Children’s Dentist in Bellevue Hill & Eastern Suburbs Sydney

The first dental visit is a small but important moment. When it’s done well, it sets the tone for a lifetime of good dental habits and comfortable check-ups. If not, it can plant the seed for years of dental anxiety.

At Bellevue Hill Dental, we take children’s dentistry seriously precisely because we know how much that early experience matters. We have been a family practice in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs since 1950, and have welcomed three generations of some of our patient families through our doors. We care for toddlers visiting for the first time through to their teenagers finishing orthodontic treatment.

Bellevue Hill Dental is a Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) provider, which means many eligible families can access dental care for their children with reduced out-of-pocket costs.

Children’s dental services we provide

• Dental check-ups and examinations — monitoring tooth development, bite alignment, and early signs of decay
• Professional cleaning and scale — gentle removal of plaque and tartar
• Fissure sealants — protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent decay
• Fluoride treatments — topical fluoride application to strengthen developing enamel
• Fillings — tooth-coloured (composite) restorations for decayed baby and permanent teeth
• Baby tooth extractions — when decay or infection cannot be managed with restorative treatment
• Mouthguards — custom-fitted sports mouthguards for active children
• Orthodontic assessment and referral — monitoring jaw and tooth development from around age 8
• Happy gas (nitrous oxide) — available for anxious children or more involved procedures

When should my child first see a dentist?

We recommend bringing your child in when their first baby teeth start to appear, ideally between ages 2 and 4. The first visit is primarily about familiarisation. That includes meeting the team, sitting in the chair, and letting us take a look at how their teeth are developing.

Early visits also give parents guidance on brushing technique, diet, and how to prevent the most common childhood dental problems before they develop.

Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) — Medicare

The Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) provides eligible children aged 0–17 with up to $1,158 in dental benefits over two consecutive calendar years. The cap is indexed annually, so the exact amount can change from year to year.

CDBS covers basic dental services, including examinations, cleans, X-rays, fissure sealants, fillings, and extractions. It does not cover orthodontic treatment, cosmetic procedures, or any dental services provided in a hospital.

Eligibility is linked to your family receiving certain Australian Government payments, like Family Tax Benefit Part A. You can check eligibility through your myGov account, by calling Medicare on 132 011, or directly with us. Just bring your child’s Medicare details to your appointment, and our reception team can check for you. 

For full and current details, visit Services Australia.

Fissure sealants: What parents need to know

Fissure sealants are one of the most effective preventive treatments available for children. A thin plastic coating is applied to the chewing surfaces of the molars, filling in the natural pits and grooves where bacteria accumulate and decay most commonly starts.

We typically recommend sealants when the first permanent molars erupt at around age 6, and again when the second permanent molars erupt at around age 12. The procedure is quick, painless, and requires no anaesthetic.

Happy gas for anxious children

Nitrous oxide (happy gas) is a safe, mild sedative that helps anxious children relax during dental treatment. It is administered through a small nose mask, takes effect within a few minutes, and wears off quickly after the mask is removed. Your child will be fully alert before leaving the practice.

Happy gas is appropriate for children who are nervous but cooperative. For children requiring a higher level of sedation, or for very young children who cannot cooperate with treatment, we will discuss referral options.

Children’s dentistry near Bellevue Hill — suburbs we serve

We see children from families across Bellevue Hill, Woollahra, Double Bay, Rose Bay, Paddington, Bondi Junction, Bronte, Clovelly and the surrounding Eastern Suburbs.