Family Friendly & Specialty Dentists in London, UK
Our dental clinic located directly in Central London serves Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss with our team of specialist dentists.
Our dentists serving Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss treatments are registered specialist dentists in London, who are all registered with the GDC. Our Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss treatments that we provide to City of London and Greater London Area residents are all approved under BDA, GDC and UK standard guidelines.
You can feel welcome and safe choosing London Dental Specialists for your Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss in London. You have a full team of dental specialists behind you with a periodontist, orthodontist and endodontist which enables us to take care of your entire smile with any dental procedure necessary for your perfect smile. Don't just take our word for it, watch this video including our real Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss patients as a testimony to our expertise:
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At London Dental Specialists, our 'How It Works' section for Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss outlines a structured four-step process designed to preserve the necessary space for your child's permanent teeth. We begin with a comprehensive consultation and assessment to evaluate your child's specific dental needs. Following this, we develop a customised treatment plan tailored to their unique situation. The next step involves the precise fitting and placement of the appropriate space maintainer, whether fixed or removable. Finally, we provide detailed post-treatment care instructions and schedule regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress and ensure optimal oral health.
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Principal Dentist & Specialist in Periodontics
BDS MFDS RCS(Ed) MSc(Rest Dent) MClinDent(Perio) MPerioRCS(Ed)
GDC No: 104071
Specialist in Endodontics
BDS MFDS RCS(Ed) FHEA MClinDent(Ed) MEndoRCS(Ed)
GDC No: 150517
Specialist in Orthodontics
DipDS Athens MS(Ortho) OSU
GDC No: 228487
At London Dental Specialists, we understand your concerns about premature tooth loss in children. Space maintainers are custom-made devices designed to preserve the gap when baby teeth are lost too early, preventing adjacent teeth from drifting into the empty space. This intervention is crucial for ensuring permanent teeth have room to emerge correctly, avoiding future alignment issues. Our specialists carefully evaluate each case, considering the child's age, which teeth are affected, and when permanent teeth are expected to arrive. We offer both fixed and removable options, tailored to your child's specific needs. Many parents have questions about space maintainers, and we've compiled answers to the most common queries to help you make informed decisions about your child's dental health.
Space maintainers are custom-made dental devices designed to keep the space open when a baby tooth is lost prematurely. They prevent adjacent teeth from drifting into the empty space, allowing the permanent tooth to erupt properly. Your child might need a space maintainer if they've lost a baby tooth due to decay, injury, or other dental issues before the permanent tooth is ready to emerge. At London Dental Specialists, we recommend space maintainers to prevent future alignment problems and potentially reduce the need for extensive orthodontic treatment later.
At London Dental Specialists, we offer two main types of space maintainers:
Our specialists will recommend the most appropriate type based on your child's specific dental needs and age.
The duration for wearing a space maintainer varies depending on each child's individual development. Typically, a space maintainer remains in place until the permanent tooth begins to erupt into the space, which could be several months to years. During regular check-ups at London Dental Specialists, our dentists will monitor your child's dental development and determine when the space maintainer can be safely removed.
Space maintainers are not typically painful. There may be a brief adjustment period of a few days during which your child becomes accustomed to having the appliance in their mouth. Some children might experience mild discomfort or irritation initially, but this usually subsides quickly. Our team at London Dental Specialists ensures each space maintainer is custom-fitted to your child's mouth for maximum comfort and effectiveness.
Proper care of a space maintainer is essential for its effectiveness and your child's oral health:
Our dental team will provide detailed care instructions specific to your child's type of space maintainer.
Space maintainers may not be necessary in certain situations, including:
At London Dental Specialists, we carefully evaluate each case to determine whether a space maintainer would benefit your child's dental development.
Without a space maintainer after premature tooth loss, adjacent teeth may drift into the empty space. This can lead to several complications, including:
Early intervention with space maintainers at London Dental Specialists can help prevent these issues and support proper dental development.
The cost of space maintainers at London Dental Specialists varies depending on the type required and your child's specific dental needs. We provide detailed treatment plans with transparent pricing during your consultation. Many dental insurance plans cover space maintainers as they are considered preventive treatment. Our administrative team can help verify your insurance coverage and discuss payment options to make this important treatment accessible for your child.
If your child's space maintainer becomes loose, breaks, or causes discomfort, contact London Dental Specialists immediately to schedule an appointment. Do not attempt to adjust or repair the appliance yourself, as this could damage it further or potentially harm your child's mouth. Keep any broken pieces and bring them to your appointment. In the meantime, ensure your child avoids touching the loose appliance with their tongue or fingers to prevent accidental swallowing or further displacement.
| Product | Brands | What it Takes Care of | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial Mouthwash | Corsodyl, Listerine Zero | Oral hygiene around space maintainer | Helps prevent plaque build-up around space maintainer components. |
| Ultra-Soft Toothbrush | Oral-B Sensitive, Colgate Slim Soft | Gentle cleaning | Extra-gentle bristles safe for cleaning around space maintainers. |
| Interdental Brushes | TePe, Boots | Cleaning around space maintainer | Specially designed to clean between and around space maintainer components. |
| Water Flosser | Waterpik, Philips Sonicare Airfloss | Deep cleaning | Effectively cleans around space maintainers where traditional floss is difficult to use. |
| Fluoride Toothpaste | Colgate, Sensodyne | Cavity prevention | Strengthens remaining teeth to prevent further tooth loss. |
| Orthodontic Wax | Ortho Care, Boots | Comfort management | Provides relief from any discomfort caused by space maintainer edges. |
| Cleaning Tablets | Steradent, Retainer Brite | Deep cleaning for removable appliances | For removable space maintainers to ensure thorough cleaning. |
| Travel Cleaning Kit | Oral-B, Colgate | On-the-go care | Maintains space maintainer hygiene while away from home. |
| Protective Case | Ortho Care, Boots | Storage for removable appliances | Safely stores removable space maintainers when not in use. |
| Xylitol Gum | Peppersmith, Orbit | Saliva stimulation | Sugar-free gum that helps neutralise acids and protect remaining teeth. |
London Dental Specialists provides expert Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss services across Central London's premier districts, including Mayfair, Soho, Westminster, and Belgravia. Our Harley Street clinic is ideally situated to serve patients from prestigious areas such as Knightsbridge, Marylebone, and the City of London. With excellent transport links and a central location, we're easily accessible to residents and professionals in Bloomsbury, Fitzrovia, and Clerkenwell.
Our Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss services extend throughout London's vibrant inner suburbs, serving patients from well-connected areas within 5-10km of central London. From the artistic quarters of Camden and Hackney to the residential neighbourhoods of Islington and Brixton, we provide expert dental implant care to patients across these diverse communities. Our clinic is easily accessible via public transport from areas such as Fulham, Greenwich, and Hampstead.
We extend our Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss expertise to patients throughout Greater London's outer regions, serving communities beyond the 10km radius of central London. From the residential areas of Enfield and Harrow to the suburban communities of Bromley and Croydon, our specialists provide the same exceptional level of care to patients in these outer London locations. With convenient transport links and flexible scheduling, we make advanced Space Maintainers for Premature Tooth Loss treatment accessible to residents throughout these broader London areas.
