Paediatric Dentist

Paediatric Dentist: Building Healthy Smiles for Life

At Armadale Dental Care, we believe that introducing children to the dentist at an early age sets the foundation for a lifetime of excellent oral health. Our dedicated paediatric dentist is here to support your child’s dental journey with gentle care, a friendly approach, and expert knowledge of children’s oral development.

Good oral hygiene habits should begin early to prevent issues such as tooth decay and gum disease. Regular visits to a paediatric dentist allow us to catch any early signs of trouble before they develop into more serious problems. Preventive care is always the best care—and it starts with early check-ups.

We encourage parents to bring their children along to dental appointments as young as possible, even if they’re not ready for a full examination. These early visits help familiarise them with the dental environment—the sights, sounds, and most importantly, the friendly faces of our team. Meeting the dentist early on builds trust and makes future visits stress-free.

During your child’s first visits to Armadale Dental Care, our paediatric dentist will keep things light and fun. A simple count of the teeth and a quick look with a small mirror may be all that’s needed. As your child becomes more confident, we’ll begin more thorough check-ups to monitor development, look for signs of decay, and provide preventative treatments when needed.

Our paediatric dental team also offers valuable advice on brushing, flossing, healthy eating, and how to manage habits like thumb-sucking or pacifier use.

At Armadale Dental Care, we’re passionate about making every child’s dental experience a positive one. Let us help your little one build a happy, healthy smile for life—with the expert care of our trusted paediatric dentist.

Oral hygiene starts as soon as your child’s first tooth erupts through the gum, which is around six months of age.

• Use a small and very soft child’s toothbrush and a rice-sized amount of children’s toothpaste.  As this contains less fluoride than adult tooth pastes, if you are unsure about the fluoride content, please speak to your dentist or health visitor.
• Brush twice a day, once in the morning and before bed, cleaning the teeth and the gum area. You will need to clean your child’s teeth or supervise until they are around 8 years old.
• Encourage your child to spit the toothpaste out but not to rinse with water, as this reduces the effects of the fluoride.
• Do NOT allow your child to fall asleep with a bottle of milk, formula milk or any fruit juice as these have hidden sugars that will pool around the teeth as they sleep, leading to cavities.
• Limit the amount of sugar in your child’s diet. If they do have sugary snacks and drinks, keep them to meal times only and give water and healthy snacks in between.