Can the whole family see the same dentist in Cape Town?

Yes. Dr Davies treats adults and children at BRS Dental in the Cape Town city centre, so it is possible for a family to see the same dentist rather than moving between different practices. She is a general dentist, and most children’s dental needs fit well within general practice, although a child with more complex needs may be referred on.

In short

• Dr Davies treats adults and children at BRS Dental in the Cape Town city centre.
• The practice has two oral hygienists as well, for routine cleaning and hygiene appointments.
• A child should generally see a dentist for the first time once their first teeth appear, or by their first birthday.
• How often each person needs a check-up depends on their own teeth and gums, not a fixed rule for the whole family.
• Dr Davies is a general dentist and refers a child on if their needs go beyond general practice.

Does she see both adults and children?

Dr Davies treats adults and children at the practice, alongside two oral hygienists who carry out cleaning and hygiene appointments. This means a parent can often book themselves and their children for a check-up and clean without needing to find a separate practice for the younger members of the family, and it can be simpler to keep everyone’s appointments and dental history in one place. The dentistry for children page sets out more about how appointments for children work, including what a first visit generally involves.

When should a child have their first appointment?

A child should generally see a dentist for the first time once their first teeth appear, or by their first birthday, so they become used to the surroundings early and the dentist can check that everything is developing as it should. When should a child first see a dentist? covers this in more detail, including what to expect at that first visit.

How often does each member of the family need a check-up?

There is no single rule for how often someone should go to the dentist. How often a check-up is needed depends on a person’s own teeth and gums and their risk of future problems, so a parent and a child in the same family may be asked back at different intervals. How often should you go to the dentist? explains this in more depth, and describes what a routine check-up and clean covers.

Is a general dentist right for every child?

A general dentist suits most children most of the time. Dr Davies is a general dentist, not a specialist, and if a child’s needs go beyond general dental practice, she refers them on rather than treating everything herself. This is worth knowing if a family is choosing a single dentist for convenience, since it may still mean an occasional referral for one member of the family and not the others. It does not usually affect routine care, such as check-ups, cleaning and simple fillings, which make up most dental visits for most children.

How do I reach Dr Davies?

To ask about an appointment for yourself or a child, call Dr Davies directly on her own mobile, which is shown on this page. You can read more about her background on the About page. Dr Davies practises at BRS Dental on Strand Street in the Cape Town city centre.