A neighbourhood family dentist in Twickenham
For over 25 years, families across St Margarets, Twickenham and the wider TW1 area have trusted us with their smiles. NHS and private care under one roof, calm appointments for nervous patients, and a £30 new patient exam to welcome you.
A practice built on warmth and 25 years of trust
There's something rather lovely about being a long-established village dentist. Here's what our patients tell us makes us different.
A practice for the whole family
For 25 years, families across St Margarets and Twickenham have made us their dental home. From your child's very first wobbly tooth to grandparents popping in for hygiene visits, we love seeing multiple generations of the same families come through our doors.
Calm, unhurried care for nervous patients
Dental anxiety is more common than you'd think - and we never judge. Our team takes the time to listen, explain things in plain English, and pause whenever you need a break. For patients who'd benefit from IV sedation, we have a trusted referral pathway in place with our sister practice.
Honest, transparent pricing
We're a mixed NHS and private practice with clear, written treatment plans for every patient. No upselling, no hidden fees, no surprises - just honest dentistry at fair prices, with our £30 new private patient exam offering a friendly first step.
Prevention-led, not pressure-led
Great dentistry isn't just about reactive treatment - it's about helping you keep your natural teeth healthy for life. With our prevention-focused hygienist Rachael leading the way, we work with you to spot small issues early and protect your smile in the long term.
Looking after your dental health in Twickenham
From routine check-ups to discreet smile transformations, we offer a full range of dental care under one roof at our friendly Twickenham practice.
Your journey at St Margarets Smiles
From your first call to your follow-up appointment, here's what to expect when you visit our friendly Twickenham practice.
Get in touch
Give us a call, book online or fill in our contact form - whichever's easiest. Our friendly reception team will help you find an appointment time that works around school runs, work or weekend commitments.
Your first visit
Your £30 new patient exam includes a thorough examination of your teeth, gums and soft tissues, plus a relaxed conversation about your dental history and what you'd like from your care. There's no rush, no judgment, and no pressure to take up any treatment.
Your treatment plan
If any treatment is recommended, you'll receive a clear, written treatment plan with all costs listed up front - so there are no surprises and no last-minute decisions. We'll always give you time to think things over before committing.
Treatment begins
When you're happy to go ahead, we'll book in your appointments and walk you through every stage. For nervous patients, we'll always allow extra time and explain everything as we go - no surprises, no rushing.
Ongoing care
Looking after your smile is a long-term partnership. We'll recommend when to come back for your next check-up or hygiene visit, and we're always here if questions come up between appointments.
Cosmetic dentistry that looks beautifully natural
Subtle, considered cosmetic treatments to refresh, refine or transform your smile - never overdone.
Choose a treatment below to find out more.
Composite bonding
A gentle, affordable way to reshape, repair or refine your teeth in just one or two visits. Particularly well suited to chips, small gaps and uneven edges - and a more affordable alternative to porcelain veneers. Find out more about composite bonding in Twickenham.
Porcelain veneers
Hand-crafted, long-lasting smile transformations using high-quality porcelain. Perfect for a full smile transformation that's built to last 10-15 years or more. Read about our porcelain veneers. From £600 per tooth.
Teeth whitening
Professional Boutique whitening, dentist-supervised for safe, effective results. The simplest, most affordable way to refresh your smile - no drilling, no injections, just a brighter, more confident you. Learn about professional teeth whitening. From £400.
Facial aesthetics
Subtle anti-wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers to refresh your appearance, delivered in the calm, sterile setting of our dental practice. Natural-looking results, never overdone. Explore our facial aesthetics service. Anti-wrinkle from £300, dermal fillers from £280.
Straighter teeth, quietly delivered
Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gently move your teeth into position over time. They're nearly invisible when worn, comfortable to live with, and you can pop them out for meals or special occasions - making them by far the most popular orthodontic treatment for adults in the UK.
Invisalign is provided at our St Margarets practice by Dr Emily Johnson, a trained Invisalign provider known for her gentle, calm approach. With Invisalign treatment from £2,500 and a £40 consultation, it's a popular choice for our cosmetic patients across Twickenham, East Twickenham and the wider TW1 area.
Prevention is at the heart of what we do
Looking after your gums and teeth between visits is the simplest way to keep your smile healthy for life.
Choose a treatment below to find out more.
