Orthodontics & aligners
Smile makeovers for children in Kharghar, kept natural
A child who hides their smile is telling us something. A smile makeover for a young patient is gentle and conservative: repairing a chipped tooth, treating stains or gaps, or tidying how teeth look, while their mouths are still growing. We always start with what suits your child, not what looks best on a poster.
Natural-looking and conservative, planned around a growing mouth.
- Always
- Parents stay in the room, from hello to goodbye
When a makeover may help
Many children are happy with their teeth. A consult may be worth it when:
A front tooth is chipped or worn after a fall or from grinding.
Teeth are stained or marked, including white or brown patches on the enamel.
There are gaps or uneven edges that bother your child.
A baby tooth is badly discoloured after an injury or treatment.
Your child hides their smile in photos or when they laugh.
How we plan a makeover
Listen first
We ask your child what they would like to change, and what bothers them, not only what we can see.
Look and advise
Dr. Nupur examines the teeth and bite, and explains which options suit a mouth that is still growing.
Gentle treatment
Whatever we choose is done with as little removal of tooth as possible, in steps your child is comfortable with.
Look after it
We show you how to keep the result looking good, and when to come back for a check.
In detail
Smile makeovers for children, explained
What a makeover can involve
The right treatment depends on the problem. A chipped tooth may be rebuilt with tooth-coloured material. A stained or marked tooth may be treated to improve its look. A decayed front tooth may be restored or crowned in a tooth-coloured crown.
If the issue is the position of the teeth, orthodontic treatment may be the better answer, and we will say so.
Why we keep it conservative
Children’s teeth and gums are still changing. We avoid anything that cannot adapt as the mouth grows, and we would rather do less well than more too soon.
Some treatments that suit adults, such as whitening or veneers, are not generally right for young children, and we will explain why when you ask.
Looking after a new smile
- Brush twice a day and floss as you normally would.
- Avoid biting hard objects, pen caps and nails.
- Wear a mouthguard for sport if the teeth were repaired.
- Come for regular checks, so any wear can be caught early.
Questions, answered
If yours is not here, call the clinic and ask. Nothing about a child’s teeth or comfort is too small to check.
Call +91 96190 00971Is cosmetic dentistry safe for children?
Conservative treatments are. We choose approaches that protect the tooth and allow for growth, and we are open about what we would and would not recommend at their age.
Can my child have their teeth whitened?
Whitening is not generally advised for young children. If marks or stains are bothering your child, come and see us and we will look at what is causing them first.
Will a repaired tooth look natural?
That is the aim. Tooth-coloured materials are chosen to blend with the surrounding teeth.
What if the problem is how the teeth line up?
Then braces or aligners are likely to be the answer, and we can explain the options and the right timing.
Is this just for older children?
Not only. A repair after an accident can matter at any age. We will always consider what is right for your child’s age and stage.