Gentle and patient
We go at your child's pace, no pressure.
Family dentistry
Children's dentistry
A good early experience of the dentist sets your child up for a lifetime of easy visits, and that's exactly what we aim for. We keep things friendly, gentle and unhurried, building trust so your tamariki actually look forward to coming in rather than dreading it. Getting kids comfortable young is one of the best things you can do for their teeth.
Why Supertooth
Why families choose us
Prevention-first
Check-ups, cleans, fluoride and simple habits.
Whānau-friendly
Easy parking, and happy to see the whole family together.
When to start, and what we watch for
As a rule of thumb, bring your child in around their first birthday or when their first teeth come through. Early visits are mostly about getting them comfortable and catching anything early, not big treatment. As they grow, we keep an eye on how their teeth and jaw are developing, apply fluoride and sealants where they help, and gently coach good brushing and eating habits. A big part of children's dentistry is simply making the chair a friendly place, so a nervous wee one leaves smiling.
Prevention is the whole game
With kids especially, a little prevention saves a lot of treatment. Regular check-ups let us spot early decay while it's tiny, sealants protect the grooves of back teeth where cavities love to start, and fluoride strengthens young enamel. We'll also give you practical, no-fuss tips for home: brushing that actually works, and the sugar habits worth watching, so good teeth become second nature for them.
Your visit
What to expect
- 01
Get comfy
A friendly hello and a gentle look, at their pace.
- 02
Check & clean
A careful check, a clean, and fluoride if needed.
- 03
Good habits
Simple tips for brushing and diet, for you and them.
Common questions
Questions, answered
Around their first birthday, or when the first teeth come through.
So are lots of kids. We're patient and make it friendly, not scary.
We'll check eligibility for funded and adolescent care with you.
Usually every six months, so we can keep things on track early.
Ready for a super smile?
Whether it's been six months or six years, you're welcome here. New patients, whānau and emergencies, always.