The first dentistry consultation should happen in the first year of life and allows to prevent the development of oral health problems. In the speciality of Dental Medicine , at Hospital da Luz Lisboa, the Paediatric Dentistry consultation is dedicated to the oral health of children, using a specific approach adequate to each stage of development. Our service has a specific stretcher for children up to 3 years old, where they can have their consultations and necessary dental treatments (cavities, for instance), in a safer and more comfortable way and always with the support of parents. Note that: According to data from the World Health Organization, cavities in early childhood are increasingly frequent; It is very important to early diagnose and prevent potential problems, to guarantee healthy teeth in the future; The first consultation should happen before 1 year of age, for parent counselling, and afterwards every six months, as a routine. Schedule your appointment through our usual channels: MYLUZ , by phone 217 104 400 or at hospitaldaluz.pt/lisboa/ .