Affordable, transparent pricing
We believe in clear, honest pricing with no hidden fees and no surprises. After every consultation you'll receive a written treatment plan listing all costs up front - and we always offer to talk through more affordable alternatives where they exist. Here are a few of our most popular treatment prices, just to give you a sense:
New patient examination
£30 (usually £60)
Routine hygiene appointment
£75
Composite bonding
£250 per tooth
Teeth whitening
£400
Invisalign clear aligners
£2,500
Dental implants
£1,400
Our promises to every patient
There are a few things you can always count on when you visit us, whatever you're coming in for.
Loved by families across St Margarets and Twickenham
S J.
Wonderful experience this morning from booking, reception to my appointment with Rachel, hygienist. She is very knowledgeable and gave lots of good advice.
Sagar L.
The check-up and cleaning were excellent, and I really appreciate how thorough and professional you both were. You made me feel comfortable, and I'm very happy with how everything went. My teeth feel great!
Kay H.
Wow...what a relief!! I am so lucky to have found an NHS dentist near me who are welcoming and efficient. Emily Johnson was gentle, patient and thorough and clearly very knowledgeable.
Steve S.
Dr Emily and the entire staff did a fantastic job making my daughter feel comfortable on her first ever trip to the dentist. I would recommend St Margaret's Smiles to anyone looking for a professional, caring and supportive environment.
Jo R.
Rachael and Kiran were great! Rachael was a very thorough, friendly and informative hygienist. Kiran was fantastic supporting as a nurse. A great experience - from someone who never particularly enjoys visiting the dentist!
Jane R.
I am a nervous patient and Smiles made me feel at ease, especially Emily my dentist.
Glen M.
Great dentist great staff excellent service.
Neda D.
I must say my recent visit to St Margarets Smiles was extremely pleasant. Receptionist Jess was very helpful, and Rachel the dental hygienist explained so clearly how I can improve the health of my teeth. I won't be afraid to come again.
Marina L.
Great experience at this dental clinic. The staff were very friendly and gave excellent attention to my child, making him feel comfortable. Everything was explained clearly and in a very kind way. Really glad we chose this clinic.
Karen J.
As always, St Margarets Smiles is welcoming and knows its patients. I had two appointments, one with the hygienist and then with Mr Panesar. Both were done quickly and efficiently.
Anna H.
Great practice, wonderful doctors and very pleasant staff.
Catherine M.
Lovely new front teeth.
Ian B.
Excellent professional dentist practice.
Barbara D.
Great care as always!
Dagmara Z.
Very happy with the practice.
Thomas G.
Very good service, thanks.
Nombasa N.
Always a good experience.
Dan B.
Even through the midst of an IT crash everyone was super friendly and helpful.
Sophie B.
Professional, kind and helpful.
Pankaj T.
Fatima is amazing, very helpful and kind. Dentist is amazing.
David F.
Friendly staff, excellent service.
Karim A.
Fatima is lovely, always smiley face and great service.
Harriet D.
Emily is so kind and professional, it makes a big difference.
Noreen R.
I can't thank Dr Emily Johnson enough for the care she is taking with my teeth.
Lauren A.
Great experience with Dr. Emily and new receptionist staff. Very friendly and informative.
Barbara B.
Farzana - 100% the best hygienist and a thoroughly lovely person I have ever had - today was my second with her - perfect and thank you.
Caroline R.
Excellent care! Real understanding of my deafness and such supportive team. I really thank you.
Niki S.
St Margarets Smiles is the best by miles. Lisa on reception is particularly warm and friendly and puts one immediately at ease.
Laura K.
Very happy with St Margaret's Smiles. Easy to book appointments and really friendly staff. Emily and Fatima, thank you.
Ed W.
Prompt, friendly and professional treatment. Highly recommended.
Susan B.
Crown expertly fitted. Quick and efficient service. Pleasant friendly staff.
Ella D.
I had a great experience with Emily the dentist, everyone was very very friendly and made me feel at ease.
Michelle C.
I visited the hygienist today and she did a wonderful job. I haven't had them cleaned for about 6 years and she has done wonders in 30 minutes. Highly recommended!
Katherine M.
Excellent customer care. Highly recommend.
Susanna H.
My last appointment was hygienist, she was brilliant! The dental nurse with her was great too, highly recommend.
Andrew W.
A very thorough check up. Course of action clearly explained. I needed to be referred to Kingston hospital for some restorative treatment and this referral happened promptly.
Olivia L.
While going to the dentist is hardly a pleasant experience, the team really make up for it. The super lovely and personable receptionist will put you at ease before being seen by the professional and swift dentist. Having used both NHS & Private the level of care is always top notch.
Argita P.
I had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly, professional, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. The clinic was clean and well-organised, and everything ran smoothly.
