Mr David Grimes

Professional statement

Mr David Grimes is a consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon in London, who specialises in oral surgery, cleft palate and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, alongside wisdom teeth removal, salivary gland surgery and orthognathic surgery. He privately practises at The Blackheath Hospital and LIPS Healthcare, Battersea Power Station, while his NHS base is Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.

Mr Grimes brings over 20 years of training and experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, focusing on the treatment of conditions affecting the mouth, face, neck and jaw. He is one of the few specialists in the UK providing cleft lip and palate care to both children and adults, with his work at the Evelina London Cleft Service dedicated to all aspects of cleft surgery.

He holds dual degrees in medicine and dentistry, having initially worked in dental practice before undertaking advanced oral and maxillofacial surgical training. During his specialist training, Mr Grimes completed cleft fellowships in Swansea and Birmingham, gaining expertise in this highly specialised field. In 2020, he was awarded his Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training and began his consultant role at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.

Mr Grimes has been recognised nationally for his contributions to improving patient care and has authored numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals, presenting his research at both national and international conferences. Committed to education, he trains and supervises doctors at various stages of their careers, from newly qualified practitioners to surgeons specialising in cleft lip and palate surgery. He also regularly delivers lectures for dentists and doctors, sharing his knowledge and expertise to advance the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Mr Grimes is a member of various professional organisations including the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Craniofacial Society of Great Britain and Ireland.