Our story
About Us
At Tamworth Paediatric Dentistry, we provide expert, child-focused dental care to nurture healthy smiles for life. Founded in 2015 and led by specialist Dr. Prashanth Dhanpal, our practice combines advanced paediatric dentistry with gentle, personalised approaches to ensure positive experiences for children and peace of mind for parents.
about us
Our History & Vision
Tamworth Paediatric Dentistry was established in 2015 as the Hunter New England branch of North Shore Paediatric Dentistry. Founded by Dr. Prashanth Dhanpal, our practice brings specialist paediatric dental care to regional NSW, building on decades of clinical expertise and academic leadership in children’s oral health.
We believe in creating “smiles that go miles” through preventive, compassionate care tailored to each child’s unique needs. Our child-first approach focuses on early intervention, education, and positive dental experiences to establish lifelong healthy habits. By combining specialist expertise with genuine warmth, we aim to transform children’s dental health while empowering families with knowledge and confidence.
We believe in creating “smiles that go miles” through preventive, compassionate care tailored to each child’s unique needs. Our child-first approach focuses on early intervention, education, and positive dental experiences to establish lifelong healthy habits. By combining specialist expertise with genuine warmth, we aim to transform children’s dental health while empowering families with knowledge and confidence.
Our doctors
Meet our Specialists
Dr Prashanth Kumar Dhanpal
BDS, MDS, AdvDipDs, FDS RCS(Edin), Mpaed RCS(Edin), MRACDS(Paed Dent), FPFA, FICD
“Dr Prashanth has a unique gift for helping children feel at ease, turning what can be a daunting experience into a positive one. His calm, patient approach and real-world understanding of children’s needs allow him to provide care that is both reassuring and effective.
A devoted father himself, Dr Prashanth brings empathy and insight to every appointment. Outside of dentistry, he’s a passionate cricket enthusiast, always ready to chat about the game he loves”
Dr Andrea Fenwicke
BMedSc, BOralH (DentSc), GDipDent, DClinDent (Paediatric Dentistry), MRACDS (PDS), MRACDS (Paed)
“Dr Andrea is a gentle, caring paediatric dentist who believes every child deserves a positive and comfortable dental experience. Known for her kind and compassionate nature, she takes the time to make each patient feel safe, supported, and at ease during their visits.
Outside the clinic, Dr Andrea loves spending time with her dog Ralph, who keeps her smiling just as much as her patients do!”
Our Commitment to Education
We believe knowledge is the foundation of lifelong dental health. Our team stays at the forefront of paediatric dentistry through ongoing professional development, while our community outreach programs bring fun, engaging dental education to local schools and families. By making oral health education accessible and enjoyable, we help children develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.
