A child’s first dental visit should ideally take place before the age of one, or as soon as the first tooth appears. Early assessment allows the paediatric dentist to monitor how the teeth and jaws are developing, identify potential concerns at the right time, and guide families with age-appropriate prevention.

After this first visit, we recommend regular check-ups every six months to ensure healthy growth, maintain good oral habits and detect any changes as early as possible.

It is also important to book an appointment promptly if you notice any signs such as pain, swelling, discolouration, sensitivity, changes in the bite, trauma to the teeth or gums, or habits such as prolonged dummy use or thumb-sucking. Early intervention helps prevent complications and supports a positive, comfortable dental experience for your child.

The foundation of a healthy mouth in the future lies in prevention. At Dental Blanch, we use clear and effective strategies to help families establish good habits from an early age.

Oral hygiene routines tailored to each stage of development. We guide parents and children in:

• Effective brushing techniques
• Correct use of fluoride toothpaste
• Managing sugar intake in the diet
• Fun, easy-to-follow daily hygiene routines

When children understand and enjoy oral care, they are far more likely to maintain a healthy smile throughout their lives.

Signs that a child may need early orthodontic treatment

❌Crossbite

❌Lack of space

❌Excess spacing between teeth

❌Overbite

❌Early crowding

❌Mouth-breathing patterns

❌Prolonged dummy use or thumb-sucking habits

👉Intervening during the growth phase helps prevent longer and more complex treatments during adolescence. We also offer a dedicated page on interceptive orthodontic treatment for children in Valencia, where we explain our approach to paediatric orthodontic cases in greater detail.

✅Paediatric dentists specialised in caring for children. Our team understands both the emotional and dental needs of young patients and knows how to create a trusting, reassuring environment from the very first visit.

✅Clear, transparent communication.

✅More than 25 years of experience in paediatric dentistry. Dental Blanch is recognised in Valencia for its professional, compassionate approach and strong focus on prevention in children.

✅Specialists in supporting anxious children (including cases of paediatric dental anxiety and dental phobia).

✅Safe, precise and age-appropriate technology.

✅Convenient central location. We are situated in the heart of Valencia, next to Plaza del Ayuntamiento—a comfortable, safe and easily accessible area for families from across the city.

✅Personalised and flexible financing options.

I am Dr María José Pérez Blanch, and I lead the paediatric dentistry team at Dental Blanch in Valencia. I am responsible for carrying out and overseeing all children’s dentistry treatments at our clinic, ensuring that each child receives safe, personalised and high-quality care. Below is a brief overview of my professional background.

✅Member of ICOEV, the College of Dentists and Stomatologists of Valencia.

✅Specialist in oral surgery, immediate-load implantology and peri-implantitis.

✅Member of SEPA and SEI.

✅Dental Blanch enjoys an excellent reputation, with more than 140 verified Google reviews and an average rating close to 5 out of 5.

✅Your child’s smile is in the hands of qualified and highly experienced dental professionals.