Specialist children's dentist based in Cowbridge, serving Cardiff and South Wales

At Cowbridge Dental Specialists, we are proud to offer expert paediatric dental services tailored specifically for children and teenagers.

Specialist paediatric dentistry is rarely available in general dental practices and usually only accessible within hospital settings.

With our in-house specialist children’s dentist, we ensure your child has a positive experience from the very beginning—in a calm and supportive environment.

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Specialist paediatric dentist for children and teenagers

The specialist care your child needs without the wait

Calm, relaxed environment

Your Child's Dental Health
is in expert hands

Finding the right dental care for your child shouldn't be a struggle - but for many families, recent NHS changes have made it exactly that.

We've expanded our services at Cowbridge Dental Specialists to make sure children and young people can still access the care they need. Whether your child requires routine treatment with a paediatric dentistry specialist, or your teenager needs orthodontic extractions before starting their smile journey, we can see them quickly and without a lengthy wait.

We offer this care on a private basis at accessible rates, delivered by specialists who know how to put younger patients at ease.

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"My son is having orthodontic / braces treatment here & can not recommend highly enough. The entire team is incredibly friendly & positive making the whole experience a good one for him. He recently underwent inhalation sedation for the removal of 2 teeth in readiness for his next stage of brace fitting. He was too anxious to have his extractions through our regular dentist so I am so happy this service is available…, due to being so relaxed, his anxiety was completely removed.., The whole team always put him at ease and always go above & beyond ensuring they go at his pace."

Louise

Dentist for nervous children and those with additional needs

We warmly welcome nervous patients and those with additional needs. Our team has the time, behaviour management skills, and technology, including inhalation sedation, to treat children gently, without causing pain or fear.

As a multidisciplinary practice, we conveniently have other specialists available in-house should your child require additional expertise.

Growth and development

We monitor your child’s growth and development, providing advice, as necessary, on preventative care, oral health and diet.

For more complex dental issues, our children’s dentist and paediatric dental specialist collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to offer advanced dental treatments, including orthodontics, restorative solutions for congenitally missing teeth, the surgical removal of impacted teeth and root canal therapy.

If your child feels anxious about visiting the dentist, which many do, rest assured that we will strive to make them feel relaxed and happy through our kind and gentle approach.

Supporting teenagers

For teenagers who have significant concerns about the appearance of their teeth. We offer conservative dental treatments to improve their appearance while preserving their natural teeth, ensuring the best possible care and results whilst protecting their dentition from unnecessary harm.

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Specialist care with no waiting lists

If the waiting list for your child's treatment on the NHS is simply too long, Cowbridge Dental Specialists allows you to access a specialist opinion, and where needed, provide treatment for your child or teenager without delay. A dentist referral is not necessary and many parents approach us directly through recommendation from family and friends.

Contact our treatment coordinator today to discuss your child’s needs and to see if they will benefit from specialist care, we’ll then schedule their first appointment right away.

There are no long waiting lists with us - we can start at a time that suits you.
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Inhalation sedation for children - a great way to reduce anxiety during dental appointments

Children often feel worried or frightened when visiting the dentist. It's completely normal, and it's something our team understands deeply. For children who struggle with dental anxiety, whether that's nerves before the appointment or distress during treatment - inhalation sedation offers a safe, gentle and highly effective solution.

What is inhalation sedation?

Inhalation sedation uses a carefully controlled mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen, delivered through a small nosepiece. It works quickly, helping your child feel relaxed and at ease within a few minutes. They remain fully conscious and able to communicate throughout but will simply feel calm and less aware of what's happening around them. Once the treatment is complete, the effects wear off within minutes.

Safe, proven, and recommended for children

Inhalation sedation is one of the most widely recommended techniques for managing anxiety in young dental patients. At Cowbridge Dental Specialists, it's provided by a highly skilled team that includes a sedation-trained children's dentist, therapist and nurses, all working together to make sure your child's experience is as relaxed and positive as possible.

See it for yourself

The video shows what inhalation sedation looks like in practice. We hope it gives you and your child a clearer picture of what to expect. It really is as calm and straightforward as it sounds. If you think inhalation sedation could help your child, get in touch. We're happy to talk it through before you commit to anything.

Meet Sara Hughes and Bethan Morgan

Sara Hughes

Sara, our Paediatric Specialist, is dedicated to making your child's dental visits stress-free. Sara's expertise in managing anxious young patients shines through with or without the aid of her use of inhalation sedation.As chair of the South Wales British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) branch, Sara actively contributes to postgraduate education and delivers exceptional care to children. Sara has developed an all Wales Paediatric Dentistry guide, ensuring your child receives the best possible care.

As chair of the South Wales British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) branch, Sara actively contributes to postgraduate education and delivers exceptional care to children across various dental settings. With a focus on innovation, Sara has developed an all Wales Paediatric Dentistry guide, ensuring your child receives the best possible care.

Bethan Morgan

Bethan qualified as a dentist from Bristol Dental Hospital in 2009. She gained valuable experience working as a Maxillofacial Senior House Officer at Royal Gwent Hospital before transitioning into the Community Dental Service. In 2011, she earned her Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Bethan has devoted much of her career to Special Care and Paediatric Dentistry. After completing sedation training in 2018, she is skilled in performing paediatric dental treatments under inhalation sedation. Bethan also serves as an Educational Supervisor, mentoring new dentists, and is completing a Certificate in Medical Education at Swansea University.

Why Cowbridge Dental Specialists?

Committed

We are dedicated to excellence and maintaining the highest standards in every area of our practice.

Caring

We treat every patient as we would one of our own family members - with genuine care and compassion.

Respectful

Your time is valuable so we won’t keep you waiting. Appointments run on time and work around your lifestyle.

Available

We are always here to help with any concerns and will fully explain our approach to your treatment.

Experienced

Our highly-skilled team has many years of experience in orthodontics, gum health and restorative dental care.

Advanced

We use state-of-the-art digital technologies to provide modern and innovative dental techniques, for incredible results.

Accessible

Our practice is a friendly, relaxed environment, located on the high street for easy access.