Babies & toddlers
Healthy habits start with the first tooth.
- Preventive care
- First dental home visit
- Consultation and instructions for parents
Tafodent Kids
Little smiles, big care.
Gentle dental care for babies, children and teenagers, led by our consultant pedodontist, with time to explain things to children and parents alike.
Care at every age
Growing up, one smile at a time.
Children
Check-ups, prevention and gentle treatment.
- Oral exams
- Dental cleanings
- Sealants
- Silver diamine fluoride and topical fluoride
- Mouth guards
- Space maintainers (spacers)
- Fillings
- Dental crowns
- Pulpotomies
- Pulpectomies
- Digital X-rays
Teenagers
Straighter teeth and protection for sport.
- Teen orthodontics
- Metal, ceramic and clear braces
- Clear aligners
- Sports mouth guards
- Check-ups and cleaning
Early orthodontics
Some bite and jaw problems are easier to guide while a child is still growing. Our orthodontist can check your child’s developing teeth and, where it helps, start early treatment.
- Kids orthodontics
- Teen orthodontics
- Adult orthodontics
- Phase 1 (early) orthodontics
- Myobrace
For parents
The first visit.
A first visit is mostly about getting comfortable. You don’t have to decide on any treatment on the day.
Before the visit
Talk about the dentist in a calm, positive way. Avoid words like “hurt” or “injection”. Bring any medical details and questions you have.
Meeting the dentist
Your child gets to meet the dentist, look around and try the chair, at their own pace.
A gentle check-up
A look at the teeth and gums, sometimes with a parent holding younger children on their lap.
Tips to take home
Advice on brushing, diet and habits like thumb-sucking, and when to come back.
At home
Four habits that really help.
- 01
Brush twice a day
Use a smear of fluoride toothpaste for children under three and a pea-sized amount for older children. Help with brushing until about age seven or eight.
- 02
Watch the sugar
Keep sweets and sugary drinks to mealtimes, and avoid sending a child to bed with a bottle of milk or juice.
- 03
Start early
Book a first dental visit when the first tooth appears, or by the first birthday.
- 04
Protect during sport
A custom sports mouth guard helps protect teeth during contact sports.
General advice for parents. Your child’s dentist will give advice suited to your child.
Questions parents ask
When should my child first see a dentist?
A first visit is commonly recommended around the time the first tooth appears, or by the first birthday. Early visits are mostly about prevention and getting your child used to the dentist.
Do baby teeth really need fillings?
Often, yes. Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth and help children eat and speak. Untreated decay can cause pain and infection. The dentist will explain the options for your child.
Can I stay with my child during the visit?
Yes. Parents are welcome, and for younger children it usually helps.
What if my child is very anxious?
We take things slowly and let children get used to the clinic first. For some children and some treatments, sedation or general anaesthesia may be discussed. See Sedation Dentistry.
When should my child have an orthodontic check?
Around the age of seven is a good time for a first orthodontic check. Most children will not need treatment then, but some problems are easier to guide early. See Orthodontics.
Book your visit
Book your child’s first visit.
Tell us your child’s age and anything you’re worried about. We’ll call you to find a time that suits you both.
Mon–Sat · 10 am–2 pm & 4 pm–9 pm
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