Baby and First Visit Dental Care in Sandgate
A first dental visit should feel friendly, not scary. We take babies’ and toddlers’ visits slowly, at their pace.
We can see a baby at any age, especially if you have any concerns. If your child is brushing well and there are no concerns, they may not need to be seen until around age three.
Eligible children may be able to access bulk billed care through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, from birth.
New patients welcome.
When should my child first see a dentist?
We can see a baby at any age, especially if you have any concerns about their teeth, gums or mouth.
If your child is brushing well and there are no concerns, they may not need to be seen until around age three.
Sometimes it is a good idea to bring little ones along to a parent’s or sibling’s appointment from a younger age. It lets them get comfortable with our faces and the clinic before they have a visit of their own.
Reasons to book sooner
You have a concern
Any worry about your baby’s teeth, gums or mouth is a good reason to book.
Teeth that look different
Teeth that look discoloured, damaged or are coming through in an unusual way.
An injury
A knock to the mouth or teeth should be checked, even if it seems minor.
Pain or swelling
Pain, swelling or a sore in the mouth should be seen promptly. See our emergency dentist page.
Questions about development
If you are unsure whether your child’s mouth is developing as expected, ask us.
A family appointment
Bring your little one along when you or a sibling has an appointment.
Slow, gentle and at your child’s pace
We never rush a baby or toddler. Every visit goes at your child’s pace.
They may enjoy a ride in the chair, we may do a knee-to-knee exam, and we count their teeth.
Many families bring little ones along to a parent’s or sibling’s appointment first, so they get comfortable with our faces and the clinic.
What happens at a first visit
Settling in
We say hello, let your child look around and go at their pace.
A ride in the chair
Many little ones enjoy a ride in the chair, and it helps them get used to it.
A knee-to-knee exam
We may do a knee-to-knee exam, where your child stays close to you while we have a look.
Counting teeth
We count their teeth and have a gentle look at their mouth, then talk through anything you would like to ask.
Slow, and at your child’s pace
There is no rush. If your child is unsettled, we slow down. If they would like to come back another time, that is fine too.
Our whole team, from the front desk to our dentists, is gentle and caring. If your child is nervous, see our page for nervous patients.
Child Dental Benefits Schedule
Eligible children may be able to access bulk billed dental care through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) from birth, subject to eligibility and benefit limits. Eligibility is assessed by Services Australia.
Related care
Read more about our wider children’s dental care, fissure sealants, custom mouthguards and early orthodontic treatment.
First dental visits in Sandgate
Dental Seasons is located at 119A Brighton Road, Sandgate QLD 4017.
We welcome babies, toddlers and families from Sandgate and surrounding North Brisbane and bayside suburbs, including Brighton, Deagon, Shorncliffe, Bracken Ridge, Boondall, Taigum, Nudgee, Zillmere, Fitzgibbon, Banyo, Virginia, Redcliffe, Woody Point, Clontarf, Margate and Newport.
Call us on (07) 3269 2064 or book online, and tell us your child’s age and any concerns.
Baby and first visit questions
When should my baby first see a dentist?
We can see a baby at any age, especially if you have any concerns. If your child is brushing well and there are no concerns, they may not need to be seen until around age three.
What happens at a first visit?
We go slowly and at your child’s pace. They may enjoy a ride in the chair, we may do a knee-to-knee exam, and we count their teeth.
Can my baby come to my appointment?
Yes. Sometimes it is a good idea to bring younger children along to a parent’s or sibling’s appointment so they get comfortable with our faces and the clinic.
Is the Child Dental Benefits Schedule available for babies?
Yes, if your child is eligible. Eligible children may access bulk billed care through the CDBS from birth, subject to benefit limits. Eligibility is assessed by Services Australia. Learn more about bulk billed kids dental care through CDBS.
What is a knee-to-knee exam?
It is a way of looking at a young child’s mouth while they stay close to a parent. It helps little ones feel safe and secure while we have a gentle look.
Will my toddler sit in the chair?
Many little ones enjoy a ride in the chair. We go slowly and at your child’s pace, and we can adapt if they would rather stay close to you.
What if my child cries or is unsettled?
Some children are unsettled at first, which is normal. We slow down, take our time and go at your child’s pace.
Does my child need to be seen if I have no concerns?
If your child is brushing well and you have no concerns, they may not need to be seen until around age three. You are always welcome to bring them in earlier, including to a family appointment.
Can my child have a look around the clinic first?
Yes. You are more than welcome to pop in, say hello and let your child look around before you book.
How do I book?
Book online or call us on (07) 3269 2064. Please tell us your child’s age and any concerns when you book.
Book your child’s first visit
Book a gentle first visit at Dental Seasons, or bring your little one along to a family appointment first. Tell us your child’s age and any concerns when you book.
Meet the team your child will see
Our whole team, from the front desk to our dentists, is gentle and caring, and takes the time to get to know your family.
