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Pediatric Dentistry in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi
Pediatric dentistry is dental care for babies, children and teenagers, and most of it is about stopping problems before they start. At Orion Dental Clinic, a dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), South Delhi, this page explains when a child should first see a dentist, how to brush, what fluoride varnish and fissure sealants do, what the research says, and how sedation is treated for children, in plain language.
Care is planned by Dr Anupam Sinha (BDS, MDS) and Dr Natalia DeSilva (BDS, MDS). If your child has a toothache or swelling now, call us. Ask as many questions as you need.
- When the NHS advises taking a child to the dentist: when the first milk teeth appear, or before the first birthday 1
- By age 1
- Parents brush twice a day with a smear of children's fluoride toothpaste 1
- Under three
- A pea-sized amount of children's fluoride toothpaste, with a parent supervising 1
- Three to six
- Fluoride toothpaste with 1,350 to 1,500 ppm 1
- Seven and over
These statements come from NHS patient information, Cochrane reviews and Scottish sedation guidance, listed at the end of the page. Your dentist will explain what applies to your own child.
Medically reviewed by Dr Anupam Sinha, BDS, MDS - Orthodontics, .
Quick answer
Pediatric dentistry at Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi covers first visits, check-ups and prevention for children. Dr Anupam Sinha and Dr Natalia DeSilva see children from their first milk teeth. The NHS advises a first visit by the age of one, and Cochrane reviews support fluoride toothpaste, varnish and sealants.
01 Overview
What is pediatric dentistry, and how does it work in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
Pediatric dentistry looks after the teeth and mouths of children from the first milk teeth through the teenage years. Its main aims are to find problems early, prevent decay and help children feel at ease with the dentist. The NHS advises taking a child to the dentist when the first milk teeth appear, or before the age of one, so that they get used to it, and then to attend regular check-ups as the dentist advises.1
Prevention rests on a few habits. Brushing starts when the first milk tooth appears, usually around six months, and parents brush for children under three. Brush twice a day for about two minutes, use fluoride toothpaste, and spit without rinsing.1 The dentist can also paint fluoride varnish on the teeth and seal the grooves of the back teeth.1
Some children also need orthodontic assessment, sedation for anxiety, or treatment of decay. Our page on braces for kids explains early orthodontic care, and our page on sedation dentistry explains the options. Please ask which the clinic can provide for your child.
Start early, brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, and let the dentist add varnish and sealants where they are needed.
02 Candidacy
When should a child see a dentist in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
Children should be seen before they have a problem, and sooner if they do. These are the usual points.
Reasons to book a visit
- The first milk teeth have come through, or the child is nearly one year old.1
- A regular check-up, at the interval the dentist advises.1
- The back adult teeth are coming through, around 6 or 7, when sealants can be applied.1
- A toothache, swelling, a knocked or broken tooth, or a child who is afraid of the dentist.
When something else may be needed
- Swelling that spreads across the face or neck, or trouble breathing or swallowing, which needs a hospital emergency department.
- Crooked teeth or a bite concern, which may need an orthodontic assessment.
- A child who is very anxious, for whom non-drug methods or sedation may be discussed.5
- Aspirin for pain in a child under 16, which should not be given.
The earlier a child is seen, the more of the care can be prevention.
03 Options
Which pediatric dentistry options are there in Greater Kailash 1?
Reviews of prevention in children look at toothpaste, fluoride varnish and fissure sealants.
Fluoride toothpaste for children
A Cochrane review of 96 studies supports fluoride toothpaste for preventing decay compared with non-fluoride toothpaste. In young children, 1,500 ppm reduced decay in milk teeth in one study, and the choice of strength should be balanced against the risk of fluorosis.4 The NHS advises a smear of toothpaste under three and a pea-sized amount from three to six.1
96 studies 4
Fluoride toothpaste, varnish and sealants all add most when they are combined with regular check-ups.
| Fluoride toothpaste | Fluoride varnish | Fissure sealants | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Brushing twice a day 1 | Painted on teeth, usually every 6 months 1 | Plastic coating on back teeth 1 |
| What the research found | Supported over non-fluoride toothpaste, 96 studies 4 | 43% prevented fraction on adult tooth surfaces 2 | Resin sealants reduced decay at 24 months 3 |
| Main limit | Strength balanced against fluorosis risk 4 | Mainly high-risk-of-bias studies 2 | Lasts up to 4 years; glass ionomer evidence insufficient 13 |
Brushing with the right toothpaste does the most, and varnish and sealants add protection where the dentist advises.
04 Procedure
What happens at a child's first dental visit, step by step?
