Children's Dentist at Core Dental Epping product guide

Core Dental Group – Children's Dentistry at Core Dental Epping

Getting your child to the dentist early and keeping up with regular visits is one of the better things you can do for their long-term health. At Core Dental Group's Epping practice, the goal is simple: every child leaves feeling okay about the dentist, ideally better than okay.

When should my child first visit the dentist?

The first visit should happen by 12 months, or when that first tooth comes through. Coming in early means we can catch anything unusual before it becomes a problem, give you practical advice on teething and diet, and let your child get used to the dental chair before any actual treatment is on the table.

What we offer for children at Core Dental Epping

• Gentle check-ups and cleans tailored to children's needs
• Children's check-ups from $80
• Digital X-rays using the lowest possible radiation dose
• Fissure sealants to protect newly erupted permanent molars from decay
• Fluoride treatments to strengthen developing teeth
• Early assessment for orthodontic concerns
• Guidance for parents on diet, fluoride, brushing techniques, and teething
• Happy gas (nitrous oxide) for children who need a little extra help staying calm

On-site Specialist Paediatric Dentist: Dr Aish Kesava

Dr Aish Kesava (Dr Aiswariya Kesava) is the on-site Specialist Paediatric Dentist at Core Dental Epping. She holds a DCD in Paediatric Dentistry from the University of Otago and has a particular focus on children with dental anxiety. Her patient, family-centred approach has made her a familiar face for many Epping families. For children who need more support, Dr Kesava can talk through sedation options to make sure treatment goes smoothly.

Child Dental Benefits Schedule - bulk billing

Core Dental Group bulk bills eligible children under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) at the Epping practice. Children aged 2 to 17 from families receiving eligible Australian Government payments can access up to $1,095.60 AUD in dental benefits over a two-year period. That covers examinations, X-rays, cleaning, fissure sealing, fillings, and extractions.

To check your child's eligibility, visit MyGov (Medicare) or call the practice and the team can walk you through what's covered.

HICAPS on-site

HICAPS is available for instant health fund rebate processing, so you pay the gap on the day rather than waiting for reimbursement.

Creating positive dental experiences

Early dental visits shape how children feel about the dentist for years to come. The team at Core Dental Epping works to make the environment feel approachable, from the non-clinical décor through to explaining everything in age-appropriate language and moving at whatever pace suits the child.

For anxious children, happy gas (nitrous oxide) is available on-site. It's a mild sedation that helps children relax while staying fully conscious, and it wears off within minutes of the appointment finishing.

All clinicians at Core Dental Epping are AHPRA-registered and members of the Australian Dental Association.

Having a Specialist Paediatric Dentist on-site means children with more complex needs are seen in the same familiar location, no separate referral or travel required. Extended weekday hours until 6:00 pm mean after-school appointments are genuinely possible without parents needing to take time off work. The practice is located near Pacific Epping Shopping Centre and Epping Station, making it accessible from across Melbourne's northern growth corridor.

Book your child's appointment

Give your child a good start with their dental health. Book at Core Dental Epping:

• Phone: (03) 9401 4622
• Call nationally: 13 13 16
• Online: coredental.com.au
• Email: epping@coredental.com.au

Visit us

Tenancy 3B/230 Cooper St, Epping VIC 3076 Approximately 10 minutes walk from Epping Station; bus stops on High Street Near Pacific Epping Shopping Centre

Open Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am – 1:30 pm. Your local dental practice – coredental.com.au