Dr Sarah Scott, Specialist Paediatric Dentist

Dr Sarah Scott is a Specialist Paediatric Dentist at Collins Street Specialist Centre. She came to the specialty after more than 15 years as a general dentist in regional New South Wales and in Melbourne's public and private dental sectors, then completed her specialist training in paediatric dentistry through the University of Melbourne. She provides holistic dental care for children and their families on Level 8 of the Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne. To book, phone (03) 9650 2726.

Qualifications

As listed on our team page, Dr Scott holds:

• BBiomedSci (Hons), a Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours
• BDent, a Bachelor of Dentistry from the University of Sydney
• DClinDent (Paeds), a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in paediatric dentistry

From general dentist to children's specialist

Dr Scott graduated in dentistry from the University of Sydney in 2007. She spent her first year working in Wagga Wagga, in regional New South Wales, before moving back to Melbourne, where she worked in both public and private dental clinics.

Her long experience in general practice means she has looked after patients of every age, including many families. After more than 15 years in that role, she chose to specialise in children's dentistry and undertook her specialist training at the University of Melbourne. That background gives her a practical understanding of how children's dental care fits in with the care a family receives from its regular dentist.

How Dr Scott approaches a child's visit

Dr Scott enjoys providing holistic care, which means looking at the whole child and the family around them, not only the tooth that is causing concern. That includes how a child eats, sleeps and brushes, what worries them, and what support parents need at home.

Her aim is for each visit to be as positive as possible, so that children leave with a sense of achievement and feel confident about coming back. In practice, that can mean:

• spending the first part of an appointment getting to know the child before looking in their mouth
• explaining each step in simple language and checking the child is ready to continue
• involving parents so they can reinforce good habits between visits
• breaking larger courses of treatment into shorter, manageable appointments where that is suitable

What our paediatric dentists provide

Like her colleagues, Dr Scott offers the range of specialist children's dentistry, from check-ups and preventive advice to fillings, crowns for baby teeth, extractions and care after injuries. Children with complex needs or a large amount of treatment may be offered sedation or a general anaesthetic, and every option comes with benefits and risks that will be explained to you first. Our paediatric dentistry page describes the specialty in more detail.

Confirming her registration

Dr Scott's AHPRA registration number is DEN0002029727, listed as Registered Dentist, Specialist, with specialist registration in Paediatric Dentistry. You can look up any dental practitioner on the public register at ahpra.gov.au.

What to bring to your child's first appointment

• your child's health history and any medicines they take
• previous dental records or X-rays, if your family dentist has them
• notes on any concerns you have noticed, such as pain, discoloured teeth or difficulty brushing
• a favourite toy or comforter for a younger child
• your private health fund card

Dr Scott's colleagues in paediatric dentistry

Dr Scott practises alongside Specialist Paediatric Dentists Dr Susan Hinckfuss, Dr Angel Babu and Dr Aish Kesava. Specialists in orthodontics and other fields work in the same practice, which helps when a child's care involves more than one specialist.

Frequently asked questions

Is a referral needed for my child to see Dr Scott?

Please confirm the referral requirements for your child when you call (03) 9650 2726 to book. Whether or not you have a referral, any letters, X-rays or records from your family dentist are helpful, so bring them along to the first appointment.

Can our family dentist stay involved?

Yes. With your consent, Dr Scott can send a summary to your family dentist after the consultation or a course of treatment. Many children return to their regular dentist for routine care once specialist treatment is complete.

What does holistic dental care mean for my child?

It means Dr Scott considers your child's overall health, habits, family routines and feelings about the dentist when planning care. Advice on diet, brushing and prevention is shaped to what will work at home, alongside any treatment your child needs.

How long is a first appointment?

Appointment length depends on your child's age and needs. Our team will let you know what to expect when you book. A first visit usually focuses on getting to know your child, a gentle examination and a discussion of findings and options, rather than starting treatment straight away.

Related pages

• Paediatric dentistry
• Dr Susan Hinckfuss
• Dr Angel Babu
• Dr Aish Kesava
• Our team
• Our location
• Contact us

Collins Street Specialist Centre at a glance

• Registered specialists in oral and maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics and paediatric dentistry, in one practice.
• Level 8, Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne, on the corner of Collins and Swanston Streets.
• Payment plans through Payright, TLC and Supercare, subject to eligibility.
• Call (03) 9650 2726 or email theteam@collinsstreetspecialistcentre.com.au.

Contact Collins Street Specialist Centre

Every patient is different, so results, recovery times and potential risks vary from person to person. This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for a consultation. Seek advice from an appropriately qualified, AHPRA-registered practitioner before proceeding with treatment.