At Stotfold Dental Clinic, our children’s dentists provide gentle paediatric dental care across our 3 clinics in Stotfold, Shefford and Melbourn, helping children feel comfortable while supporting healthy teeth from an early age.
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At Stotfold Dental Clinic, we welcome children and the whole family for routine check-ups, preventive care and gentle dental treatment in a warm, relaxed environment. We recommend children attend every 6 months to help monitor development, prevent dental problems early and build confidence at the dentist.
Our paediatric dental services include children’s check-ups, fluoride varnish, fissure sealants and treatment for tooth decay in children. We also support nervous young patients with a calm, reassuring approach across our clinics in Stotfold, Shefford and Melbourn, accessible to patients across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and nearby Hertfordshire areas.
Children are usually encouraged to visit the dentist when their first teeth appear, often from around six months old. Early appointments help children become familiar with the dental environment and allow parents to receive advice on caring for baby teeth at home.
Starting dental visits early can help children feel more comfortable attending regular check-ups as they grow, reducing the likelihood of dental anxiety later on. Most children are advised to attend check-ups every six to twelve months depending on their oral health needs.
At Stotfold Dental Clinic, children’s dental check-ups are tailored to your child’s age and needs. Appointments are designed to feel calm, friendly and comfortable.
During the appointment, we may:
We explain everything clearly and parents are welcome to stay throughout the appointment.
Many children feel nervous about visiting the dentist, especially during early appointments. Our team takes a gentle, patient approach to help children feel safe and relaxed.
We never rush treatment and always work at your child’s pace. For anxious children, early visits may simply involve getting used to the surgery and meeting the team before any treatment takes place.
If your child is nervous, let us know when booking so we can allow extra time and adapt the appointment to suit their needs.
At Stotfold Dental Clinic, we provide a full range of paediatric dental services for children from their very first visit through to early adulthood. All care is delivered in a child-friendly environment by an experienced team.
A gentle dental examination for children, including checks for teeth, gums, jaw development and oral hygiene advice.
A quick fluoride application to help strengthen teeth and reduce the risk of tooth decay in children.
A protective coating applied to back teeth to help prevent decay and protect deep grooves from plaque build-up.
Emergency dental care for children with toothache, swelling, broken teeth or dental injuries.
Professional teeth cleaning and oral hygiene support to help children maintain healthy teeth and gums.
Gentle treatment for tooth decay in children, including fillings and other restorative care where needed.
Your child’s first visit is designed to help them feel comfortable and relaxed. We introduce the surgery, chair and team at their own pace with no pressure.
Once your child feels at ease, we carry out a gentle dental examination, check the teeth and gums, apply fluoride varnish where appropriate and provide oral hygiene advice.
Regular children’s dental check-ups help us monitor tooth development, prevent decay and build confidence at every visit.
A warm, gentle and genuinely child-friendly environment focused on prevention, positive experiences and building healthy habits from an early age.
Gentle dental care tailored to children of all ages.
We focus on preventing dental problems before they develop.
We help nervous children feel calm and comfortable at visits.
Family dental care available across our 3 local clinics.
Honest feedback from patients across Stotfold, Shefford and Melbourn.
Our friendly dental team brings extensive experience and a genuine passion for patient care. We focus on making every visit comfortable, informative and tailored to your individual needs.
All our dentists are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) and adhere to the standards governing the profession as set out in the GDC’s Standards for the Dental Team.
For concerns about a dental professional’s fitness to practise, contact the General Dental Council at www.gdc-uk.org.
We welcome children and families at all three of our clinics across Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. Whether you are looking for a child dentist in Stotfold, Shefford or Melbourn, our team is close by and ready to help.
Clear, honest answers to help you feel confident about your visit.
A new patient child examination (under 18) starts from £30. For existing patient children, check-ups start from £20. Emergency appointments for existing child patients start from £30, and for new child patients from £40. Please see our full fees guide for all charges, or contact the clinic to discuss your child’s needs.
We offer both private and NHS dental care at our clinics. Availability of NHS treatment may vary by clinic and patient status. Please contact the clinic directly to discuss the options available for your child.
Dental anxiety in children is something we deal with every day and approach with patience and understanding. We never rush or push a child into anything they are not comfortable with. Appointments can be structured to start with just a look around the surgery or a sit in the chair, without any clinical work taking place at all. Over time, the vast majority of nervous children become comfortable, confident and even enthusiastic dental patients. Please mention your child’s anxiety when booking so we can allocate the right amount of time.
Fissure sealants are a thin, protective coating applied to the deep grooves on the biting surfaces of back teeth, where food and bacteria tend to accumulate and cause decay. They are one of the most effective preventive paediatric dental treatments available and are particularly recommended for children’s permanent molars shortly after they erupt, typically between six and seven years of age and again between eleven and thirteen. Your child’s dentist will advise whether sealants are appropriate at their check-up.
The interval between check-ups varies depending on your child’s age, the state of their teeth and their individual risk of developing tooth decay. Most children benefit from a check-up every six to twelve months. Your child’s dentist will recommend the most appropriate recall interval at the end of each appointment, based on their individual needs.
Absolutely. Parents and carers are always welcome to stay with their child throughout their dental appointment. For many children, especially younger patients, having a familiar face nearby helps them feel more comfortable and relaxed. Older children who prefer more independence can also be accommodated.
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