Kids' dentistry in Vijayawada, made fun.
Kids' dentistry is dental care planned around children, from first check-ups and preventive care to fillings and baby tooth treatment. At GIA Clinics in Vijayawada we call it the Little Tooth Club. It is led by Dr Lalitya Dandamudi, our paediatric dentist (MDS Pedodontics), at both our Gunadala and Gurunanak Colony clinics.
- Who
- Dr Lalitya DandamudiMDS Pedodontics
- First visit
- By the first birthdayOr when the first tooth appears
- Check-ups
- Every 6 monthsTreatment visits as needed
- Ages
- Babies to teensIncluding children who need extra support
A dentist your child looks forward to.
Little Tooth Club is children's dentistry at GIA. Every visit is planned around your child: a gentle hello, simple words, a chance to see the instruments first, and a pace they are comfortable with. Anxious children are never rushed.
- Tell, show, then do
- Short, unhurried visits
- Questions welcome, from kids and parents
What happens at the dentist.
- 1
Say hello
Dr Lalitya meets your child, explains things in simple words and lets them see and touch the instruments before anything starts.
Visit 1 - 2
Count the teeth
A gentle check of the teeth, gums and bite. X-rays only if they are needed.
Visit 1 - 3
Shiny and clean
Cleaning, fluoride varnish and, where useful, sealants on the back teeth to help protect them from decay.
Visit 1 or 2 - 4
Fix what needs fixing
Fillings, baby tooth pulp treatment, caps or extractions, done at a pace your child can manage.
If needed - 5
High five, and home
We show you how to brush your child's teeth, talk about food and drinks, and book the next check-up.
Every 6 months
Care for little teeth.
Treatment is always explained to you first, and to your child in words they understand.
First check-ups
From the first tooth or first birthday, so the dentist becomes a familiar, friendly place.
Cleaning & fluoride
Gentle cleaning and fluoride varnish to strengthen young teeth.
Sealants
A thin protective coat on the chewing surfaces of back teeth to keep decay out of the grooves.
Fillings for baby teeth
Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth, so small cavities are treated before they cause pain.
Baby tooth root canal
Pulp treatment and caps to save a badly decayed or infected baby tooth.
Habits & early bite checks
Thumb sucking, mouth breathing or grinding, and an early look at how the teeth are coming in.
Healthy teeth, age by age.
Tips to be checked by Dr Lalitya
Babies & toddlers
Wipe the gums after feeds, start brushing with the first tooth, and plan the first dental visit by the first birthday.
Little ones
Brush twice a day with a pea-sized smear of fluoride toothpaste, and help them brush until they can do it well.
School age
The first adult molars arrive around 6. Ask about sealants, and keep sweets and sticky snacks to mealtimes.
Teens
A good time for a bite check with our orthodontists, and a mouthguard for contact sports.
Dr Lalitya Dandamudi
Chief Paediatric & General Dentist, 14 years of practice. At both GIA clinics, 10 AM to 8:30 PM.
- DegreeMDS, Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry, M R Ambedkar Dental College, Bengaluru
- TrainingRotary endodontics; conscious sedation
- Special interestFacial prosthetic rehabilitation for children with syndromic face deformities
- PracticeEarlier paediatric and general practice in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam
From the parents.
across both clinics
"We visited Gia Clinic for my 8-year-old daughter's root canal treatment, and the entire experience was exceptional. Dr. Lalitya was extremely gentle, patient, and understanding. She took special care to comfort my daughter, who was quite nervous in the beginning."
"The way Dr. Lalitya explained every step, used calm words, and built trust before starting the procedure really made a big difference. My daughter felt safe and confident throughout."
"Dr Lalithya explained the procedure clearly and made sure I was comfortable throughout. Her expertise, patience and attention to detail gave me a lot of confidence."
At both clinics.
★ 5.0 · 874 reviewsGunadala
- Address
- Near Hyatt Place, Zion High School Road, 3rd Street, Gunadala, Vijayawada 520004
- Doctors
- Dr Lalitya Dandamudi
- Phone
- 090772 93949
★ 5.0 · 374 reviewsGurunanak Colony
- Address
- Funtimes, Club Road, opposite Red Box Restaurant, New Postal Colony-2, RTC Colony, Vijayawada 520010
- Doctors
- Dr Lalitya Dandamudi
- Phone
- 092814 93949
Common questions.
Answers to be checked by the doctor
When should my child first see a dentist?
Ideally when the first tooth comes in, or by the first birthday. Early visits help catch problems and get children used to the dentist.
Do baby teeth really need fillings?
Yes. Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth and help with eating and speech, and untreated decay can cause pain and infection.
What if my child is scared?
Dr Lalitya is trained in behaviour management and takes things step by step. For some children, conscious sedation may be discussed.
What are sealants?
Sealants are thin coatings painted on the chewing surfaces of back teeth. They help keep food and germs out of the grooves.