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Children's Dental Centre

Unit 3/68 Jessica Blvd, Sunshine Coast, Australia

Last audited April 2026 By SmileJet Audit Team How we audit โ†’
4.9/5  · 112 reviews

Why Choose Children's Dental Centre in Sunshine Coast?

Children's Dental Centre is a specialist pediatric dental clinic in Sunshine Coast providing expert children's dentistry, growth monitoring, special needs care, and anxiety management with child-friendly facilities.

Overview of Children's Dental Centre

Children's Dental Centre is a specialist pediatric dental clinic with locations on the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, and Hervey Bay, dedicated exclusively to providing expert dental care for children and adolescents. The clinic is staffed by experienced pediatric dentists including Dr. Sarah, Tim, Caitlin, and Jacqui, who bring specialized expertise in managing children's unique dental needs and development. Children's Dental Centre recognizes that pediatric dentistry differs fundamentally from adult dentistry, requiring specialized training, patient communication strategies, and child-friendly environments. The facilities are specifically designed to provide stress-free, child-friendly dentistry on the Sunshine Coast, creating an atmosphere where children feel comfortable and safe during their dental visits.

Services & Treatments

Children's Dental Centre provides comprehensive pediatric dental services:

  • Children's Dental Examinations: Expert checkups assessing current dental health and optimal management strategies
  • Growth and Development Monitoring: Tracking facial growth and dental development to ensure mouths develop to their best potential
  • Infant Oral Health: Early examinations following first tooth eruption establishing positive early experiences
  • Preventive Care: Professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants protecting developing teeth
  • Restorative Treatments: Fillings, silver crowns, and white crowns using materials appropriate for children
  • Dental Trauma Treatment: Expert management of broken, chipped, or knocked-out teeth common in active children
  • Endodontic Treatment: Nerve treatment for infected teeth preserving tooth structure and natural dentition
  • Oral Surgery: Extractions and surgical procedures when necessary for developing dentitions
  • Special Needs Dentistry: Comprehensive care for children with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, or medical complexities
  • General Anesthesia Treatment: Sedation options for children unable to tolerate dental treatment while awake

The comprehensive service menu at Children's Dental Centre ensures that most children's dental needs can be addressed within the clinic, from routine preventive care through complex special needs management.

Technology & Facilities

The facilities at Children's Dental Centre on the Sunshine Coast are specifically designed with pediatric patients in mind. Child-friendly design elements including toys and reward systems help create a positive, encouraging environment supporting behavioral management and anxiety reduction. Ceiling-mounted televisions provide distraction during procedures, helping anxious children remain calm and cooperative during treatment.

The modern equipment supports pediatric-specific treatment delivery, with appropriately-sized instruments and technology adapted for children's anatomies. The overall environment reflects genuine understanding that facility design significantly impacts children's cooperation, anxiety levels, and long-term attitudes toward dental care.

The Team

The pediatric dental team at Children's Dental Centre comprises specialist pediatric dentists with extensive training in managing children's unique needs. The team brings 8+ years of hospital experience managing complex cases, including pediatric trauma, special needs patients, and behavioral management. This specialized background ensures that Children's Dental Centre can address virtually any pediatric challenge with expertise and compassion.

The specialists at Children's Dental Centre understand that pediatric dentistry requires fundamentally different approaches than adult dentistry. Communication skills, patience, behavioral management expertise, and genuine child-centeredness distinguish specialists at Children's Dental Centre from general dentists providing pediatric care as a secondary service.

Patient Experience & Comfort

The philosophy at Children's Dental Centre centers on helping children feel at ease during appointments while building positive, lifelong attitudes toward dental care. The child-friendly facility features, distraction technology, reward systems, and toys all contribute to creating an environment where children feel comfortable rather than frightened or anxious.

