Dr. Tom Hughes

Dr Tom Hughes is an associate dentist at Riverside with a special interest in family and children’s dentistry. He joined after several years in mixed NHS and private practice across London, bringing a practical, friendly style that works well for busy households.

Tom is often the first clinician children meet at the practice. He keeps language simple, shows instruments before using them, and celebrates small wins so dental visits feel predictable rather than scary. Adults who have avoided the dentist for years also ask for him — he is patient with history-taking and clear about what is urgent versus elective.

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Dentistry for the whole family

Where possible, Tom helps parents and children plan care in the same visit window so fewer trips are needed. He explains findings in the room: what can wait, what needs doing soon, and how home habits (brushing, sugar frequency, sports mouthguards) change the picture.

What patients see him for

• Routine examinations and preventive advice for adults and children
• White fillings and straightforward restorative care
• Children’s check-ups, fissure sealants, and fluoride varnish
• Same-day advice for minor emergencies during opening hours
• Building trust after a long break from dental care

Working with specialists in-house

If a child may need orthodontics later, or an adult needs implants or complex cosmetics, Tom refers within Riverside to Dr Morgan, Dr Patel, or Dr Chen — so families stay under one roof with shared records and consistent advice.

Training and registration

Tom holds BDS and is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC 456789). He keeps up CPD in paediatric behaviour management and minimally invasive caries care.

What a visit with Dr Hughes is like

1. Settle in — especially for first visits with children; no rush into treatment.
2. Examine and explain — findings described so parents and patients both understand.
3. Agree priorities — prevention first; restorative work scheduled when everyone is ready.
4. Plan the next step — hygiene, review, or specialist input booked before you leave when helpful.

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Dr Hughes is accepting new patients for general and family care. Ask reception for his next available appointment.