Every child is different, so the steps may differ. This is the usual order.
A first visit is for getting to know the dentist, and nothing is done to the teeth that the child is not ready for.
Settling in at the first dental visit
The child comes in with a parent, and the dentist and team take time to talk, show the chair and explain what will happen. The NHS advises staying positive about visits.1
Talking about teeth and habits
You are asked about brushing, toothpaste, food and drink, feeding, dummies and sucking habits, and any worries about the teeth.
A gentle look at the teeth
The dentist counts the teeth, looks at the gums and bite, and checks for decay. X-rays are taken only if needed.
Showing how to brush
You are shown how to brush for your child's age, guiding their hand and using a small soft brush with small circular movements.1
Fluoride varnish if needed
Varnish may be painted on the teeth, and from the age of three the NHS says children should be offered it at least twice a year.1
Sealants when back teeth arrive
When the adult back teeth come through, around 6 or 7, sealants can be applied, and again between 11 and 14.1
Planning the next visit
You leave with a plan for check-ups and, if needed, treatment, and a number to call about anything between visits.
05 Aftercare
Looking after your child's teeth at home in Greater Kailash 1
Your dentist will give you advice for your child, and that comes first. These are the basics from the NHS.1
Under three
Parents brush twice a day with a smear of children's fluoride toothpaste of at least 1,000 ppm. Do not let the child eat or lick toothpaste from the tube.1
Three to six
Use a pea-sized amount of children's fluoride toothpaste of 1,000 to 1,500 ppm, and supervise as they brush.1
Seven and over
Use fluoride toothpaste with 1,350 to 1,500 ppm. Keep an eye on their brushing, because they can usually brush alone by this age.1
Every age
Brush for about two minutes twice a day, including last thing at night, and spit out after brushing without rinsing, because rinsing reduces the fluoride's effect.1
When to call us
Call the clinic on 098115 01995 if your child has a toothache, a swollen cheek, a knocked or broken tooth, or a fever with tooth pain. A knocked-out adult tooth needs a dentist as soon as possible, and a knocked-out baby tooth should never be put back in. If your child has swelling that spreads, or trouble breathing or swallowing, go to a hospital emergency department.
Twice-a-day brushing with the right amount of fluoride toothpaste is the habit to build.
06 Limits and risks
When is prevention not enough for a child?
Brushing, varnish and sealants lower the chance of decay but do not remove it. These are situations where more may be needed:
- A tooth that already has decay or an infection.
- A child who will not cooperate with treatment, who may need sedation.
- A bite or crowding problem that brushing cannot affect.
- Toothpaste strength that has to be chosen with the risk of fluorosis in mind.
- A knocked-out or broken tooth, which needs prompt care.
In these cases treatment, an orthodontic assessment, sedation or urgent care may be needed.
Risks and complications
The evidence has limits. The fluoride varnish review was moderate-quality, with mainly high-risk-of-bias studies and considerable heterogeneity.2 The sealant review judged the evidence for glass ionomer sealants insufficient and noted limited information on adverse effects.3
Toothpaste strength has a trade-off. The Cochrane review says the choice of toothpaste concentration for young children should be balanced against the risk of fluorosis, and that evidence on different strengths is limited.4
Sealants do not last for ever. The NHS says they last up to four years, so they are checked and applied again.1
Sedation for children is restricted. The Scottish guidance says nitrous oxide with oxygen is the only standard sedation technique for children under 12, other techniques are advanced, and children under 16 need an escort after nitrous oxide.5
A good plan names these limits and treats prevention as something repeated over the years.
07 Your visit
What happens at your child's first appointment?
A first visit is short and gentle. A dentist at Orion Dental Clinic meets your child with you in the room, and asks about brushing, toothpaste, food and drink, dummies and sucking habits, and any worries about the teeth. Please tell us about any medicines or medical conditions.
The dentist counts and checks the teeth, looks at the gums and bite, and shows your child how to brush. You hear what prevention your child needs, such as fluoride varnish or sealants, and when to come back.
The first visit is mainly about getting used to the clinic and learning to brush well.
08 Why this clinic
Why choose Orion Dental Clinic for pediatric dentistry in Greater Kailash 1?
You meet the doctors who look after your child, and you can ask them how they would approach a nervous child.
Dr Natalia DeSilva
BDS, MDS - Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A 11417 (2013), and Karnataka State Dental Council A-13203 (2003).
Doctors you can ask
Dr Anupam Sinha and Dr Natalia DeSilva see children, and many parents mention Dr Natalia DeSilva in reviews about their children's visits.
