Tiny Teeth: Top 5 Kids Dentists in Adelaide

Big Mouth and the Shiny Brights’ head dentist, Dr Marko Milosevic, has published papers featured by the Australian and New Zealand Society of Paediatric Dentistry, especially for child patient management and behavioral guidance.

The clinic has been around since the 1970s and was one of the first kids’ dentists in Adelaide. They provide comprehensive dental services, including care for children with special needs, which makes them compatible for many.

Parents can learn about their child’s dental health through discussions with Dr Milosevic, the clinic’s informative website, and various infographics seen in the clinic.

Speaking of their clinic, theirs is highly accessible because it’s inside the CBD. It’s designed colorfully too to keep children entertained while waiting. 

That said, a downside of their service is that their rates are pricey. Also, their appointment slots are limited.

The Little Happy Tooth Co offers convenient access to the Child Dental Benefits scheme, providing affordable dental care for children. With benefits of up to $1,026 for preventive and restorative dentistry, parents save more.

The clinic has a large team of 7 dentists and 8 dental staff (technicians and oral health therapists), making them able to take on many appointments weekly.

They prioritize preventive dentistry by teaching children good oral hygiene habits. They also emphasize building rapport with them to reduce stress during return visits.

The clinic has an easy-to-visit clinic just outside the CBD. It’s designed with colorful cartoons and has a homey vibe to it too.

That said, they received some complaints for handling client complaints because of slow responses. Also, they sometimes take a couple of days to respond to emails.

Morphett Vale Dental Care’s most notable feature is their deluxe and spacious interior that makes visits here comfortable.

The clinic has been around for 20 years, serving many regulars from Morphett Vale and nearby areas with families trusting them for all their dental needs. Its services are comprehensive and compatible with all age groups. 

The dentists focus on involving patients in every step from consultation to treatment, ensuring parents are well-informed about their child’s dental health. They also collaborate closely with parents to plan the budget and specific procedures needed.

Dr. Erika, their principal dentist, has a calming and professional demeanor that makes children feel at ease and makes dental sessions run smoothly. 

A downside of the clinic, however, is its pricey rates. Another is that the dentists sometimes cancel appointments abruptly.

Paediatric Dental Care’s edge is their well-designed clinic that uses an aesthetically pleasing minimalist cartoon theme. It’s less than 10 minutes from the CBD, which makes it accessible.

Dr. Hannah Poley leads the clinic’s team of seven fully certified dentists, each of whom has more than 5 years of experience.

They gently guide the child patients through each dental procedure, ensuring their comfort with calm communication and simple games. They’ve also handled children with special needs and different cultural backgrounds before. 

In addition, they have the expertise of Dr. Alice Howarth who specializes in treating pediatric cases of oral mucositis or constant inflammation of the mouth.

However, the waiting time in the clinic is a bit long (around 90 minutes). Also, their appointment slots are a bit limited.

The Paediatric Dentist is headed by Dr. Sue Springbett who has more than 25 years of experience in pediatric dentistry.

She specializes in topical fluoride therapy (for strengthening teeth), sealant placements and cavity fillings (to prevent decay and further damage), and dental pulp therapy (for restoring rotting teeth).

She is adept at handling children of different temperaments even in the first session. She makes sure to keep the session engaging by allowing children to play with non-intrusive toys. 

The clinic is also designed with subtle pastel colors and artwork to keep the service comfortable and relaxing.

In terms of limitations of the clinic, one is that they only have one pediatric dentist onboard. This makes their appointment slots limited.