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Child Dental Care in Perth
Looking for a dentist, your child will feel comfortable seeing? Dental O So Gentle provides warm, gentle child dental care across our two Perth clinics in the Perth CBD on St Georges Terrace and in Beldon, in Perth’s northern suburbs helping families build healthy dental habits from the very first visit. As a practice with a strong focus on families, our aim is to make every appointment a positive experience, so children grow up feeling at ease in the dental chair rather than anxious about it. For many parents, finding a dentist who understands how to work with children makes all the difference, and it’s something our whole team takes seriously.
What Does Children’s Dental Care Involve?
Children’s dental care focuses on looking after infants, children and teenagers as their teeth develop, with an emphasis on prevention, gentle general dentistry, and support for children who feel anxious about visiting the dentist. This typically includes regular check-ups, professional cleans, fluoride treatment, cavity prevention, and monitoring of gum health and tooth development as your child grows. Our team including our Oral Health Therapist, Kinga Haynes, who is known for helping nervous patients feel relaxed and confident sees children in a friendly, welcoming environment designed to help them build positive dental habits early, setting the foundation for good oral health as they grow.
This early groundwork matters more than many parents realise. A child’s first few dental visits often shape how they feel about dental care well into adulthood, which is why our approach centres on patience, clear communication and a calm environment from the very first check-up.
Our Child Dental Care Services
- Preventive care: regular check-ups, professional cleans and fluoride treatment to help maintain your child’s oral health.
- Dental anxiety support: gentle care and calming techniques to help ease fears and build trust with young patients.
- Fillings and cavity repair: tooth-coloured fillings to treat decay and restore affected teeth.
- Gum health monitoring: keeping an eye on your child’s gums and development and addressing any early signs of concern.
- Children’s emergencies: prompt care for dental injuries, pain or other urgent issues, including teeth knocked out during sport.
Each of these is delivered with the same underlying goal: helping your child feel safe and supported at every stage. Rather than treating a dental visit as something to get through, we aim to make it something children can approach with curiosity rather than apprehension which in turn makes ongoing preventive care easier to maintain as they grow.
Children’s Dentistry Across Our Two Perth Clinics
Dental O So Gentle has become a familiar dental home for local families, many of whom bring their children from their very first check-up right through to their teenage years. With more than 100 years of combined clinical experience across our team, we create a welcoming, child-friendly environment and offer age-appropriate care designed around each child’s comfort and stage of development.
Children’s and family dentistry is provided at both clinics by our general dentists (Dr Jeff Broude and Dr Rohan Jagota at Perth CBD, and Dr Ileana Kalamaras and Dr Nadia Roe at Beldon), together with our Oral Health Therapist Kinga Haynes, who works across both locations and is especially good with nervous patients. Where a child needs care beyond general dentistry for example, an orthodontic assessment as their adult teeth come through your dentist can monitor development and refer you to the appropriate specialist.
How Child Dental Care Works at Our Practice
Step One
Consultation:
Your child’s visit begins with a friendly consultation, where we assess their oral health, take any necessary X-rays, and take the time to discuss their needs with you.
Step Two
Personalised Plan:
Based on the consultation, we develop a plan focused on routine check-ups, prevention and education, and address any specific concerns identified during the visit including a referral to an orthodontist or other specialist if that’s appropriate as your child grows.
Step Three
Treatment:
From routine cleans to cavity repair and fillings, and any necessary extractions, our team provides gentle, age-appropriate care to help keep your child’s teeth healthy.
Throughout, we take care to explain things in a way children can understand using simple language and, where helpful, showing them the tools involved before any treatment begins. This helps reduce uncertainty and gives your child a sense of control over the experience, which often makes a noticeable difference to how comfortable they feel.
Is Child Dental Care Right for Your Family?
Every child’s dental needs are a little different, and our team is happy to talk you through what to expect if you’re unsure whether it’s time to book a visit. Some children are naturally relaxed about the process, while others need a little more time and reassurance either way, our approach is designed to meet your child where they are.
Consider booking an appointment if your child has:
Tooth pain or visible cavities
Concerns about teething, alignment or thumb sucking habits
Never had a dental check-up before
How it helps:
Supports strong, healthy teeth and gums while helping prevent future issues
Provides guidance on oral hygiene for both children and parents
Creates a positive, low stress dental experience for kids
Often well suited to:
Parents wanting to keep their children’s oral health on track
Kids needing preventive care, cleans or general treatment
Families across Perth’s northern suburbs and the Perth CBD seeking a welcoming children’s dental team
Support for Nervous Children
We understand that some children feel nervous about visiting the dentist, and we don’t take that lightly. Our team is experienced in recognising the signs of dental anxiety and adjusting accordingly whether that means taking things more slowly, explaining each step in advance, arranging a simple introductory visit so your child can settle in before any treatment is needed, or simply giving them more time to feel comfortable in the chair. Our goal is for every child to leave feeling proud of themselves rather than dreading their next visit.
Visit Us: Our Two Perth Clinics
Children’s dental care is available at both of our clinics. Here’s how to reach each one:
Perth CBD Shop 3, The Atrium, 168 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000 Phone: (08) 6254 3770 Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:45am–5:00pm · Friday please contact the clinic to confirm · Closed Saturday & Sunday Serving the Perth CBD and surrounding suburbs.
Beldon Unit 8, Beldon Medical Centre, 265 Eddystone Avenue, Beldon WA 6027 Phone: (08) 9307 7122 Hours: Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:00pm · Closed Saturday & Sunday Serving Perth’s northern suburbs.
Payments and health funds: Dental O So Gentle is a preferred provider for many major Australian health funds, with HICAPS available for on-the-spot claiming. We accept EFTPOS, cash and major credit cards. Eligible families may also be able to use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) our team can help you check whether your child qualifies.
To book a children’s dentistry appointment, contact your nearest clinic on the number above, or book online. Our friendly team is always happy to answer any questions beforehand, so both you and your child can feel prepared for the visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should my child first see a dentist?
General dental guidance suggests introducing children to the dentist early often around their first birthday, or once their first teeth appear. Early visits help children become familiar with the environment and allow us to monitor development from the outset.
Can I bring my child to both the Perth CBD and Beldon clinics?
Yes. Children’s dental care is available at both our Perth CBD clinic on St Georges Terrace and our Beldon clinic on Eddystone Avenue, so you can choose whichever is more convenient for your family. If you’re not sure which suits you, either team can help.
What if my child feels nervous about the dentist?
This is very common, and our team including our Oral Health Therapist Kinga Haynes is experienced in helping nervous children feel more at ease. We take a gentle, unhurried approach and are happy to arrange a simple introductory visit so your child can settle in before any treatment is needed.
What if my child needs braces or orthodontic treatment?
Your dentist can monitor how your child’s teeth and jaw are developing and, if orthodontic treatment looks likely to be needed, refer you to an orthodontist at the right time.
Can I use my private health extras for my child’s dental care?
Many families use private health extras cover towards routine children’s dental visits, though rebates depend on your level of cover. Eligible families may also be able to access the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). We’re happy to help you understand what applies and provide an estimate before treatment begins, and HICAPS is available for on the spot claiming.