Kishan Patel
Clinical Director Orthodontics
CHILDREN'S DENTISTRY
Children's dentistry
Prevention-led dental care that helps children become comfortable with the dentist, protects developing teeth and gives parents clear, practical guidance.
EarlyPrevention
Twice dailyBrushing
Up to age 7Supervise
RegularReviews
THE FIRST VISITS
A children’s dentist for confident early visits
We encourage children to attend from a young age, ideally when the first milk teeth appear. Early appointments can be a simple introduction: meeting the team, looking around and taking a chair ride if they feel ready.
- Keep the language positive and matter-of-fact
- Avoid phrases that accidentally suggest something will hurt
- Let confidence build at the child’s pace
- Regular visits help create familiarity and trust
AT HOME
Your children’s dentist: supporting prevention
Baby teeth can change quickly, so home care and routine reviews matter. Parents should brush very young children’s teeth and supervise brushing until around seven years old.
- Brush twice every day
- Use fluoride products appropriate to age and need
- Limit sugar and acid, especially between meals and at bedtime
- Remember hidden sugars in foods such as breakfast cereals
PREVENTION
Catch problems before they become painful.
Routine examinations allow the team to monitor tooth development, decay risk, gum health, bite and oral-hygiene habits. Preventive advice and treatments can then be tailored to the individual child.
DENTAL TRAUMA
Know what to do when a tooth is knocked out.
If a baby tooth is knocked out, do not try to put it back in. Contact the practice promptly so the child can be assessed. If an adult tooth is knocked out, follow the emergency guidance and seek urgent dental advice.
Meet the clinicians
Three disciplines.
One joined-up plan.
Implant, restorative and orthodontic expertise brought together around one patient.
Meet the team
Kishan Patel
Vishal Patel
Clinical Director Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
Mayur Pandya
Clinical Director Implant & Reconstructive Dentistry
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Children's dentist: frequently asked questions
When should my child first see a dentist?
We encourage visits from a young age, around the time the first milk teeth appear.
How long should I supervise brushing?
Parents should oversee brushing until around seven years old, while helping children develop a reliable twice-daily routine.
What if a baby tooth is knocked out?
Do not reinsert a baby tooth. Contact the practice so the child can be assessed promptly.
What should I tell you before my child’s appointment?
Tell the practice about pain, recent injuries, medical conditions, medicines, anxiety or additional communication needs. This helps the team plan an appropriate appointment and explain what your child can expect.
Can I ask about NHS appointment availability?
Yes. Contact your chosen practice to check current capacity and appointment arrangements. NHS availability should be confirmed directly; submitting an enquiry does not reserve an appointment.
Make their next dental visit a positive one.
You do not need to have decided on treatment. A consultation is £30: time to share what matters to you, ask questions and explore the options that may suit you.
For planned treatment. Additional scans or investigations may cost separately; emergency assessment fees differ. Please confirm when booking.