Paediatric Dentistry Prices 2026
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Approximate Clinician Fee
TDB 2026 reference · VAT excluded
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Reference fees are based on the TDB 2026 Guideline Tariff (3-2, 3-3, 3-4, 3-7, 3-10, 3-11, 3-12, 5-1). Prices shown are exclusive of VAT.
Paediatric dentistry prices are one of the most frequently researched topics for parents. Paediatric dentistry is a specialty that focuses on caring for baby teeth, mixed-dentition teeth, and newly erupting permanent teeth in children aged 0–14 through preventive, protective, and treatment-focused approaches. Children are not simply smaller adults — behaviour management, emotional approach, oral development, and age-appropriate treatment choices are some of the many factors that set this field apart from adult dentistry.
The scope of paediatric dentistry is broad. Catching tooth decay early and filling it with the right material, performing baby tooth root canal treatment or pulpotomy for advanced decay, planning space maintainers after early baby tooth loss, and placing stainless steel crowns on teeth with significant loss of structure are among the key treatments in this area. On the preventive side, fissure sealants and fluoride treatments protect healthy teeth from decay.
At our clinic Doredent in Avcılar, Istanbul, paediatric dental treatments are delivered by our paediatric dentist Dr. Ceyda Pınar Tanrıverdi using child-friendly behaviour management, anxiety-reducing introduction sessions, and age-appropriate treatment protocols. Our DoreKids concept — with a toy-filled waiting area, a colourful clinical environment, and child-tailored communication — is designed to help children build trust in the dental clinic from their very first visit.
Paediatric dental treatment cost varies with the type of treatment, the depth of decay, the child’s cooperation, the need for sedation or general anaesthesia, the materials used, and the number of sessions. This page covers the main paediatric treatment categories, the factors that affect pricing, and the Turkish Dental Association (TDB) 2026 reference tariff.
Paediatric Treatments at Doredent
For detailed pricing and treatment content for each of the topics below, please visit the relevant page. Every treatment is planned individually based on your child’s age, the condition of the tooth, and their oral development.
Cleaning out decay in a baby tooth and restoring it with an appropriate filling material.
Baby Tooth ExtractionFor loose baby teeth or those with advanced decay or abscess that need to be removed.
Fissure SealantSealing the deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of newly erupted permanent molars.
Fluoride TreatmentStrengthening the enamel to increase its resistance to decay.
Space MaintainerPreserving the space of an early-lost baby tooth until the permanent tooth comes through.
Baby Tooth Root CanalTreating pulpal inflammation in baby teeth and young permanent teeth.
PulpotomyA partial pulp treatment for baby teeth that covers only the coronal portion.
Stainless Steel CrownA prefabricated crown that protects baby teeth with significant loss of structure.
Early OrthodonticsSpace maintainers and early orthodontic interventions for children in their growth phase.
What Is Paediatric Dentistry?
Paediatric dentistry is the branch of dentistry that focuses on the oral, dental, and jaw development of children aged 0–14. Beyond dental treatment, it also covers behavioural issues such as dietary habits, thumb sucking, and falling asleep with a bottle in bed, along with their effects on oral development and the child’s emotional needs.
Contrary to what many parents think, baby teeth are not “teeth that will fall out anyway”. They play critical roles in chewing food, developing speech, supporting the healthy development of the permanent tooth bud underneath, and preserving space so that the permanent tooth erupts in the right position. Early loss of a baby tooth causes neighbouring teeth to drift into the space and sets the stage for crowding and bite issues.
Age-Based Approaches in Paediatric Dentistry
Infancy
A first dental visit is recommended once the first baby tooth comes through (usually around 6 months). Bottle decay, fluoride application, and parent education are the focus of this period.
Preschool
All baby teeth have erupted. This is a period heavily focused on cavity treatment, fissure sealants, and fluoride application. Anxiety management and introduction sessions matter.
Mixed Dentition
Baby teeth shed and permanent teeth erupt. Space maintainers, orthodontic assessment, and fissure sealants on newly erupted permanent teeth are done in this period.
Early Adolescence
Permanent dentition is largely complete. Orthodontic treatment planning, wisdom tooth monitoring, and oral hygiene education come to the fore.
What Does the First Appointment Look Like?
Getting to Know the Clinic
Your child gets to know the dental chair, the instruments, and the clinician on their first visit. As part of our DoreKids concept, a play-based introduction session is planned to keep your child relaxed.