The specialist team's expertise in behavioral management means that even anxious or previously traumatized children can receive necessary treatment in supportive, low-pressure environments. By helping children develop positive associations with dental care early, Children's Dental Centre sets the foundation for lifelong oral health habits and confidence.

The availability of general anesthesia for children unable to tolerate awake treatment demonstrates genuine commitment to ensuring that all children receive necessary care regardless of anxiety levels or behavioral challenges. This comprehensive approach removes barriers that might prevent vulnerable children from accessing important preventive and treatment services.

Location & Accessibility

Children's Dental Centre operates locations on the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, and Hervey Bay, ensuring that families across a broad geographic region can access specialist pediatric dentistry. The Sunshine Coast location provides convenient access for residents throughout the region. The multi-location structure reflects the practice's commitment to making specialized pediatric care accessible across Queensland.

Why Choose Children's Dental Centre

Children's Dental Centre represents the premier choice for pediatric dental care on the Sunshine Coast. The combination of specialist pediatric dentists, 8+ years of hospital experience, child-friendly facilities, comprehensive services, and genuine commitment to child comfort creates significant advantages unavailable at general dental practices. The specialization in pediatrics means that the team has specific expertise in behavioral management, growth monitoring, special needs care, and anxiety reduction that general dentists cannot match.

The emphasis on building positive early experiences reflects understanding that childhood dental experiences shape lifelong attitudes toward oral health. Children's Dental Centre recognizes this responsibility and invests significantly in facility design, behavioral strategies, and team expertise to create positive experiences.

For Sunshine Coast families seeking specialist pediatric dental care from experienced, child-focused dentists in specifically designed, child-friendly facilities, Children's Dental Centre provides an outstanding solution. The multi-location accessibility, comprehensive services, specialized expertise, and genuine commitment to child comfort make Children's Dental Centre the ideal choice for pediatric dentistry on the Sunshine Coast.

Patient Reviews from Sunshine Coast

4.9

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Emma Tennant

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Dr Tim was absolutely amazing. He was very thorough, explained everything in detail and was the most caring man. He was so kind to my son and myself. Cannot recommend Dr Tim and his team highly enough.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThank you Emma that is kind of you to say. We think your son was a little champion and I hope he has been showing off his little teeth!

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Natalie Alexander

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

A Lifesaver in Pediatric Dentistry: Dr. Tim Keys! Finding a medical professional who goes above and beyond their duty can be a daunting task, but our family was fortunate enough to encounter such a hero in Dr. Tim Keys, a remarkable pediatric dental specialist. Our experience with Dr. Keys has been nothing short of incredible, and I am compelled to share our story in the hopes that other parents will find solace and confidence in seeking his expertise for their children's dental needs. Our journey began when my 4-year-old daughter developed a severe infection in her mouth & face. Despite multiple visits to our local hospital on the Fraser Coast, her condition was repeatedly dismissed as non-urgent. As a parent, watching your child suffer through days of pain and trauma without any effective intervention is heart-wrenching. We felt helpless and desperate for someone to take her condition seriously. I reached out to Dr. Keys for a second opinion and thank goodness I did. From the moment he laid eyes on a single photo of my daughterโ€™s infected mouth, and seen how swollen her little face was he understood the gravity of the situation. His immediate response was not just reassuring but decisive. Recognizing the urgent need for treatment, Dr. Keys contacted me after hours demanding that our local hospital admit her for intravenous antibiotics. This assertiveness was a stark contrast to the indifferent attitude we had previously encountered. However, Dr. Keys didn't stop there. Despite his undoubtedly packed schedule, Dr Keys demonstrated an unwavering commitment to my daughterโ€™s wellbeing as after three days of antibiotics with no improvement and our concerns being dismissed by our local hospital, he arranged for my daughter to be transferred to the Sunshine Coast for emergency surgery and managed to squeeze her in for the necessary procedure, a testament to his dedication and understanding of the critical nature of her infection. The surgery was a success, and my daughterโ€™s transformation was almost immediate. The relief she experienced was palpable, and her recovery was swift! It is no exaggeration to say that Dr. Keys saved her life. His expertise, coupled with his genuine concern for his patients, sets him apart as a healthcare provider who truly cares. In a world where medical professionals are often overworked and overwhelmed, Dr. Keys stands out as a beacon of hope. His proactive approach, compassionate demeanor, and unparalleled expertise in pediatric dentistry have not only healed my daughter but also restored our faith in the healthcare system. We are eternally grateful to Dr. Tim Keys. His actions went far beyond the call of duty, showcasing his exceptional commitment to his patients. For any parent seeking a pediatric dentist who will treat their child with the utmost care and professionalism, Dr. Keys is the one you can trust. Our family owes him a debt of gratitude that words can scarcely convey. Thank you, Dr. Keys, for giving our daughter a chance to smile again. Natalie & Wayde High.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThanks Natalie, you are very kind. We were very happy to be able to help you guys out at a stressful time. I hope she is thriving :)

