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.
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.