Clinical Examination
The clinician assesses all teeth, the gums, the bite, and oral development. Where indicated, radiographic imaging is planned.
Radiographic Assessment
Where needed, digital radiographs are used to examine the depth of decay, the state of the permanent tooth bud beneath a baby tooth, and overall oral development.
Treatment Planning
Based on what we find, a preventive and/or treatment-focused plan is built. The sequencing of sessions and the overall approach are shared with the parent.
Behaviour Management
Depending on the child’s age and cooperation, we use the tell-show-do technique, positive reinforcement, and a reward system. Sedation may be considered in certain cases.
Treatment Delivery
Per the plan, treatments such as fillings, fissure sealants, fluoride applications, and space maintainers are carried out. Sessions are kept short with the child’s comfort in mind.
Regular Check-Ups
Six-monthly routine check-ups catch new decay early, refresh preventive treatments, and keep oral development on track.
Factors Affecting Paediatric Dental Prices
In paediatric dentistry, there is no single flat price. Even within the same treatment, the cost varies with the child’s age, level of cooperation, the condition of the tooth, and any additional interventions needed.
Type and Scope of Treatment
Preventive procedures such as fluoride and fissure sealants differ in cost from restorative procedures like fillings and root canal treatment. Each treatment has its own subcategories.
Depth of Decay and Condition of the Tooth
A cavity confined to the surface and a cavity that has reached the pulp call for different approaches. The need for root canal treatment, a pulpotomy, or a crown affects the cost.
Material Used
Baby tooth fillings can use composite, glass ionomer, or a stainless steel crown. Material choice is made based on the child’s age, the position of the tooth, and the size of the cavity.
Need for Sedation or General Anaesthesia
Very young or uncooperative children may need sedation or treatment under general anaesthesia in a hospital setting. This noticeably increases the cost.
Number of Sessions
Paediatric appointments are kept short, and multiple treatments are not always combined into a single session. The total number of sessions is reflected in the treatment cost.
Radiographic Imaging
Periapical, bitewing, or panoramic radiographs are needed in more advanced cases for treatment planning. These can be charged separately.
TDB 2026 Reference Tariff
The Turkish Dental Association publishes a reference tariff for oral and dental health services every year. Paediatric services have their own dedicated headings within this tariff. The tariff is advisory in nature — each clinic has the right to price according to its own costs and service conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first dental visit is recommended once the first baby tooth comes through, and no later than age 1. This visit provides early guidance on bottle decay risk, brushing habits, and oral development. For more, see our paediatric dentistry page.
An untreated baby tooth cavity progresses, reaches the pulp, forms an abscess, and can negatively affect the developing permanent tooth bud beneath. Early loss of a baby tooth also sets the stage for crowding and bite issues. A space maintainer may be needed.
Sedation performed by experienced clinicians and an anaesthetist, with proper monitoring, is a safe method for uncooperative and very young children. It’s not suitable for every child — overall health, age, and treatment scope are considered together. To discuss in detail, please book an appointment.
Yes — advanced decay or an abscess can make extraction unavoidable. However, when there is no permanent tooth bud or eruption is delayed, a long-term space maintainer is planned. This can increase the likelihood of needing orthodontic treatment later on.
The brushing habit should be built in young children through play. Parental support is essential up to age 6. Ask your dentist for age-appropriate toothpaste and brush recommendations, along with anxiety management approaches for your child. A fluoride treatment can be planned as additional support.
If the chewing surfaces of newly erupted permanent molars have deep grooves, fissure sealants are recommended for cavity prevention. The clinician decides based on your child’s cavity risk and tooth anatomy. For more, see our fissure sealant page.
An initial orthodontic assessment is recommended around age 7. This age marks the start of mixed dentition, and conditions requiring early intervention (crossbite, thumb-sucking-related issues) can be spotted at this stage. Braces treatment or a space maintainer may be planned.
Yes — children’s toothpaste with age-appropriate fluoride content should be used. A rice-grain–sized amount is right for ages 0–3, and a pea-sized amount for ages 3–6. Parental supervision and correct brushing technique are very important.
For baby teeth with significant loss of structure, where a normal filling isn’t enough, a stainless steel crown is a long-lasting and reliable solution. It is particularly recommended for baby teeth that have had root canal treatment or a pulpotomy.
You can easily book at our Avcılar clinic via the appointment page or the contact page. You can plan an introduction session with your child, and learn the detailed treatment plan after the first examination.
