Artarmon · Orthodontics for children

A head start on a winning smile

A straight, confident smile starts early. Gentle early orthodontic care guides your child's teeth and jaw into proper alignment — preventing future problems and setting up a healthy, beautiful smile for life.

Payment plans available

Spread the cost of your child's orthodontic treatment into manageable repayments. A $50 consultation fee applies.

Caring for Artarmon families for 40+ years
Led by Dr Radhika Bhatla — Platinum Invisalign & Angel Aligner provider
Gentle, child-friendly approach

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Problems to watch for

Signs to watch for in growing children

Malocclusions — or "bad bites" — like these can benefit from early diagnosis and a simple orthodontic evaluation. Spotting them while your child is still growing usually means shorter, gentler treatment.

Crossbite of front teeth — top front teeth sitting behind the bottom teeth

Crossbite — front teethTop front teeth sit behind the bottom teeth.

Crossbite of back teeth — top back teeth biting inside the bottom teeth

Crossbite — back teethTop back teeth bite to the inside of the bottom teeth.

Dental crowding — teeth overlapping and twisting from lack of room

CrowdingNot enough room, so teeth overlap or twist.

Open bite — front teeth not meeting when the back teeth are closed

Open biteFront teeth don't meet when the back teeth are closed.

Protrusion — upper front teeth sticking out beyond the lowers

ProtrusionUpper front teeth stick out beyond the lowers.

Deep bite — upper front teeth covering too much of the lower teeth

Deep biteUpper front teeth cover too much of the lowers.

Underbite — lower teeth sitting in front of the upper teeth

UnderbiteLower teeth sit in front of the upper teeth when the back teeth are closed.

SpacingNoticeable gaps between the teeth.

Oral habits — thumb and finger sucking affecting dental development

Oral habitsThumb or finger-sucking affecting development.

Also worth a check if you notice…

early or late loss of baby teeth · difficulty chewing or biting · mouth breathing · jaws that shift or make sounds · speech difficulties · biting the cheek or roof of the mouth · facial imbalance · grinding or clenching.

A staged approach

The three stages of early orthodontic treatment

Because your child's teeth, jaws and muscles are still developing, treating at the right stage means more effective, longer-lasting results.

Prevention & interception

Ages 3–6 · Baby teeth

Guiding healthy jaw development, facial symmetry and habits before problems take hold.

Jaw position & symmetry
Tooth spacing & alignment
Breathing & oral habits — thumb-sucking, mouth breathing, tongue thrusting

Interception & correction

Ages 7–9 · Mixed dentition

As permanent teeth emerge, we check how the jaws align and whether there's room for all teeth — especially the canines.

Braces or removable appliances
Space maintainers to guide eruption
Palatal expanders for narrow arches & breathing

Correction & rehabilitation

Ages 10+ · Permanent teeth

Final alignment of the teeth and jaws for a healthy bite, comfortable jaw and a confident smile.

Traditional braces or clear aligners (Invisalign® & Angel Aligner™)
Bite correction for healthy jaw function
Discreet, nearly-invisible options

Meet Dr Radhika — press play

Meet your orthodontic dentist

Dr Radhika Bhatla

BDS (ADC SYD) · PGDip Digital Orthodontics · Platinum Invisalign Provider · Angel Aligner Provider

Dr Radhika has a particular passion for orthodontics and children's dentistry. An accredited Invisalign, Angel Aligner and ClearCorrect provider, she holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Orthodontics and completed the Clear Ortho International master's course — and she treats with both the Invisalign® and Angel Aligner™ systems, with her Platinum Invisalign status reflecting years of hands-on aligner experience.

Together with her husband Dr Nick Mehta, Radhika has cared for the Artarmon community since 2013. Parents regularly comment on her gentle, reassuring approach with children — making every visit calm and positive.

Why start early?

Why early orthodontic treatment?

Orthodontics does far more than straighten teeth. Starting while your child is still growing helps:

Build a healthy bite

Aligns the jaws and chewing muscles so the bite works comfortably.

Improve the smile & profile

Supports balanced facial development and smile aesthetics.

Prevent bigger problems

Heads off long-term issues like crowding and misalignment.

Simplify future treatment

Often makes any later orthodontics shorter and easier.

What to expect in your child's journey

X-rays & digital scans — a detailed view of teeth, jawbones and facial structure to plan the most effective treatment.
Dental impressions & models — so we can plan precise, gentle tooth movement.
Before & after photos — so your child can see their amazing smile transformation.

One team · one community

The people behind your child's smile

For over 40 years, Artarmon Dentists has cared for local families as a warm, family-owned practice. Our friendly team makes children feel relaxed and right at home — from their very first visit.

Our story

Get to know Artarmon Dentists

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A closer look at life at Artarmon Dentists — the practice, the people and the gentle care behind every young smile.

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Give your child a head start

Concerned about your child's teeth or bite — or simply want peace of mind? Early advice is the best first step.

A gentle, child-friendly assessment
A clear explanation of what (if anything) is needed
Payment plans available to spread the cost
Led by Dr Radhika Bhatla, Platinum Invisalign & Angel Aligner provider

A $50 consultation fee applies

This covers your child's assessment with our orthodontic team. Payment plans are available for any treatment that follows.

It only takes a minute, and there's no obligation.

Visit us — Artarmon

Shop 3, 110–114 Hampden Rd, Artarmon NSW 2064 · (02) 9412 4232

Orthodontic treatment requires a consultation to determine suitability, and outcomes vary between individuals. A $50 consultation fee applies. Payment plans are subject to provider terms and approval. Any dental procedure carries risks and benefits — before proceeding, seek advice from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

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1Our team will give you a call to find a time that suits and answer any questions you have.
2At the $50 consultation, we'll gently assess your child's teeth, bite and jaw development.
3You'll get a clear plan — including payment plan options to spread the cost of any treatment.