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Available At: Motherhood Hospitals – Banashankari, Kharadi

What Is Paediatric Dentistry?

Paediatric dentistry is a dental specialty that focuses on the oral health of infants, children, and adolescents. From teething troubles and early cavities to braces and gum care, Paediatric dentists are trained to provide comprehensive care tailored to children’s unique dental needs.

Common Dental Issues in Children​

Early dental care is key to lifelong oral health. At Motherhood, we help manage and prevent:

  • Tooth Decay & Cavities – The most common dental issue among children. If untreated, it can lead to infection and pain.
  • Teething Problems – Discomfort, fever, and irritability due to erupting teeth.
  • Dental Trauma – Chipped or knocked-out teeth due to falls or injuries.
  • Malocclusion – Misaligned teeth or jaws that can impact chewing, speech, and appearance.
  • Tongue-Tie & Lip-Tie – Conditions that may affect feeding or speech and may require a simple corrective procedure.
  • Gum Diseases – Inflammation and bleeding gums due to poor hygiene.
  • Early Orthodontic Assessment – To detect and address potential alignment issues early.

Signs Your Child Needs a Dentist

Parents should be alert to these signs which may indicate dental problems:

  • Toothache or visible decay
  • Bleeding or swollen gums
  • Difficulty chewing or biting
  • Persistent bad breath
  • Delayed eruption of teeth
  • Discoloration or spots on teeth
  • Irregular alignment or crowding

Early dental visits prevent more serious issues later. A visit by age one is recommended.

Paediatric Dental Care at Motherhood Hospitals

Our Paediatric dental units are designed to make children feel safe and welcome. We offer:

  • Gentle and fun-first dental care for toddlers and kids
  • Sedation dentistry and behavior management for anxious children
  • Preventive dental programs including fluoride application and sealants
  • Habit correction therapies (thumb-sucking, tongue thrusting)
  • Collaboration with Paediatricians for holistic health monitoring

Book your child’s first dental check-up now – and start them on the path to lifelong oral health.

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    Dr. Rajiv Aggarwal

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Neonatology (Australia)
    Senior Consultant - Paediatric Intensivist & Neonatology
    Bangalore, Sarjapur
    Experience - 35+ years

    Dr. Santosh Kumar K

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), FIPM (IAP)
    Senior Consultant and Lead - Paediatrics & Neonatology
    Bangalore, Banashankari, Kanakapura Road Clinic
    Experience - 15+ Years

    Dr. Harini Sreedaran


    Consultant - Paediatrics & Neonatology
    Bangalore, Sarjapur
    Experience - 16+ Years

    Dr. Stephanie Rachel D'Souza

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Neonatology
    Consultant - Paediatrics & Neonatology
    Bangalore, Sarjapur
    Experience - 6+ Years

    Dr. Prathap Chandra

    MBBS, MRCPCH (UK)
    Consultant - Neonatology & Paediatrics
    Bangalore, Indiranagar
    Experience - 19+ Years

    Dr. Nitin Kumar

    MBBS, MCh, MSc
    Consultant - Pediatric Surgery
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 14+ Years

    Dr. Neeraj Kumar

    MBBS, DCH, MD
    Consultant - Paediatrics
    Chandigarh, Sector 44, Mohali
    Experience - 33+ Years

    Dr. Mohammed Yaqub

    MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), FIPO
    Consultant- Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience -

    Dr. Avani Hegde

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics)
    Consultant - Paediatrician and Adolescent Endocrinology
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 6+ Years

    Dr. Sameera S. Rao

    MBBS, DNB, MRCPCH
    Consultant - Paediatrics and Neonatology
    Bangalore, Banashankari, Kanakapura Road Clinic
    Experience - 12+ Years

    Dr. Alok Kumar M. K.

    MBBS, MD, DrNB (Neo)
    Consultant - Paediatrics and Neonatology
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 10+ Years

    Dr. Deepa Mohan Sharma

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Neonatology
    Consultant - Neonatology & Paediatrics
    Bangalore, Indiranagar
    Experience - 17+ Years

    Dr. Spoorthi

    MBBS, MD
    Consultant - Paediatrics
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience -

    Dr. Sunny Narula

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics)
    Consultant - Neonatology & Paediatrics
    Mohali
    Experience - 21+ years

    Dr. Raghvendra S

    BDS
    Consultant - Dental Surgeon
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 26+ Years

    Dr. Namratha

    MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), Fellowship in Pediatric Neurology
    Consultant Pediatric Neurologist
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience -

    Dr. Harsha Manubolu

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care
    Consultant - PICU (Paediatric Intensive Care Unit)
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 7+ Years

    Dr. Vivekanand M. Kustagi

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DNB, PGPN, AAAC, NIPCP
    Senior Consultant - Neonatology & Paediatrics
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 25+ Years

    Dr. Nutan Anand

    MBBS, MD (Paediatrics)
    Consultant - Paediatrics & Neonatology
    Bangalore, Sarjapur
    Experience - 17+ Years

    Dr. Saurabh Kapoor

    MBBS, DNB, MNAMS, Fellowship in Neonatology
    Consultant - Neonatology & Paediatrics
    Mohali
    Experience - 10+ Years

    Dr. Nandan N

    BDS, MDS (Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry), M.S (Counseling & Psychotherapy)
    Consultant- Pediatric & Preventive Dentist
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 14+ Years

    Dr. Abhilasha Somashekhar

    MBBS, MS(ENT), Fellowship in Paediatric ENT
    Consultant-Pediatric ENT
    Bangalore, Sarjapur
    Experience - 10 years

    Dr. Jayabanu B.S

    MBBS, MD (Paed), TDRCPCH
    Consultant- Pediatrician
    Coimbatore Clinic, Coimbatore
    Experience - 5+ Years

    Dr Harish Chand Inani

    MBBS, DCH, DNB (Paediatrics), Fellowship in IAP (Neonatology)
    Associate Consultant - Paediatrics
    Chandigarh, Sector 44
    Experience - 6+

    Dr Dheepthi K

    M.B.B.S., DNB Pediatrics, MRCPCH (UK)
    Consultant - Pediatrics
    Bangalore, Kanakapura Road Clinic
    Experience - 7 Years

    Dr. Aarthi B Pramod

    MBBS, DNB (Paed), MRCPCH (Paed), IAP-AOPN Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology
    Consultant - Paediatric Neurologist
    Bangalore, Banashankari
    Experience - 8+ Years

    Dr. Meena Kumari

    MBBS, DCH
    Consultant - Paediatrics
    Bangalore, Sarjapur
    Experience - 27+ Years