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Child Dental Care in St Ives
Looking for a dentist your child will feel comfortable seeing? St Ives Dental Group provides warm, experienced child dental care from our practice on Mona Vale Road in St Ives, helping local families build healthy dental habits from the very first visit. St Ives is home to many young families, with children aged 0–14 making up around one in five residents*, and we’ve become a familiar dental home for many of them, along with families from nearby Pymble, Gordon and Turramurra. 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 general dentistry, preventive and restorative treatment including monitoring for early signs of gum disease and providing gum disease treatment suited to each stage. This typically includes cavity prevention, fluoride treatments, fissure sealants and support for children who feel anxious about visiting the dentist. At St Ives Dental Group, our team, including an oral health therapist and dentists like Dr Yolanda Chiong and Dr Aida Saffarpour, see 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 oral healthcare 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 in St Ives
Preventive Care: regular check-ups, cleanings and fluoride treatments to help maintain your child’s oral health
Dental Anxiety Management: gentle care and calming techniques to help ease fears and build trust with young patients
Fissure Sealants & Mouthguards: protective coatings to reduce cavity risk and custom mouthguards to protect teeth during sport
Emergency Dental Care: prompt treatment for dental emergencies, injuries, pain or other urgent dental issues
Each of these services is delivered with the same underlying goal: helping your child feel safe and supported at every stage of their dental care. Rather than treating a visit to the dentist 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. Many parents find that once their child has a few positive visits behind them, future appointments become noticeably easier for everyone involved.
Why Local Families Choose St Ives Dental Group for Children’s Dentistry
St Ives Dental Group has become a trusted dental home for a growing number of local families, many of whom bring their children to us from their very first check-up right through to their teenage years. We create a welcoming, child-friendly environment where kids feel at ease, offering age-appropriate care designed around each child’s comfort and stage of development.
We know that fitting dental visits around school, sport and family life isn’t always straightforward, which is why we’re open seven days a week, including evening appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays and weekend availability, making it easier for busy St Ives families to find a time that works without disrupting the week.
As an NSQHS Standards accredited practice, we follow recognised national safety and quality standards across the care we provide. And because so many local households speak a language other than English at home, families are often glad to know that several of our dentists also speak additional languages, including Farsi and Korean.
Trust is built through listening, showing compassion and giving every patient careful, individual attention.
Dr Mahshad Habibi, St Ives Dental Group
How Child Dental Care Works at Our St Ives Practice
Step One
Consultation:
Your child’s dental journey begins with a friendly consultation, where we assess their oral health, perform any necessary x-rays, and take the time to discuss their needs with you.
Step Two
Personalised Treatment Plan:
Based on the consultation, we develop a plan focused on routine check-ups, prevention, education, potential referrals for orthodontics to straighten teeth, braces, clear aligners, wisdom teeth removal, or dental implants in later years, and addressing any specific concerns identified during the visit.
Step Three
Treatment:
From routine cleanings to cavity repair, dental fillings, and necessary extractions, our team provides gentle, age-appropriate care to help keep your child’s teeth healthy and strong.
Throughout each step, 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 during and after their appointment.
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 from the start, while others need a little more time and reassurance — either way, our approach is designed to meet your child where they are.
Consider booking if
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
Particularly well suited to
Parents wanting to keep their children’s oral health on track
Kids needing preventive care, cleanings, basic dental services, Invisalign consultations, or general treatment
Families across St Ives, Pymble and Turramurra seeking a welcoming, experienced children’s dental team
Helping Your Child Keep a Healthy Smile
Our team focuses on treatments that may improve comfort and function, ranging from simple fillings to veneers for older patients, with every plan built around your child’s individual needs. Results vary from child to child and will always be discussed with you in full during the consultation.
We also understand that some children feel nervous about visiting the dentist, and we don’t take that lightly. Our team is trained to recognise the signs of dental anxiety and adjust accordingly, whether that means discussing options like sedation, taking things more slowly, explaining each step in advance, or simply giving a child 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should my child first see a dentist?
Most dental guidance, including recommendations from the Australian Dental Association, 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.
Do you offer evening or weekend appointments for children?
Yes. Our St Ives practice is open seven days a week, with evening appointments available on Tuesdays and Thursdays and weekend availability — helpful for families fitting a check-up and clean around school, sport and work.
Can I use my private health extras cover for my child’s dental care?
Many families use private health extras cover or the Child Dental Benefits Schedule towards routine children’s dental visits. Rebates depend on your individual level of cover or eligibility for the CDBS, so we’re happy to help you understand what your fund covers and provide an estimate before treatment begins.
Where is St Ives Dental Group, and is it easy to get to?
We’re located at Shop G3, 166 Mona Vale Road, St Ives NSW 2075, within the St Ives Shopping Village precinct — convenient for families across St Ives, Pymble, Gordon and Turramurra, and easy to combine with other errands.
What if my child feels nervous about the dentist?
This is very common, and our team 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.
* Community figures on this page are drawn from publicly available data: Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), 2021 Census of Population and Housing — General Community Profile, St Ives (NSW), State Suburb (SAL); the share of local residents aged 0–14.
Book Your Child’s at St Ives Dental Group
To book a children’s dentistry appointment, contact St Ives Dental Group on (02) 9983 1166 or book online. You’ll find us at Shop G3, 166 Mona Vale Road, St Ives NSW 2075. We’re open seven days a week, including Tuesday and Thursday evenings, so it’s easy to find a time that fits around school and family life. Our friendly team is always happy to answer any questions beforehand, so both you and your child can feel confident and prepared for the visit.