Best kids dentists in The Hills District
Last updatedNorwest Paediatric Dentistry ranks first for children, as a practice run by specialist paediatric dentists with sedation on offer. Kids dentists in The Hills District differ in what they add around that: Medicare child dental or CDBS billing, Saturday hours, and early orthodontic checks. Pick by your child's age, how they cope with the chair, and when you can attend.
Quick picks in The Hills District
- Best for children with additional needs: Norwest Paediatric Dentistry, which sees children with autism and ADHD.
- Best for children from age three: Shining Dental, with checks twice a year and early orthodontic care.
- Best for a Saturday visit: Smiles Family Health Hub, open from 8:30am on Saturdays.
Best kids dentists in The Hills District, ranked
1Norwest Paediatric Dentistry for children who need extra support
Emergency apptsSees childrenBased in Bella VistaNorwest Paediatric Dentistry is a practice in Bella Vista run by specialist paediatric dentists, and its team includes an oral surgeon and paediatric anaesthetists. The practice lists sedation and happy gas, which it describes as comfort options for some children. The practice also sees children with autism, AuDHD, ADHD and other disabilities, and children who need a general anaesthetic for decay. Parents describe the staff as gentle with nervous children. Hours are weekdays from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
2Smiles Family Health Hub for family visits on Saturdays and Sundays
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Winston HillsSmiles Family Health Hub, based in Winston Hills, runs a children's service alongside its adult dentistry. It is open on Saturdays from 8:30am and on Sundays from 10am to 2pm, so families can book outside school hours. Its children's care covers check-ups, cleans and fluoride, and Invisalign is offered for older children. Parents describe the dentists as gentle with young children and good at explaining things in child-friendly terms.
3Shining Dental for children's checks and early orthodontic care
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Castle HillCastle Hill's Shining Dental sees children from age three, and Dr Chloe Lu is its principal dentist. The practice recommends checks twice a year and offers early intervention for children who need orthodontic care. Children can also be seen under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule. Those who visit call it welcoming, clean and modern, and the practice is open on weekdays from 9am to 5pm.
4West Pennant Hills Dental for bulk billed family care
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in West Pennant HillsWest Pennant Hills Dental, on Pennant Hills Road, is a family practice that bulk bills its children's care. Its services also include check-ups, fillings, extractions and sedation dentistry, and the practice lists twilight and IV sedation as options. Health fund claims are made on the spot with HICAPS. It is closed on Sundays, and Saturday hours end at 2pm.
5Baulkham Hills Dental for Medicare child dental and family care
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Baulkham HillsBaulkham Hills Dental, on Old Northern Road, accepts Medicare child dental and lists the Child Dental Benefits Schedule among its children's services. Children's dentistry sits alongside its general, cosmetic and implant work, so one practice can see the whole family. Bring a Medicare card to a child's visit. The practice stays open until 7pm on Thursday.
6Dr Winnie Chung Dental Clinic for children's dentistry over many years
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Castle HillDr Winnie Chung Dental Clinic, on Terminus Street in Castle Hill, offers children's dentistry alongside check-ups and cleans. Families have stayed with the clinic for years, and the team describes its work as careful. Its preferred provider funds include Bupa and Medibank. Its hours include Thursday from 9am and Saturday until 5pm.
Compare kids dentists in The Hills District
The table shows where each practice is based, whether it lists children's care, and whether it offers sedation and weekend hours.
| Dentist | Based in | Emergency | Kids | Implants | Weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwest Paediatric Dentistry | Bella Vista | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (170) |
| Smiles Family Health Hub | Winston Hills | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (44) |
| Shining Dental | Castle Hill | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (66) |
| West Pennant Hills Dental | West Pennant Hills | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (22) |
| Baulkham Hills Dental | Baulkham Hills | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (10) |
| Dr Jack Yang Bella Vista | Winston Hills | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β |
| Dr Winnie Chung Dental Clinic | Castle Hill | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.3 (12) |
Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked kids dentists in The Hills District
The list is ordered by children's dentistry each practice states, the Child Dental Benefits Schedule where it is listed, sedation options, and how highly patients regard each practice, weighted towards practices with more patients behind that view. The order follows each practice's own child care details, read before ranking.
Kids dentists in The Hills District: FAQ
Which Hills District dentists see children from a young age?
Shining Dental sees children from age three, with checks recommended twice a year. Norwest Paediatric Dentistry is a practice built around children.
Which Hills District dentists bulk bill children under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
West Pennant Hills Dental bulk bills children's care under the scheme. Baulkham Hills Dental also lists it and accepts Medicare child dental patients.
What does a child's check-up cost at a Hills District dentist?
Smiles Family Health Hub lists a child's check-up, clean and fluoride at $89 when no health fund covers it.
Which Hills District dentists offer sedation for nervous children?
Norwest Paediatric Dentistry offers sedation and happy gas for anxious children. Baulkham Hills Dental has happy gas too, and West Pennant Hills Dental offers twilight or IV sedation.