Keith S.
Very polite and friendly practice. They do take personal care of patients. I felt very comfortable. Rachel is very diligent and offered great advice. I felt very much at ease.
Ben J.
Had a great experience at St Margaret Smiles with Dr Emily and Fatima, very thorough with my examination. Lisa the receptionist was also very welcoming.
Emanuela G.
Gentle and polite manners towards my little one and professional.
Tania T.
Everyone was very kind and helpful but overall very professional.
Abigail A.
Very good service! I had Farzana as my hygienist — she was professional, friendly, and made the whole experience comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
Nigel C.
I've been coming here for years. Flexible, friendly and efficient. Dentist and hygienist.
Keith G.
The hygienist was very good, gentle and thorough, with great communication of what was happening.
Ruth S.
The hygienist did a thorough job and gave me good advice.
Kelvin L.
Dr Emily was very patient and helpful. She was treating my younger son with lots of care and explaining along about what she was doing to my son. I'll recommend her to others.
Jim M.
I'm not the best patient in the world but was very satisfied with the treatment received. Dr. Emily, assisted by Fatima did a great job of making me comfortable and carried out their work really well. All the staff seem very competent and helpful.
Tyler D.
From the receptionist to the dentist, great service, very professional, I'm glad to be a patient at this place, thank you ladies.
Brad H.
Got a checkup for myself and my toddler. Great service and friendly staff - thanks Emily for the checkup! I also went back for some dental hygiene work and my teeth are much cleaner now.
Ianstrax
All the procedures I have had have been performed with care and skill. This is a practice that I would highly recommend.
Arki H.
Rachel was amazing she deserves a bonus. Come see her immediately if you got problems.
Ester K.
Very friendly and professional dental clinic. I also found the most gentle and accommodating hygienist there for my sensitive teeth, while she cleans them very well. Short waiting time for appointments and very flexible and friendly staff and environment. My son loves going there too, for check up and hygiene appointments.
Gregory C.
The service was excellent, and the product exceeded my expectations both in ease of use and result.
Katalin P.
Excellent service. Both of my sons were treated here. We are very pleased with St Margarets Smiles.
Dot H.
I'm always nervous about visiting the dentist, but Emily and the staff were very understanding. Emily's treatment was steady and gentle. Thank you for making the visit as comfortable as possible for an anxious lady.
Liberty D.
I couldn't recommend St Margaret's Smiles more! I am someone who is a nervous client when it comes to seeing a dentist. However my experience with Emily & Farzana has been great. They both made sure I was well looked after & made me feel at ease! As soon as you walk in, the receptionists are attentive and lovely.
Duy P.
Dr Emily is very good. Highly recommended. Professional, skilful and gentle. The surgery has the latest equipment, appointments manager is also great. My whole family is now registered with Dr Emily.
Diana W.
As always a first class service... I have been at this practice since 1998... always consistently good. From fillings crowns and general care I would recommend 100%.
Derek D.
Helpful and super friendly receptionist and excellent hygienist who took great care. I'm obviously not a fan of going to the dentist but they make it far easier to have a much better experience.
Vanessa D.
Best dentist I have ever had! Dr Emily has really helped me overcome my phobias and helped manage my dental care proactively.
Ali C.
Mine and my children's experience at St Margarets Smiles is always a very positive one. A super friendly front of house team, dental staff and an amazing hygienist!
Andrea D.
Mr Panesar is an excellent dentist, who works with care and precision and is always ready to explain the treatment he is recommending. A particular thanks to two new receptionists, Lisa and Adrienne, professional and helpful and able to find a spot for a semi-urgent treatment for me. Really appreciated.
Angela K.
Hygienist Rachel was wonderful... warm and welcoming but much more ... she's informative about the process and gives clear advice!
James
Excellent care and attention kindly provided by Dr Emily and her assistant as well as by hygienist Emily. Dr Emily took care to explain everything carefully and took photographs to illustrate her explanations. She listened to my concerns equally carefully and acted accordingly.
Dean S.
I took my 1 year old for their first check up at St Margaret's Smiles, the receptionist and the 2 dental nurses were fantastic and very professional, it was also extremely clean and tidy. There was also no tears.
Susan C.
From the lovely, helpful, friendly receptionist, I think her name is Lisa, to the dentist who explains everything and will only do work necessary, this practise is amazing. I've been coming here for years and would never dream of going elsewhere. The receptionist was extremely helpful when I phoned for an emergency appointment at 9am and got one at 11am.
Joanne M.
