Dental care designed for children
Pediatric dentistry (pedodontics) is the branch of dentistry focused on the oral health of infants, children and adolescents. Children's teeth and jaws are developing — their dental needs are different from adults, and their emotional experience of dental care shapes their attitude to oral health for life.
Dr. Balaji Gupta V is an MDS-qualified pedodontist with 17 years of experience. His approach is built on patience, trust and a calm clinical environment. We take the time to let children become comfortable before any treatment begins — there are no surprises and no rushing.
Treatments for children
Dental check-ups & cleaning
Regular 6-monthly examinations, professional cleaning and fluoride application — the foundation of healthy teeth through childhood.
Cavity treatment
Gentle decay removal and filling of primary (milk) teeth — preserving them until natural loss to protect jaw development and spacing.
Pulpotomy (baby root canal)
Removal of infected pulp tissue in a baby tooth to eliminate pain and preserve the tooth — appropriate when extraction would harm spacing.
Pit & fissure sealants
Protective coating applied to the deep grooves of back teeth — preventing cavities from forming in the most decay-prone surfaces.
Space maintainers
Custom appliances fitted after premature loss of a baby tooth — holding space for the permanent tooth and preventing crowding.
Orthodontic assessment
Early assessment of jaw growth and tooth alignment — identifying issues that are easier to correct when caught during growth phases.
Our approach to anxious children
Introduction visit
First appointment is about getting comfortable — no drills, no treatment. The child explores the chair, meets the team and sees the equipment.
Tell — Show — Do
We explain what we're going to do, show the child first (on a model or their finger), then perform — gradually building confidence and trust.
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
For mildly anxious children, nitrous oxide relaxation reduces anxiety and discomfort while keeping the child conscious and co-operative.
Conscious sedation
For highly anxious children, those with special needs, or complex procedures, oral or IV conscious sedation allows safe, comfortable treatment.
Positive reinforcement
Every visit ends on a positive note. Building a child's confidence in dental care is as important to us as completing the treatment.
Pediatric dental care under general anaesthesia
For children who are extremely uncooperative, have severe dental anxiety, or require extensive treatment that cannot be safely completed in the clinic setting, we provide pediatric dental care under general anaesthesia at a dedicated children's hospital.
This allows us to complete all necessary dental work in a single, safe session — with full anaesthetic support — while the child is completely comfortable and unaware of the procedure. It eliminates the stress of repeated visits and is the most humane option for children who cannot tolerate conventional dental treatment.
- Suitable for highly anxious or uncooperative children
- Children with special needs requiring full sedation
- Extensive treatment completed in one planned session
- Performed at a children's hospital with specialist anaesthetic team
- Full pre-operative assessment and post-operative care
Pediatric dental procedure under general anaesthesia · Children's Hospital, Hyderabad
When should my child first visit the dentist?
- First visit: ideally by age 1, or when the first tooth erupts — whichever comes first
- Every 6 months thereafter for routine check-ups and cleaning
- Immediately if your child has tooth pain, visible decay or swelling
- If a baby tooth is knocked out or damaged following trauma
- When you notice crowding, extra teeth or prolonged retention of baby teeth
- Before starting school — a complete oral health baseline for future comparison
Why choose Balaji's Best Dental?
MDS specialist pedodontist
Dr. Balaji Gupta V holds an MDS in Pedodontics. Children are treated by a specialist, not a general dentist managing pediatric cases as a secondary interest.
Sedation capability on-site
Conscious sedation for anxious or special-needs children — all done at our clinic without hospital referral. Dr. Balaji is also a certified sedationist.
Consultant pediatric specialist
Dr. Shelia Patil Konda, our consultant pedodontist, provides additional specialist oversight for complex cases.
Family-centred approach
Parents are involved throughout. We explain every step clearly and ensure you understand the treatment plan and what to expect at home after each visit.