Pediatric Dentistry for Expat Families near Taepyeong Station, Seongnam
The Seoul Dental Clinic treats children with fluoride care, baby-tooth fillings, stainless steel crowns and space maintainers, with English-language consultation for parents.
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The Seoul Dental Clinic treats children with fluoride care, baby-tooth fillings, stainless steel crowns and space maintainers, with English-language consultation for parents. Published children's fees run from ₩30,000 to ₩250,000 depending on the treatment. We are by Taepyeong Station Exit 5 in Sujin-dong, Seongnam.
Children's and comfort care in Seongnam
Preventive Care and Fluoride
Good children's dentistry starts before there is a problem. A regular check lets the dentist look at how new teeth are coming in, spot early soft spots on enamel and talk to you about brushing and snacks.
Fluoride application is part of our published children's price list. It strengthens enamel and is usually quick, which makes it a gentle way for a young child to get used to the dental chair.
How often your child should come depends on their age, their diet and how their teeth look. Your dentist will suggest a schedule after the first examination.
The dentist will explain each step in plain English, and you can ask about whether you may stay with your child during the visit. Many young children settle more easily after a short, simple first appointment.
At home, the habits that matter most are the ordinary ones: brushing twice a day with a suitable amount of toothpaste, helping with brushing while the child is young, and keeping sugary drinks and sticky snacks to mealtimes where possible.
- Early check of erupting teeth
- Fluoride application
- Brushing and diet advice for parents, in English
- Guidance on bottles, pacifiers and thumb-sucking habits
Pediatric Dentist for Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin and Bundang Residents
Many expat families in Seongnam live around Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin and Sinheung, and others come from the Bundang side along the Suin-Bundang Line. The clinic is next to Taepyeong Station Exit 5, so a visit can fit around school or kindergarten without a long trip.
Families near Gachon University and Wirye New Town also use the same Line 8 and Suin-Bundang Line stations to reach us. The clinic is open Monday to Wednesday 09:30–20:30, Thursday 09:30–19:00, Friday 09:30–18:30 and Saturday 09:30–13:00, with no lunch break; it is closed on Sundays and open on public holidays.
If you travel with a stroller or small children, plan your route in a map app and allow generous time. We do not publish travel times or accessibility details, so ask the clinic if you have a specific need.
A close, familiar clinic also helps a child. Children often cope better with a place they have seen before and a dentist they recognize, which is one reason to choose a clinic you can return to easily.
Fillings and Crowns for Baby Teeth
Baby teeth matter. They hold space for the adult teeth and help your child chew and speak, so decay in them is worth treating.
Small cavities in baby teeth are treated with a filling. When a tooth has more damage, a stainless steel crown can protect it until it falls out naturally. Both appear on our children's price list.
Your dentist will explain what they see, show you the tooth if you wish, and describe the options before starting. Nothing is done without your agreement as the parent.
Which treatment suits a tooth depends on how deep the decay is, which tooth it is and how long it is expected to stay in the mouth. A back baby tooth that must last several more years is treated differently from a front tooth close to falling out.
- Baby-tooth fillings
- Stainless steel crowns for badly damaged baby teeth
- A plan explained to you before treatment starts
Space Maintainers
If a baby tooth is lost early, the neighboring teeth can drift into the gap and leave less room for the adult tooth. A space maintainer is a small appliance that keeps the gap open.
Whether your child needs one depends on which tooth was lost, when, and how the other teeth are positioned. The dentist decides after an examination. A space maintainer is published at ₩250,000.
If your child loses a baby tooth early through decay or an accident, contact the clinic soon. Waiting can allow neighboring teeth to move, which makes the decision harder.
A space maintainer needs care. Children should avoid sticky foods that could pull it loose, and any appliance that feels loose or sore should be checked.
Sedation for Anxious Children
Some children find the dental chair frightening, and a few need longer treatment. Conscious sedation is available at the clinic, with a published fee of ₩300,000 for general sedation and ₩400,000 for sedation with an anesthesiologist.
