Children's Dentistry in Bilekahalli, Bengaluru
Children's dentistry looks after teeth from the first milk tooth to the teenage years: regular check-ups, preventing decay, treating it early, and keeping an eye on how the teeth and jaws grow. Children are seen by Dr. Hemashwini N Simha, and by a pedodontist (a dentist who specialises in children) when a child needs one.
- First visit
- By the 1st birthday
- Check-ups
- Every 6 months
- Anaesthesia
- Local, only if needed
- Sedation
- Not offered
When to bring your child
- The first visit: when the first tooth appears, or by the first birthday, whichever comes first.
- After that: a check-up every 6 months, or as often as we advise for your child.
- Come sooner if you notice:
- a tooth that hurts, or is sensitive to cold or sweet food,
- brown, black or chalky white spots on the teeth,
- swelling of the gum or the face,
- a tooth knocked, chipped or loosened in a fall,
- thumb- or finger-sucking that hasn't stopped by the time the adult front teeth come in.
What we offer
| Treatment | What it is |
|---|---|
| Check-ups and cleaning | A look at the teeth, gums and bite, cleaning, and advice for you and your child |
| Fluoride varnish | A fluoride coating painted on the teeth to strengthen them, usually every 6 months, more often for children at higher risk of decay |
| Pit-and-fissure sealants | A thin protective coating on the grooves of the back teeth, usually soon after the adult back teeth come in, at around 6 and 12 years |
| Fillings | Repairing decay in milk teeth and adult teeth |
| Nerve treatment of milk teeth | Pulpotomy or pulpectomy, when decay has reached the nerve of a milk tooth, so it can stay until it falls out naturally |
| Crowns for milk teeth | A cap over a badly broken-down milk tooth, until it falls out naturally |
| Removing milk teeth | When a milk tooth can't be saved, or is in the way of the adult tooth coming in |
| Space maintainers | A small appliance that keeps the gap open when a milk tooth is lost early, so the adult tooth has room |
| Habit-breaking appliances | For thumb-sucking or tongue-thrusting that is moving the teeth |
| Orthodontic check | A check of how the teeth and jaws are growing; a first orthodontic check is advised by age 7 |
If your child needs braces, we refer you to the orthodontist who visits our clinic. See braces.
Why milk teeth matter
Milk teeth help children chew their food, speak clearly and smile with confidence, and they hold the space for the adult teeth. The back milk teeth stay until about 10 to 12 years of age. Decay in a milk tooth can spread quickly, cause pain and infection, and affect the adult tooth growing underneath. Treating it early is simpler for your child.
The first visit, step by step
- A short talk. We ask about your child's health, feeding, brushing and any worries you have.
- A gentle check. We look at the teeth, gums and bite. Very young children can sit on your lap.
- Advice for home. Brushing, how much toothpaste to use, food and drinks, and feeding at night.
- A plan. When to come back, and any treatment your child needs, explained to you and to your child. You receive a written estimate before any treatment starts.
We explain each step to your child in simple words and go at their pace.
Sedation
We don't offer sedation or general anaesthesia at the clinic. If a child needs treatment that way, for example a very young child with many decayed teeth, we explain the options and refer you to a specialist.
Looking after your child's teeth at home
- Before the first tooth: wipe the gums gently with a clean, soft cloth.
- From the first tooth: brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, using a soft, child-sized toothbrush.
- Under age 3: a smear of toothpaste the size of a grain of rice.
- From age 3: a pea-sized amount.
- Spit, don't rinse. Help your child spit out the toothpaste after brushing, without rinsing with water, so the fluoride keeps working.
- Help with brushing until your child is about 7 or 8, and check it after that.
- Keep sweet foods and drinks to mealtimes, and give water between meals.
- Don't put your child to sleep with a bottle of milk, juice or any sweet drink.
If a tooth is knocked out
- A milk tooth: don't put it back. Bring your child in so we can check the area and the adult tooth underneath.
- An adult tooth: act quickly. Hold it by the crown (the white part), not the root. If it is dirty, rinse it briefly in milk. Put it back in its socket if you can, and have your child bite gently on a clean cloth. If you can't, keep the tooth in milk. Then call us and come in straight away.
Possible risks
- Numbness after a local anaesthetic lasts a few hours. Watch that your child doesn't bite or chew their lip, cheek or tongue until it wears off.
- Sensitivity for a few days after a filling.
- A filling or crown on a milk tooth can come off; it is usually simple to replace.
- Nerve treatment of a milk tooth may not succeed, and the tooth may then need to be removed.
- A space maintainer can come loose; bring it with you so we can refit it.
We go through the risks that apply to your child before you decide.
Fees
The fee depends on the treatment your child needs. You receive a written estimate after the examination, before treatment starts. Call or WhatsApp us if you'd like an idea of the cost.
Questions patients ask
When should my child first see a dentist?
When the first tooth appears, or by the first birthday, whichever comes first. After that, every 6 months, or as often as we advise for your child.
Why treat milk teeth if they fall out anyway?
Milk teeth help children chew and speak, and they hold the space for the adult teeth. The back milk teeth stay until about 10 to 12 years of age. A decayed milk tooth can cause pain and infection, and can affect the adult tooth growing underneath it.
Can I stay with my child?
Yes. A parent or guardian stays with the child, and very young children can sit on your lap during the check-up.
How can I prepare my child for the visit?
Talk about the visit in a calm, positive way, and avoid words like "hurt" or "injection". Bring a favourite toy if it helps. For toddlers, a time of day when they are usually rested works best.
Is fluoride safe for children?
Yes, in the small amounts recommended: a smear of toothpaste the size of a grain of rice under age 3, and a pea-sized amount from age 3. Help your child spit out the toothpaste rather than swallow it. Fluoride varnish at the clinic is applied in tiny amounts.
My child sucks their thumb. Should I worry?
Most children stop on their own in the early years. If the habit continues once the adult front teeth are coming in, it can push teeth out of place. We can advise you, and if needed make a small appliance that helps break the habit.
What is a sealant, and does it hurt?
A sealant is a thin coating painted onto the grooves of the back teeth, where decay often starts. It needs no injection and no drilling, and it is hardened with a light. We check it at each visit.
What should I do if my child has a toothache?
Call us so we can see your child soon. If your child needs a painkiller, use one made for children, at the dose on the pack for their age, and check with your child's doctor first if they take other medicines or have a health condition. Never give aspirin to children under 16. If the face is swollen or your child has a fever, call us straight away or see a doctor.
Location
Dantya Dental, 18, 1st Floor, 6th Main St, Thayappa Garden, Ramanashree Enclave, Bilekahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560076
Near Racket Club of Bengaluru, close to IIM Bangalore. Easy to reach from BTM Layout, JP Nagar, Arekere and Bannerghatta Road.
Monday to Saturday, 10am–8pm. Sundays by appointment.
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Reviewed by Dr. Hemashwini N Simha, BDS, FMC (NDC Reg. No. 49082-A) on 31 October 2026.
This page gives general information. Your dentist will advise what suits you after examining you.