Children's dentistry covers age-appropriate care for children and adolescents. A positive first visit to the dentist can take away the fear of the dentist for life and lay the foundation for lifelong oral health. To make the dental appointment a positive experience for children, our practice offers surroundings that convey a sense of security and meet children on their own level through playful elements. Our aim is for your child to experience their visit to us as anxiety-free and interesting.
Healthy milk teeth are essential for the correct development of the permanent teeth and the jaw structure. That is why our children's dentist in Vienna supports you with competence and care from the very first tooth.
Children's dentistry services
As experienced children's dentists, we offer a wide range of treatments specially tailored to young patients:
- Preventive care & check-ups for milk teeth
- Treatment of decay in milk teeth
- Prophylaxis & oral hygiene training
- Fissure sealing
- Treatment of dental injuries
- Anxiety-free treatment for children
Why the first visit to the children's dentist is so important
Many parents underestimate the importance of milk teeth, as they fall out anyway. But healthy milk teeth are much more than mere “temporary teeth”: they are essential for speech development and chewing, and they act as important space holders for the permanent teeth. If, for example, decay in a milk tooth is left untreated, it can cause pain, inflammation or misalignment of the teeth that follow. An early check-up with your children's dentist in Vienna helps to prevent such developments and to make positive use of children's natural curiosity.
In children's dentistry, we therefore focus consistently on prevention and gentle desensitisation. At the first appointment, the emphasis is on getting to know each other through play, in order to build a basis of trust from the first tooth through the change of teeth to the permanent teeth. If your child is anxious or has had bad experiences, we introduce them to treatment step by step using the “tell-show-do” method (explain, show, do). This gentle approach encourages a natural willingness to cooperate and, in most cases, enables treatment for children that is as anxiety-free as possible.
What happens during a visit to the children's dentist in Vienna
A visit to the children's dentist in Vienna takes place gently and in an age-appropriate way, in the following steps:
- Getting to know each other & building trust: At the first appointment, the focus is on getting to know each other. We explain the surroundings to your child in a playful way and create a relaxed atmosphere.
- Examination of the milk teeth: We check the teeth, gums and jaw development, paying particular attention to early signs of decay in the milk teeth. The examination is also playful. Each step is first explained, then shown and only carried out once your child agrees.
- Findings & advice: We check the position of the teeth and oral hygiene and look out for signs of decay in the milk teeth. Afterwards, we discuss the results with you as parents, together with any preventive measures such as fluoride treatment or fissure sealing.
- Treatment (if necessary): If treatment is needed, it is carried out gently, with the aim of anxiety-free treatment for children.
- Toothbrushing lesson: Finally, we give playful tips for brushing teeth at home. A small sense of achievement at the end ensures that your child remembers the visit positively and is happy to come back.
Duration & costs of a visit to the children's dentist
The duration of treatment in children's dentistry depends on your child's age, willingness to cooperate and the type of treatment. Preventive check-ups are usually completed quickly, while therapeutic procedures, for example for decay in milk teeth, are planned individually. The costs of basic preventive care in children's dentistry are usually covered by the statutory health insurance funds. For special preventive services (e.g. high-quality sealants or more extensive prophylaxis), we will inform you transparently in advance about any costs you may have to pay yourself.
Who carries out the treatment?
At our practice in 1050 Vienna, children's dentistry is provided by Dr. Dalia Milani and Dr. Muaiad Hussein. They carry out examinations calmly and with many years of experience in caring for young patients and anxious patients. The combination of professional competence and a sensitive approach lays the foundation for anxiety-free treatment for children.
Your dentists
Dr. med. univ. Muaiad Hussein
Specialist in dentistry, oral and maxillofacial medicine (Facharzt für Zahn-, Mund- und Kieferheilkunde), head of the practice
Dr. med. univ. Dalia Milani
Dentist (Zahnärztin)
Frequently asked questions: Children's dentistry
When should the first visit to the dentist take place?
Ideally, the first dental appointment takes place as soon as the first milk teeth appear (from around 6 months of age). This way, your child gets used to the surroundings without any pressure of treatment, and check-ups become routine.
Does decay in a milk tooth really need treatment?
Yes. Untreated decay in a milk tooth can cause pain, inflammation and misalignment.
When does my child need a brace?
A brace can be useful if the teeth are misaligned or the jaw is not developing correctly. During your child's regular check-ups with us in Vienna, we monitor the development of the teeth from an early stage and advise you on whether and when an orthodontic assessment is recommended.
What can I do if my child is very afraid of the dentist?
Let us know in advance. We rely on desensitisation and take a great deal of time to build trust. There is no pressure or force at our practice; we treat your child as an equal.
What should I do if my child has a dental injury?
After a fall or if a tooth is broken, you should see a children's dentist promptly. Even with seemingly minor injuries, a dental check-up is important to rule out any resulting damage to the milk teeth or permanent teeth.
Last updated: 15 October 2026