Rachel the Hygienist was very thorough with the children and guided them on good brushing technique and answered all their questions. Adrienne on the front desk was great at keeping the children occupied while they waited. Great service and very happy kids.
Kat K.
I had a really lovely experience at my first hygienist appointment! The lady on reception was super welcoming and friendly. Rachel was really friendly and informative during my appointment where she made me feel at ease (I'm not a fan of the dentist) and made me feel really good about my teeth! The dental assistant was also very gentle and nice! The experience has made me feel much better about coming for hygienist appointments in the future.
Margot L.
I had my appointment with Rachael and it was definitely the best dental appointment I've ever had. She was so lovely and kind and explained everything step by step so I knew what was happening. Also gave very good advice and overall made sure I was comfortable and informed. Would recommend seeing her for anyone who is nervous about getting their teeth cleaned.
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A trusted neighbourhood practice since 2001
St Margarets Smiles has been part of the community at 165 St Margarets Road for over 25 years. We've quietly grown alongside the families we look after - watching first wobbly teeth come and go, calming pre-wedding nerves, and becoming a trusted dental home for multiple generations of the same families.
Today we're a mixed NHS and private practice that combines the warmth of a long-established neighbourhood dentist with modern techniques and a strong focus on prevention. We're a calm, family-led alternative to busy chain practices - and our patients tell us they feel the difference.
An experienced team behind every smile
Our small but mighty team brings together decades of clinical skill, genuine warmth and a shared belief in honest, considered care.
We accept all insurances
Frequently asked questions
Some of the questions our patients across Twickenham and St Margarets ask most often. Can't find what you're looking for? Just give us a ring on 020 8744 9922.
How long has the practice been here?
There has been a dental practice at 165 St Margarets Road since 2001 - so we've been part of the community for over 25 years, looking after families across St Margarets, Twickenham and the wider TW1 area.
Are you NHS or private?
We're a mixed NHS and private practice, which means you can choose whichever option suits you and your family best. Private patients can book straight in via our website or by calling reception on 020 8744 9922. For NHS care, we operate a waiting list - please call us on the same number to register your interest, and we'll let you know as soon as a space becomes available.
Where exactly are you located?
We're at 165 St Margarets Road, St Margarets, Twickenham, TW1 1RD - just a two-minute walk from St Margarets train station with parking right outside the practice.
What treatments do you offer?
We offer a complete range of dental care under one roof - including general dentistry (check-ups, hygiene, fillings, root canals, extractions), cosmetic treatments (whitening, bonding, veneers, smile makeovers), missing teeth treatments (implants, crowns, dentures), and Invisalign clear aligners.
Do you treat children?
Yes - we love family appointments and offer NHS dental care for under 18s in full-time education. Find out more about our children's dentistry.
Do you offer cosmetic treatments?
Yes - we offer a full range of cosmetic treatments including teeth whitening, composite bonding, porcelain veneers, Invisalign, smile makeovers and facial aesthetics. Our cosmetic philosophy is always natural-looking results, never overdone.
How do I book my first appointment?
We're a mixed NHS and private practice. Private patients can book in straight away, and we operate an NHS waiting list for those interested in joining. To register your interest in joining the NHS waiting list, please call us on 020 8744 9922.
What's included in the £30 new patient exam?
Your new patient exam includes a full examination of your teeth, gums, soft tissues and bite, plus a relaxed chat about your dental history, any current concerns, and what you'd like from your care. X-rays, if needed, are charged separately from £10.
Are there hidden fees?
No. Honest, transparent pricing is one of our core promises - you'll always receive a clear, written treatment plan before any treatment begins, with all costs listed up front. We'll never recommend treatment you don't need or pressure you into a decision.
I'm nervous about the dentist - can you help?
Absolutely. We take great care with anxious patients - allowing extra time, explaining everything as we go, and never rushing. For patients who'd benefit from IV sedation, we have a trusted referral pathway to our sister practice. Read more about our approach to nervous patients.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes - we open every Saturday morning and on selected Sundays in addition to our usual weekday hours, which is particularly handy for working adults and busy families across St Margarets, East Twickenham and the wider TW1 area.
How long does each appointment take?
It depends on what you're coming in for. Routine check-ups typically take 15-20 minutes, hygiene appointments 30-45 minutes, and longer cosmetic or restorative appointments may take an hour or more. We'll always give you a clear time estimate when you book.
Honest, family-led dental care in Twickenham
Take the first step with our £30 new patient exam - and join the families across St Margarets and Twickenham who've been trusting us with their smiles for over 25 years.