Families return
Reviews describe children and parents who have come to the clinic for years, from check-ups to braces.
Braces and check-ups together
Orthodontic treatment for children can be planned at the same clinic as their check-ups.
Ask how the dentist helps a nervous child settle, and what happens if your child will not cooperate.
09 Reviews
Patient reviews of Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1
“My kid is not afraid of Dentists any more- thanks to Doctor Natalia. We had a very smooth experience- She was extremely patient with my daughter.”
“Very clean and hygienic setup, very patient with small kids. Good experience overall!”
“Dr. Natalya is an amazing doctor. Very gentle with kids. I'm very satisfied with their services.”
10 Visit us
Children's dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), Delhi: location and hours
Mon to Sat, 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
Orion Dental Clinic Basement, E 75, Greater Kailash-1,Greater Kailash Enclave I
New Delhi, Delhi 110048
098115 01995
| Monday to Saturday | 9:30 am to 8:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
If you are looking for a children's dentist in Greater Kailash or nearby, Orion Dental Clinic is in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1 (GK 1), opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1, so call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment and use the map for directions. More about the clinic: dentist in Greater Kailash.
11 Travelling patients
Visiting Delhi with your child?
If your child has a toothache or a broken tooth while you are visiting Delhi, call us and we will say when we can see them. A check-up, fluoride varnish and sealants can be done in one or two visits, and you can take home written advice and X-rays for your own dentist.
You can read about how dental tourism in Delhi works.
Tell us your child's age and what is worrying you, and we will say what can be done during your stay.
12 Questions
Pediatric dentistry questions parents ask in Greater Kailash 1
When should my child first see a dentist?
When the first milk teeth appear, or before the age of one, so that they get used to the dentist.1
When should I start brushing my baby's teeth?
When the first milk tooth appears, usually around six months. Parents should brush for children under three, twice a day for about two minutes.1
How much toothpaste should I use?
A smear under three, a pea-sized amount from three to six, and from seven use fluoride toothpaste with 1,350 to 1,500 ppm. Always spit without rinsing.1
Is fluoride toothpaste worth it?
A Cochrane review of 96 studies supports fluoride toothpaste for preventing decay, and says the strength for young children should be balanced against the risk of fluorosis.4
What is fluoride varnish?
What are fissure sealants?
Thin plastic coatings on the chewing surfaces of back teeth, applied when the adult back teeth come through around 6 or 7, and again between 11 and 14. They last up to four years.1
Can my child have sedation?
Nitrous oxide with oxygen is the only standard sedation technique for children, and children under 16 need an escort afterwards.5 Ask the dentist what would suit your child, and which options the clinic can provide.
Which painkiller is suitable for a child?
Do not give aspirin to a child under 16. Ask a pharmacist or your dentist what to give and how much.1
Where can I find a children's dentist near me in South Delhi?
Orion Dental Clinic is a children's dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1, opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1. Patients come for children's dentistry in Greater Kailash from Kailash Colony, CR Park, Nehru Place, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony and South Extension. Call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment.
13 Second opinion
Time for your child's first dental visit, or a worry about their teeth?
A consultation lets you ask about your child's teeth, brushing and what prevention they need, before you commit to anything. Bring any earlier reports. The dentist will look at your child's teeth, explain what they find and describe the options, at a pace your child is comfortable with. There is no form to fill in: message us on WhatsApp or call, and we will find a time that suits you.
14 Related
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Braces for Kids
Read this for orthodontic care in children.
Sedation Dentistry
Read this for ways of helping an anxious child, and the rules for children.
Dental Fillings
Read this for how decay is repaired.
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Sources (5)
- NHS website. Children's teeth (patient information). Page review date 30 June 2025. www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/taking-care-of-childrens-teeth/
- Marinho VC, Worthington HV, Walsh T, Clarkson JE. Fluoride varnishes for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2013;7:CD002279. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23846772/
- Ahovuo-Saloranta A, Forss H, Walsh T, Nordblad A, Makela M, Worthington HV. Pit and fissure sealants for preventing dental decay. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2017;7:CD001830. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28759120/
- Walsh T, Worthington HV, Glenny AM, Marinho VC, Jeroncic A. Fluoride toothpastes of different concentrations for preventing dental caries. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2019;3:CD007868. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30829399/
- Scottish Dental Clinical Effectiveness Programme. Conscious sedation in dentistry: dental clinical guidance, third edition. SDCEP, June 2017. Scottish guidance. www.sdcep.org.uk/media/iegenn4c/sdcep-conscious-sedation-guidance.pdf
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.