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Children's & Teen Dentistry — Est. 2002

BRIGHT SMILES

Gentle dental care for kids & teens in Christchurch (555) 010-2030 214 Papanui Road, Merivale
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BS—02MERIVALE, CHCH EST. 2002KIDS / TEENS

About the practice

We've spent over two decades doing one thing well: making the dentist feel normal — even fun — for children and teenagers. No rushed appointments, no scary jargon. Just patient, friendly care in a practice built around young smiles.

Services — index 001–006

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Check-ups & cleans

Gentle six-monthly examinations, scale and polish, fluoride treatment and a growth check for young teeth.

FROM $XX · SAMPLE
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Teen braces

Orthodontic assessments, metal and ceramic braces, and clear-aligner options for teenagers.

FREE ASSESSMENT
003

Fissure sealants

Protective coatings on new molars — one of the simplest ways to keep young teeth cavity-free.

FROM $XX · SAMPLE
004

Tooth-coloured fillings

Composite fillings matched to the tooth shade, placed with a calm, step-by-step approach kids trust.

FROM $XX · SAMPLE
005

Sports mouthguards

Custom-fitted guards for rugby, hockey, basketball and everything in between.

FROM $XX · SAMPLE
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Emergency care

Knocked-out tooth, sudden pain, broken bracket — we keep same-day slots for dental emergencies.

SAME-DAY SLOTS

Three ways in

First visits / ages 2–6

Short, friendly first appointments that let little ones get used to the chair, the lights and the mirror — at their own pace. Parents stay right beside them.

Growing smiles / ages 7–12

The cavity-prone years. We watch the new molars, seal them early, and catch crowding before it becomes a bigger job.

Teen years / ages 13–18

Straightening, whitening before the ball, wisdom-tooth checks — teen dentistry that treats them like young adults.

2002
Caring for kids since
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Young smiles looked after
XX
Team members
XX%
Kids who come back smiling

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How a visit works

STEP 01

Book in minutes

Call, or use the form below. Tell us your child's age and anything they're nervous about — we plan around it.

STEP 02

Easy first look

We show every tool before it goes near a tooth. Kids can hold the mirror and watch what's happening.

STEP 03

Gentle treatment

Work happens at your child's pace, with breaks whenever they want. Parents are welcome in the room.

STEP 04

Home plan

Simple brushing and diet tips written for kids (and busy parents), plus a recall reminder before the next visit.

Tooth emergency? Don't wait.

Knocked-out tooth, severe pain, swelling or a broken tooth — call us straight away. We hold same-day emergency slots every weekday for children and teens, and we'll talk you through first aid on the phone.

(555) 010-2030

Where we are

Serving Christchurch and surrounding areas from our Merivale practice at 214 Papanui Road — easy parking, pram-friendly, right on the bus route.

MerivalePapanuiStrowanBryndwrIlamFendaltonSt AlbansShirley

Parents ask us

Do you see children, or is this a general practice?+

Yes — children and teenagers are our whole focus. The practice has specialised in young patients since 2002, so everything from appointment length to the waiting room is set up for kids.

When should my child first see a dentist?+

Around their second birthday, or when the first teeth appear. Early visits are short and friendly — mostly about getting comfortable and spotting any concerns early.

Do you offer braces for teenagers?+

Yes. We do orthodontic assessments in-house and offer metal and ceramic braces as well as clear-aligner options for teens. The first assessment is free.

What does a check-up cost?+

Check-ups start from $XX (Sample). We'll always confirm the price before any treatment, and many children's treatments are subsidised — ask us what's covered.

My child knocked out a tooth — what now?+

Call us immediately on (555) 010-2030. Keep the tooth moist in milk (don't scrub it), and get to us within the hour — a knocked-out tooth can often be saved if we act fast.

Book a visit

Tell us who the appointment is for and what you need — we'll call back within one business day to confirm a time.

Demo form — sends via your email app. The full website would connect this to online booking.

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