lists and less flexibility with appointment times, and you may see a different dentist at each visit. Private care offers more consistency, a stronger preventive focus, and a more personalised, unhurried experience. It is an investment in a positive, long term relationship between your child and their dental health.

To choose what fits your family, consider these questions for any practice, whether ours in Finchley or another provider: 1. How do you handle anxious or nervous children? 2. Will my child see the same dentist at every appointment? 3. What preventive treatments do you recommend, such as fluoride varnish or fissure sealants? 4. What are the exact costs for a check up and common treatments like fillings? 5. How do you manage out of hours emergencies for children? 6. Do you offer advice on diet and at home brushing techniques? 7. Are parents allowed to stay with their child during the appointment?