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Smile Passport

Every treatment is a new stamp in your child's passport. Tap one of the stamps below to read what it is, how it's done and how we explain it to your child.

A smile guide, age by age

What to watch for at each age

Every child is different; the ages below are a general roadmap.

  1. 0–1

    First tooth, first visit

    The first baby tooth usually appears around 6 months. We'd like to see your child by age 1 at the latest.

  2. 1–3

    Habits

    Brush twice a day with a rice-grain smear of toothpaste. Watch out for night-time bottles and long-term pacifier use.

  3. 3–6

    All baby teeth in

    All 20 baby teeth are in. A pea-sized amount of toothpaste and a check-up every 6 months.

  4. 6–12

    Mixed teeth

    The first permanent molars come in and baby teeth fall out one by one. These teeth are at their most vulnerable to decay.

  5. 12+

    The permanent smile

    Most permanent teeth are in place. Flossing, gum care and regular check-ups become more important.

Is your child very afraid of the dentist?

We meet first and build trust without rushing. If needed, we complete all treatment in a single session under sedation or general anesthesia, with an anesthesiologist.

Read about sedation →

FAQ

Questions from parents

If anything else is on your mind, just message us on WhatsApp.

Ask a question

Of course. Most children draw strength from having their parent nearby. In some cases we may try a different approach together to help your child focus; we'll decide that with you.

Talk about the visit in a positive, calm way. Instead of phrases like "It won't hurt" or "Don't be scared", try "We'll count your teeth and you'll meet the giraffes." Leave the rest to us.

Have them rinse with lukewarm water and call us without delay. If there is facial swelling or fever, don't wait. Ask your child's doctor about pain relief, and never put medicines like aspirin on the sore tooth.

Hold the broken piece or the knocked-out permanent tooth by the crown, not the root, put it in milk or saline and come in right away. With permanent teeth, the first minutes matter a lot. A knocked-out baby tooth is not put back in.

Let's stamp the first page together

Not sure which treatment your child needs? Let's start with a get-to-know-you check-up.