Community Special Care Dentistry at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist dental care for people who cannot be treated in a general dental practice. We support patients living in Lambeth, Southwark, Lewisham, Croydon, Richmond, Kingston, Merton, Sutton, and Wandsworth, offering care at 20 community-based health centres and sites across South London, including a Mobile Dental Unit.
Who is this service for?
- People with physical disabilities
- Individuals with complex medical conditions
- People with learning disabilities
- Those with severe mental health conditions
- Patients experiencing severe anxiety or dental phobia
- Plus-size (bariatric) patients
- People who are homeless
- Patients who need home visits
What we offer:
- A full range of dental treatments and oral healthcare
- Assessment appointments to discuss your needs and plan your care
- Support for patients who require hospital-based dental care, with referrals to appropriate South London hospitals
- Special arrangements for children aged 15 or under who need hospital treatment
Preparing for your appointment:
- Bring your appointment letter
- List of medicines you are taking
- Details of your doctors or other healthcare professionals
- Payment method or proof of exemption for NHS dental treatment
- Any questions you want to ask
If you choose intravenous sedation, please watch our short film and read the information leaflet provided on our website.
How to access the service:
- Referrals must be made using our referral form, preferably electronically
- Radiographs/photos should be included if appropriate
- We do not provide emergency dental care
Contact us for queries about referrals or appointments. Our friendly team is here to help you access the care you need.
Categories:
Basic necessities (food/clothes)
Managing a long-term health condition
Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Hearing impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Physical disability friendly
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dentistry, special needs, disability,