Sedation is a medical decision. Your dentist will review your child's health and the planned treatment with you first, and will tell you if it is not suitable. See the sedation page for how it works.
Before choosing sedation, many families try a gentler route first, such as a short introductory visit, a calm explanation and a simple first treatment. Your dentist can tell you if that is likely to work for your child.
Tell the dentist about any medical conditions, medicines or allergies, and ask for written instructions about eating and drinking before a sedation visit.
Sedation suitability is decided case by case.
Pediatric Fees
These are the non-covered fees as published by the clinic. Prices are as published; confirm at consultation.
The children's range is wide because it covers different treatments. A fluoride application and a stainless steel crown are not the same amount of work, and the exact fee follows the treatment your child needs.
Ask for the plan and fees in writing if more than one tooth needs attention, so you can see the total before you agree.
| Treatment | Published fee |
|---|---|
| Fluoride application | ₩30,000 |
| Baby-tooth filling | ₩100,000 |
| Baby-tooth filling, between teeth | ₩150,000 |
| Stainless steel crown | ₩200,000 |
| Baby-tooth inlay | ₩200,000 |
| Space maintainer | ₩250,000 |
| Conscious sedation, general | ₩300,000 |
| Conscious sedation, with an anesthesiologist | ₩400,000 |
| Consultation before treatment | Free |
The fee follows the treatment your child needs; your written plan lists each item.
Kids Dentistry FAQ
Short answers to common parent questions follow below. For anything about your own child, the dentist's examination is the right guide.
Helpful details to share when you contact the clinic: your child's age, whether any tooth hurts or looks dark, any earlier dental experience, and any medical conditions or allergies.
What to Bring and What to Tell the Dentist
A little preparation helps a first visit go smoothly for both child and parent.
- Your child's age and a short note on any concerns
- Any earlier dental records or X-rays, if you have them
- A list of medicines, allergies and medical conditions
- Insurance details if you plan to claim abroad
- A calm, simple explanation for your child of what will happen
English-speaking dentists in Seongnam
The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →
Dr. Min Ji Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
- Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University
Dr. Jin Young Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
- Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
- BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University
Dr. Hyun Sung Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Microendodontics Programme, SNU
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Certified Invisalign Provider
- Osstem Implant AIC Programme
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Dr. Hyeonjoon Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
- Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club
Dr. Yu Jin Kim
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan
Pediatric Dentist: frequently asked questions
At what age can my child first see a dentist?
There is no fixed rule on our site. Contact the clinic with your child's age and the dentist can advise on a first visit.
How much does a baby-tooth filling cost?
A baby-tooth filling is published at ₩100,000, or ₩150,000 when the cavity is between teeth. The fee for your child's tooth is confirmed at consultation.
Will the dentist speak English with me?
The clinic states that English-language consultation is available for parents. Please ask when you book.
Can my child have sedation?
Conscious sedation is offered, from ₩300,000. Whether it suits your child is decided by the dentist after reviewing their health.
Do you give receipts for insurance claims?
The clinic states that overseas-insurance paperwork support is available. Ask at the desk before you pay.
Do baby teeth really need fillings?
Often yes. Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth and help with chewing, so decay is worth treating. Your dentist advises on each tooth.
Is fluoride treatment on your price list?
Yes. Fluoride application is published at ₩30,000.
What if my child lost a baby tooth early?
Contact the clinic. The dentist can check whether a space maintainer is needed to keep room for the adult tooth.
Book your child's visit
Message us with your child's age and your main concern. We will reply with next steps for a consultation near Taepyeong Station.
Visit us: Taepyeong Station Exit 5, Seongnam
2–3F, 1225 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (Taepyeong Station Exit 5)
| Monday – Wednesday | 09:30 – 20:30 |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 09:30 – 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 – 18:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 – 13:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Open |
| Lunch break | None — continuous hours |
Parking garage in the building; parking benefits for patients receiving treatment.
