Children`s Dentist Near Me
OptiSmile`s warm and caring dentists are uniquely suited to attend to your child`s individual needs. We ensure that parents have the confidence that their kids are looked after and most importantly that they have a pleasant dental experience.
Cape Town`s Children`s Dentist Near Me
Many of the challenges of pediatric dentistry and orthodontics relate not to technical skill, but simply in making children feel comfortable and less anxious — something the caring pediatric dentists and staff at our practice excel at.
Paediatric dentistry is the part of dentistry that is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teen years into adulthood.
In children, preventive dentistry is very important – so visiting the dentist at a young age is a very important aspect of teaching. We recommend bringing children to see the dentist for their first visit after your child’s first birthday or once all their baby teeth have erupted. During the visit, your child will gently be introduced to the dentists and their supporting staff. Your little one will be exposed to the dental experience, the chair, the equipment, the smells, the sounds and the friendly faces that will be greeting him or her each time.
Oral health
As dentists we are compassionate about oral health, so during your child’s first visits, we will be focused on teaching the importance of proper oral health and teaching good brushing and flossing techniques for strong, healthy teeth.
Dental cleaning
Depending on your child’s age, a gentle clean or polish can be done to introduce the typical dental check-up that he or she can expect in the future.
Why Choose A Pediatric Dentist
Paediatric dentistry is an age-defined speciality that provides both primary and comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special needs.
Paediatric Dentistry encompasses a variety of disciplines, techniques, procedures and skills that share a common basis with other specialities, but are modified and adapted to the special needs of infants, children, adolescents and those with special health care needs.
While the initial visits to the dentist should not require treatment, future visits may involve fillings and fissure sealants. In cases where a lot of restorative work is needed and your child isn’t able to sit still for long periods of time, we might recommend that the work should be done under sedation or general anaesthetic.
While we will be teaching proper oral health, to ensure proper brushing, parents should supervise teeth brushing until the age of 7 (sometimes even up to the age of 9) when your little one can do it him/herself.
Parents are also encouraged to keep an eye out for improper alignment, overbite, underbite and malocclusions that may require early orthodontic intervention.
Nonetheless, regular visits to the dentist can prevent a variety of future dental issues.
With over 181 five star reviews on Google and Facebook, I personally guarantee that my OptiSmile team will make your experience something to rave about as well.
I returned to South Africa after 32 years abroad in London, San Diego and Perth to build this state-of-the-art dentistry facility spread out over 500 square meters.
We are the premier multi-speciality practice of this kind in Cape Town. We offer Genuine Invisalign Orthodontics (clear braces), WOW! Cosmetic teeth whitening, periodontics (bleeding gums and recession), prosthodontics (implants, dentures and bridges), endodontics (root canals), oral surgery (wisdom teeth and extractions) and veneers, bonding and much more. We use microscopes, 3D scanners, digital 3D printing, low radiation CBCT 3D X-ray scans and DSD digital smile design.
I feel our practice is unique, and our reviews will help you make up your mind. Call, email or WhatsApp today for an appointment.
What Else Can OptiSmile Offer my Smile?
Teeth Straightening
OptiSmile is proud to be Cape Town`s 1st platinum level Genuine Invisalign provider. Dr. Harris Smeyatsky is one of the most skilled Orthodontists in the world with Invisalign being his number 1 method for straightening teeth predictably and accurately.
Tooth Implants
Dental implants are metal posts that are surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath your gums, in order to provide bone-like support for the replacement teeth that will be placed onto it. We use the highest quality dental implants.
Composite Bonding
Composite bonding is a cosmetic technique in which composite resin is shaped and moulded on your teeth to give the appearance of a straighter, whiter smile. It can be used as a cosmetic solution to chipped teeth and gapped teeth.
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are thin shells of porcelain or composite resin that are custom made to fit over teeth, providing a natural, attractive look. They can be used to fix chipped, stained, misaligned, worn down, uneven or abnormally spaced teeth.
Gum Contouring
Gum contouring shapes your gums to fit your teeth structure. This results in a less gummy smile. If your gums seem too big for your smile, or they protrude awkwardly, a gum contour may be a part of your smile makeover.
Teeth Whitening
Tooth whitening or tooth bleaching is the process of lightening the color of human teeth. Whitening is often desirable when teeth become yellowed over time for a number of reasons, and can be achieved by changing the intrinsic or extrinsic color of the tooth enamel.
Find Us in Sea Point
Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics recommend that a child’s first dental visit be scheduled by his or her first birthday.
Our pediatric dentists are experienced in dealing with children with anxiety and can explain treatment procedures in a positive and pleasant manner to avoid any negative feelings toward dentistry. Our doctors and staff will explain everything in detail and will answer any questions. Children should be encouraged to discuss any fears or anxiety they feel. Parents should not make a big deal out of the visit and refrain from using any words that could cause unnecessary fear, such as “needle” or “drill.”
We will record your child’s dental and medical history, complete a comprehensive examination and discuss any findings with you. We will also review the importance of maintaining a good dental health program with you and your child to ensure a healthy and beautiful smile for life!
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