First Smiles

Our approach focusses on putting your child at ease.  We have options like nitrous oxide (‘happy gas’) and The Wand (local anesthetic with no needles!) so that your child’s dental experience is as smooth as possible.

Nitrous oxide is a form of gentle sedation that helps calm and relax your child in advance of the dental procedure. As every child is different, we will need to review your child’s health history and any other concerns before deciding whether nitrous oxide sedation is suitable for them.

No one likes needles, especially children! The Wand is a computer-assisted system for local anaesthesia. The Wand numbs a single tooth at a time without numbing the lips or face. It’s another option we have to help your child feel at ease.

If your child requires a specialist’s expertise, our Paediatric Dentist and Orthodontist are here to help.

We strive to make our patients feel relaxed and at ease, and this is especially important with little ones. When children are happy and feel safe, they build confidence and comfort in visiting the dentist for regular checkups and clean, as well as visits for more complex procedures.

Knowing the right time to refer you child to a Specialist is just as important. We work closely with a Specialist Paediatric Dentists and Specialist Orthodontist which makes for a seamless experience for your child.

With orthodontic treatment, early invention can guide the development of the teeth and jaws so that if treatment is needed later on, it may be less invasive and deliver a better outcome for your child.

Having a connected and caring group of dental practitioners for children allows us to identify and address issues as soon as they arise. This makes for a much smoother dental journey for your child.

Toddler, tween or teenager –  we bring health smiles to children of all ages,

A child should have their first visit to the dentist around 12 months of age. This allows us top check everything is developing as expected and your child’s oral hygiene is OK.

The next few years is critical in building your  child’s confidence and comfort in visiting the dentist for regular check-ups and cleans. We may occasionally need to perform preventative or restorative procedures to protect and preserve the health of their teeth. Accidents can happen too, and teeth can sometimes be the unfortunate casualty of a tumble off the scooter or whilst playing sport. Baby teeth are important too, as they are the framework around which adult teeth grow and develop.

When your child reaches 7 years of age, its time for an orthodontic consultation. Not all children need orthodontic treatment at age 7, but having this initial review means we can monitor your child’s development until the optimal time for treatment.

Establishing good oral health habits early on is key. We’re here with you for the journey and when they turn 18, they’ll be ready to transition to a General Dentist for their dental care.