Pediatric Dentistry
Healthy teeth and positive experiences from the first visit
First steps in the office
A child's first dental visit
It's best when the first visit takes place before pain or the need for treatment appears. The first appointment can be an adaptation visit - the child gets to know the office and the doctor, while the parent receives information on the condition of the teeth, hygiene, diet and further prevention. During the visit we also assess tooth development and eruption, as well as the risk of cavities. For the youngest children, it's worth scheduling the first check-up as soon as the first teeth appear.
Adaptation visit
Not every child is immediately ready for a full examination or treatment - and that's completely natural. An adaptation visit allows the child to get used to the new place and gradually build trust in the doctor. We show the child the chair, the instruments and the individual steps of the examination in a way that's suited to their age. Thanks to this, actual treatment, if needed, can begin in a much calmer atmosphere.
Prevention comes first
The best treatment for a child's teeth is the one that was never needed. That's why prevention plays such a large role in caring for our youngest patients. During visits we check that hygiene is correct, help choose the right toothbrush and toothpaste, discuss dietary habits with parents, and assess each child's individual risk of cavities.
Hygiene and toothbrush fit
Dietary habits
Fluoride treatment
Fissure sealing
Treating baby teeth
Protecting new permanent teeth
Erupting permanent teeth need special attention. Their deep grooves can be hard to clean thoroughly, so for some children it's worth protecting them with fissure sealants. Regular check-ups also help detect the first signs of decay at a stage where treatment can be far less extensive.
We care about more than a single tooth
A child's dental visit is also an opportunity to observe the development of the whole chewing system. We pay attention to tooth eruption, space for permanent teeth, and bite development. If we notice a need for further diagnostics, we can refer the child for an orthodontic consultation or dental physiotherapy, both available at Iwanek Clinic - so your child's care can be managed comprehensively in one place.
How to prepare your child for the visit?
Simply tell your child they're going to meet a dentist who will check their teeth.
Avoid detailed descriptions of procedures and words like pain, injection or drilling - even in sentences like "it won't hurt".
Plan the first visit before a sudden problem appears, so your child can get to know the office without the pressure of pain or urgent treatment.
What if my child doesn't want to cooperate?
Not every child is ready for treatment during their first visit. Fear, previous unpleasant experiences, age, or simply a bad day can mean a procedure isn't possible. In that situation, we don't try to finish treatment at all costs - we first assess how urgent the problem is, what the child is able to cope with, and what approaches are available.
Sometimes the best solution is another adaptation visit and gradually building cooperation. In other cases, additional behaviour-guidance techniques may be needed, or referral for treatment under sedation or general anaesthesia. What matters most to us is the child's safety and an approach to treatment that doesn't create another negative experience.
A healthy smile from the earliest years
Regular prevention and positive experiences from the first visits are the best foundation for oral health in the years to come. We want children visiting Iwanek Clinic to see taking care of their teeth as something natural, and a visit to the dentist as just another part of looking after their health. Book your child's first visit at Iwanek Clinic in Gdańsk.
Frequently asked questions from our patients
Pediatric Dentistry Price List
| Child's first visit - adaptation, examination and preventive recommendations | 300 zł |
| Child's check-up visit | 200 zł |
| Child's emergency pain visit | od 300 zł |
| Adaptation-therapeutic visit / treatment attempt (the fee also applies when the planned treatment cannot be performed due to the child not being ready) | 250 zł |
| Children's hygiene visit with oral hygiene instruction | 300 zł |
| Fluoride treatment | 200 zł |
| Fissure sealing - 1 tooth | 250 zł |
| Filling in a baby tooth | od 350 zł |
| Therapeutic dressing / temporary protection of a baby tooth | 250 zł |
| Pulp treatment of a baby tooth | od 450 zł |
| Root canal treatment of a baby tooth | od 550 zł |
| Extraction of a baby tooth | od 350 zł |