Karine MARGAIRAZ

Dr. Karine Margairaz is a dentist specializing in pediatric dentistry, providing comprehensive dental care for children and teenagers aged 0 to 18. With extensive experience in children’s dentistry, she supports young patients from the appearance of their first baby teeth through adolescence. Her expertise covers a wide range of pediatric dental treatments, including routine dental check-ups, cavity prevention, tooth decay treatment, dental extractions, broken teeth and children’s dental emergencies. She holds a University Diploma in Clinical Pediatric Dentistry from Université Paris Cité and further developed her expertise under Professor Frédéric Courson in the Pediatric Dentistry Department at Hôpital Bretonneau in Paris. She also completed specialized training in pediatric orthodontics through APOP in Paris, earning her diploma in 2023.

Dedicated to children’s oral health, Dr. Karine Margairaz places particular emphasis on preventive dental care, early detection of dental problems and healthy tooth development. From a child’s first dental appointment to more specific treatments, she adapts her approach to each patient’s age, individual needs and level of comfort. Her expertise in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for children enables her to monitor dental development, assess tooth alignment and guide families towards effective oral hygiene habits. Her goal is to prevent cavities and other dental problems from an early age while helping children develop a positive relationship with dental care.

Dr. Karine Margairaz is particularly attentive to children who experience dental anxiety or fear of visiting the dentist. Through a gentle, reassuring and age-appropriate approach, she creates a supportive environment where young patients can feel safe and comfortable. She is trained in conscious sedation using nitrous oxide (MEOPA), a technique that can help reduce anxiety and facilitate certain dental treatments. She also has experience providing dental care for children with special needs, including children with disabilities and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). By adapting communication, treatment methods and appointment routines to each child’s individual requirements, she strives to make every dental visit as comfortable and positive as possible.

For Dr. Karine Margairaz, pediatric dentistry goes beyond treating dental problems. Prevention, patient education and building trust with children and their families are essential aspects of her approach. She believes that positive dental experiences during childhood help establish healthy oral hygiene habits that can last into adulthood. She takes the time to reassure young patients, explain procedures in an age-appropriate way and actively involve parents in their children’s dental care. Speaking French, English and German, she communicates effectively with families from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Her commitment is to provide personalized, compassionate pediatric dental care that supports healthy teeth, confident smiles and long-term oral wellbeing.