Dental specialty
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentists care for babies, children and teenagers, including those with additional needs, with a focus on prevention and on helping children feel comfortable.
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How to choose a children’s dentist
A good first experience helps children feel at ease, so choose a practice that is comfortable with young patients.
Look for experience with children
Ask how the dentist and team care for children of your child’s age, and how they help nervous children feel settled.
Visit and see how it feels
Check that the practice is welcoming and that the dentist speaks to your child as well as to you.
Ask about preventive care
Find out what advice the practice gives on brushing, diet and protecting growing teeth, and how often it suggests check-ups.
Common reasons patients ask
- Your child’s first tooth has come through
- Your child has a toothache or a damaged tooth
- Your child is anxious about the dentist
- You want advice on brushing and diet for children
Your first visit
Your first consultation
What usually happens at a first appointment.
Talk it through
You describe your concerns and your dental history.
Examination
The dentist examines your mouth and may take x-rays or scans.
Your plan
You are given clear options, timings and costs before anything starts.
Treatment and follow-up
Treatment is carried out, with aftercare and any follow-up visits explained.
Common questions
Questions about pediatric dentistry
Still unsure? Your dentist can answer questions about your own teeth at a consultation.
What is the difference between a general dentist and a specialist?
A general dentist looks after your overall oral health and treats common problems. A specialist has completed further training in one area, such as straightening teeth, treating gum disease or placing implants, and usually focuses on that work.
Do I need a referral to see a specialist?
It depends on the specialty and the practice. Many specialists accept referrals from a general dentist, and some also see patients directly. It is worth asking the practice before you book.
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