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Dannielle H

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Looked after us very well, managed to arrange my daughters surgery very quickly as we were going away in a couple of weeks. Was a very straightforward process and Dr Tim and his team explained everything clearly, and made us feel very comfortable from start to finish...even if she didn't take up his offer of Garlic & Onion flavoured icecream post-op! :D

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThanks Dannielle, it was our pleasure to be able to fit you in so soon. We might need to work on some better ice cream options by the sounds of it :)

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Danica Park

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Highly recommended this centre. They were extremely accommodating and kind to my ASD boy who has fear around dental. Great communication from the centre as well.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThank you Danica for the kind words, it's always a pleasure to see him do so well with it all. Look forward to seeing him again

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The Slow Life Seeker

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

I personally love the care we have received here from Dr Tim and staff. It's been a very long journey to get to get to where we are, but I don't think we could have been in better hands. As the parent of a child with special needs, I would highly recommend visiting CDC for all your child's dental needs.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThank you Claire, we are happy to have been able to help. Its important to us to provide treatment options for children with special needs so we are so pleased with your recommendation of us.

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Shane Collier

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Our son had Dental Surgery and couldn't be more happy with how it all went. Everything was explained well, great care of our son and great follow up. Very understandable with our ASD son needs

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoHi Shane, thanks for taking the time to provide such a kind review! Its been great to see him do so well with treatment and seeing both Dr Erica and Dr Tim so comfortably.

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Matthew Ramsden

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Highly recommend Dr Tim Keys and his team, from personal experience with my child. They are very caring and supportive for both child and nervous parent. Dr Tim was extremely thorough and professional yet gentle and engaging with my child so much that my son enjoyed his visits and named his teddy after Dr Tim.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoHi Matthew, it's so wonderful to hear as it can be an overwhelming experience for both patient and parent. And I'll be sure to let Dr Tim know he has inspired new teddy names!

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Samantha Dalakian

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

So great full and appreciate the professional caring service offered from in clinic to the operating table and after care. The standard and results are beyond expectations thank you .

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThank you Samantha for the wonderful feedback, I'll be sure to pass this onto to Dr Jacqui.

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Bec Fauske

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Fantastic all around. We live in a rural area but Dr Keys was happy to provide a digital appointment and then followed up with super fast surgery at the Buderim Private Hospital where the staff and service were top notch. Great attention to detail for a 10yo ASD2 child as well. Thank you for looking after us so well.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoThanks Bec for the five-star review, we are so happy to have been able to help her out and save you a few Km's along the way.

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Felicity Grundy

March 2026 ยท โ˜… 5

Dr Tim Keys was amazing with my son, I definitely recommend him. The Dental Nurses and Reception staff were all so lovely and welcoming and the waiting room is set up beautifully for the kids.

Clinic response ():

Response from the owner a year agoHi Felicity, thank you for your lovely review we really appreciate the kind words.

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