Best kids dentists in Northern Beaches
Last updatedFreshwater Dental leads this list of kids dentists on the Northern Beaches, but the four practices differ more by suburb, hours and what they offer children than by rank. They are based in Freshwater, Manly and Newport, so start with the one nearest you. Then choose by the days you can visit and whether you need the Child Dental Benefits Schedule or a needle-free option.
Quick picks in Northern Beaches
- Best for a Saturday visit with a child: Freshwater Dental, open until 1pm on Saturdays and seeing children from their first teeth.
- Best for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule: Dr. Wael Wasef in Newport, which lists the scheme among its services.
- Best for children who dislike needles: Newport Medical Dental, which uses laser methods the practice says need no injection.
- Best for weekday emergency visits: Nordic Dental in Manly, which has emergency appointments and lists children's dentistry.
Best kids dentists in Northern Beaches, ranked
1Freshwater Dental for children seen from their first teeth
Sees childrenOpen weekendsBased in FreshwaterFreshwater Dental is based in Freshwater and sees children from their first teeth, alongside adults for check-ups, fillings and cleans. Children are treated here from the start, and the practice also covers clear aligners, Invisalign and orthodontics. Some patients say the front desk is warm and that the dentist explains treatment clearly without rushing them. Weekday hours start at 8am and Friday closes at 5pm, while Saturday ends at 1pm, so it is the only one of these four open on a weekend morning. The practice says it accepts most health funds.
2Nordic Dental for children's dentistry with emergency appointments
Emergency apptsSees childrenBased in ManlyNordic Dental is based in Manly and offers children's dentistry, with emergency appointments the practice says it takes. The listed times are 8am to 6pm on weekdays, with no weekend hours shown. Patients can wear noise-cancelling headphones or watch online streaming during appointments. Its numbing is computer-assisted through The Wand STA, a system the practice credits with limiting facial numbness. Some patients say the dentist talks them through each stage at a comfortable speed.
3Dr. Wael Wasef for gentle visits and the CDBS scheme
After hoursSees childrenBased in NewportDr. Wael Wasef works at a Newport practice on Barrenjoey Road and lists the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) among its services, the only one of the four to do so. The practice's claim of after-hours appointments is its own, and its listed hours close at 5pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, so ask which after-hours times it offers. Patients describe him as gentle and caring, and some regulars say his work is excellent. No fees are published, so ask for a quote before any treatment. The practice says it is a provider to most dental funds.
4Newport Medical Dental for needle-free laser work on children
Sees childrenBased in NewportNewport Medical Dental is based in Newport on Barrenjoey Road and is led by Dr Helen Tang, whose orthodontic qualifications are listed on its page. Laser methods are used for children's care, gum disease treatment and root canal therapy, and the practice says these can avoid injections for children. Families say the team is good with children and grandchildren, and patients say Dr Helen Tang is gentle, professional and thorough. The clinic is closed on weekends, and its listed hours run from 9am to 5pm on weekdays.
Compare kids dentists in Northern Beaches
The table shows where each practice is based, whether it takes emergency appointments, and whether it lists children's dentistry, implants and weekend hours.
| Dentist | Based in | Emergency | Kids | Implants | Weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshwater Dental | Freshwater | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ★ 4.9 (61) |
| Nordic Dental | Manly | Emergency appts | ✓ | ✓ | – | ★ 5.0 (43) |
| Dr. Wael Wasef | Newport | After hours | ✓ | ✓ | – | ★ 5.0 (8) |
| Newport Medical Dental | Newport | – | ✓ | ✓ | – | ★ 5.0 (10) |
Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked kids dentists in Northern Beaches
Practices are ranked by one combined score. It weighs children's dentistry the practice states, a listing for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, sedation the practice offers, and patient feedback weighted by how many patients have given it. Each service list was read too, for children's care, the scheme, sedation and needle-free options.
Kids dentists in Northern Beaches: FAQ
Is any kids dentist on the Northern Beaches open on Saturdays?
Freshwater Dental in Freshwater opens on Saturdays from 8am to 1pm, and none of the other three does.
Which children's dentist here lists the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
Among these Northern Beaches picks, Dr. Wael Wasef's Newport practice is the one listing the scheme. Confirm the cover for your child when you call.
Is there a children's dentist in Newport that uses lasers?
Newport Medical Dental in Newport uses lasers for children's care, gum treatment and root canals, according to its own page. Ask the clinic which treatments it does with lasers.
Which kids dentists here take emergency appointments?
On the Northern Beaches, Nordic Dental in Manly and Dr. Wael Wasef's Newport practice both mention urgent visits. Call ahead to confirm what is available, and if a child has facial swelling that spreads or trouble breathing, go to a hospital emergency department.