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Children's Dentists in Prague

Prague dental clinics that list children's dentist among their treatments, with languages spoken and where to find each clinic’s own price list.

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46 children's dentists in Prague

Finding a dentist for your child in Prague

In the Czech Republic, children are usually registered with a children’s dentist (dětský zubní lékař, also called a paediatric dentist or pedostomatolog) or with a general dentist who also treats children. The clinics listed on this page say on their own websites that they treat children. Some are specialist paediatric practices; others are family clinics that see both adults and children.

If you’re new to Prague, start looking early. Children’s dentists can be in high demand, and you may need to contact several clinics before you find one that will register your child. Our guide on how to register with a dentist explains the process, and your health insurer can help if you can’t find a place.

When should my child first see a dentist?

The NHS advises taking your child to the dentist when their first milk teeth appear, or before they’re 12 months old. Early visits help your child get used to the dentist, and let the dentist spot problems early and give you advice on caring for their teeth.

Short, positive visits help. Many children’s dentists start with a simple check where the child sits on a parent’s lap. Tell your child what to expect in simple, calm words, and avoid using the dentist as a threat.

What Czech public insurance covers for children

Children and teenagers under 18 who are covered by Czech public health insurance get more generous dental cover than adults. At a dentist with a contract with your insurer:

  • Two preventive check-ups a year are covered (adults get one).
  • White (composite) fillings are fully covered, including higher-grade layered fillings.
  • Root canal treatment is fully covered on all teeth, whatever the method.
  • Orthodontic treatment (braces) has limited cover for children and teenagers; parents often pay part of the cost.

Since 1 January 2024, children under 18 with a long-term residence permit are included in the public health insurance system. If your child is covered by private insurance instead, check the policy’s dental section, as cover is often limited. See our guide to Czech health insurance and dental care.

Looking after your child’s teeth at home

The NHS gives this guidance on fluoride toothpaste:

  • Up to 3 years: brush twice a day with a smear of toothpaste containing at least 1,000 ppm fluoride.
  • 3 to 6 years: brush at least twice a day with a pea-sized amount of toothpaste containing 1,000–1,500 ppm fluoride.
  • 7 and over: use toothpaste containing 1,350–1,500 ppm fluoride.

Encourage children to spit out after brushing rather than rinse, and supervise brushing until they can do it properly themselves. Brushing should take about two minutes.

Dental emergencies with children

If your child knocks out a baby (milk) tooth, don’t try to put it back. If they knock out an adult (permanent) tooth, act quickly: our emergency dentist page explains the first-aid steps. Prague has public dental emergency services for children in the evenings and at weekends, including at Spálená street in Prague 1 and Motol University Hospital in Prague 5. Check current opening hours before you go. If your child has swelling that makes it hard to breathe or swallow, call 155 or 112.

Questions to ask a children’s dentist

  • Do you register children, or only treat them for one-off visits?
  • Which dentist would see my child, and do they speak English (or our language)?
  • Do you have a contract with our health insurer?
  • How do you help nervous children?
  • Can a parent stay with the child during treatment?
  • If treatment under sedation or general anaesthetic is ever needed, where would you refer us?
  • Do you offer appointments outside school hours?
  • How do you remind us when the next check-up is due?

Useful Czech words

EnglishCzech
Children’s dentistdětský zubní lékař / pedostomatolog
Milk (baby) toothmléčný zub
Check-uppreventivní prohlídka
Registrationregistrace
Fillingvýplň / plomba
Bracesrovnátka

Moving to Prague with children

If your child had a dentist in your home country, ask them for a copy of your child’s dental records and recent X-rays before you move. Find out whether any treatment is planned or due, such as fillings, sealants or orthodontic checks, so the new dentist can continue it. Once you have Czech health insurance, register your child with a dentist as soon as you can rather than waiting for a problem.

Preparing for the first visit

Bring your child’s health insurance card and any dental records from your home country. If your child has had treatment before, a short written summary in English helps the dentist. Choose a time of day when your child is usually rested and fed, and let the clinic know in advance if your child is anxious or has any additional needs.

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Children's dentist prices in Prague

We don’t quote prices ourselves. Costs depend on your diagnosis and the materials used, so get a written quote after an examination. These clinics publish their own price lists:

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