Key Takeaways
- Dr. Yasmin Kottait sees the world through a child’s eyes and shapes every visit to each child’s individual needs, comfort, and readiness.
- Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic’s sensory room, interactive waiting area, and child-friendly spaces help children become familiar with the clinic before their appointment.
- Gradual familiarization and gentle behavior management techniques let children move through each step at their own pace.
- Dr. Yasmin works closely with families to understand each child’s preferences and support them throughout their dental care journey.

Dubai, UAE – Every child should feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for from the moment they arrive. For children with ADHD, sensory sensitivities, and developmental differences, that feeling starts with a Pediatric Dentist in Dubai who takes time to listen and adapt. Dr. Yasmin Kottait, a kid’s favorite Pediatric Dentist with more than 20 years of experience, builds every visit around the child in her chair.

Her approach to special needs Pediatric Dentistry combines clinical experience with psychology-informed & child-centered care. At Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic, on the first floor of Town Centre Jumeirah, she and her pediatric dental team welcome children of all abilities and shape each visit around their individual needs.


A New Clinic With a Clear Purpose
After more than two decades of caring for children’s smiles, Dr. Yasmin recently opened Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic.
Her goal is to build a space where every child, including those with ADHD, autism, and sensory sensitivities, can receive gentle, expert dental care in an environment designed around them.

Every detail of the clinic, from its sensory room to its playful Sunshine Land theme, reflects this vision of inclusive, joyful dentistry that helps children build healthy habits and lifelong confidence.

Seeing the World Through a Child’s Eyes
Children with sensory sensitivities may notice bright lights, sounds, smells, and textures more strongly. Children with ADHD often bring lively energy and quick curiosity to every new place. Dr. Yasmin Kottait views each of these traits as part of who the child is. She uses them to guide how she paces the visit, how she explains each step, and how she supports the child’s emotional comfort.
Families often ask what makes the best Pediatric Dentist in Dubai for a child with sensory needs. For Dr. Yasmin, the answer lies in empathy, patience, and an understanding of child psychology.


A Friendly First Meeting
Every journey starts with a warm hello. Dr. Yasmin gets to know the child and parents, listens attentively to their concerns, and makes sure everyone feels comfortable from the very start. She works with families to understand their child’s preferences, routines, and sensory needs.

For children who benefit from additional preparation, Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic offers a social story. It introduces the clinic, the dental team, and the different stages of an appointment. Children and their families learn what to expect before, during, and after their visit, so the clinic already feels familiar when they arrive.


A Clinic Built Around Comfort
Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic offers a sensory room, an interactive waiting area, and child-friendly spaces that help children become familiar with the clinic environment before their appointment. In this playful kingdom, children meet the citizens of Sunshine Land, who help them learn healthy habits and build confidence with every visit.

For a child with ADHD, the interactive waiting area gives curious minds an engaging place to explore. For a child with sensory sensitivities, the sensory room offers a calm and gentle start. Together, these spaces help every child settle in at their own pace.


Gentle Care at the Child’s Pace
Dr. Yasmin starts slowly and follows the child’s pace. She uses gentle behavior management techniques so the dental chair feels friendly and familiar. Through gradual familiarization and sensory-aware strategies, children get to know the chair, the light, and each new sensation one step at a time.

Her training adds extra depth to this care. As an IBCCES Certified Autism Specialist, Dr. Yasmin uses evidence-based, ABA-informed approaches adapted to each child. Her diploma in Cognitive-Based Hypnotherapy supports her use of hypnodontics, which helps children stay calm and comfortable during treatment.

When it helps, Dr. Yasmin also uses nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, to support comfort and ease anxiety during the visit. She practices the least invasive treatment method first and discusses the benefits, risks, and alternatives fully with parents before any decision.

Joyful and Memorable Dental Visits
Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic incorporates rewards, creative activities, and thoughtful gestures into every visit. These child-friendly touches help children feel more comfortable and engaged, and they encourage positive associations with dental care. Many parents share that their children look forward to their next appointment.

Her kid-whispering powers and fun dentistry approach make Dr. Yasmin a good Pediatric Dentist in Dubai families trust for children who need a little extra understanding.


What Parents Can Share With the Team
Dr. Yasmin invites families to share a few details before the first visit:
- Their child’s favorite activities, shows, or comfort items
- Any sensory sensitivities, such as reactions to light, sound, or touch
- Words, routines, or strategies that help their child feel calm
- Previous dental experiences and how their child felt about them
- Any concerns the family would like to discuss


Supporting Families Throughout the Journey
Dr. Yasmin sees parents as partners in their child’s care. She teaches simple brushing and flossing tips, guides children toward smart food choices, and helps families build positive oral health habits at home.
Regular follow-up visits let her track growth, spot early changes, and keep every smile bright. As a trusted kids dentist in Dubai, families return year after year; she helps each child grow more confident with every visit.



Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Yasmin treat children with ADHD and sensory needs?
Yes, Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic welcomes children of all abilities. Dr. Yasmin adapts each visit to the child’s individual needs, comfort, and readiness.

What is a social story?
A social story introduces the clinic, the dental team, and the different stages of an appointment, so children know what to expect.

How does my child settle in on the day?
The sensory room, interactive waiting area, and child-friendly spaces help children become familiar with the clinic before their appointment begins.

Can my child complete dental work while awake?
Yes, Dr. Yasmin completes many fillings and extractions while children stay awake and comfortable in the chair. She keeps general anesthesia for cases that genuinely require it.

When should my child first visit a pediatric dentist?
Book the first visit by your child’s first birthday, or within six months of the first tooth appearing.

How often should my child visit?
Routine check-ups every six months help the team monitor your child’s oral development and guide preventive care.


Book Your Child’s Visit to Sunshine Land
Healthy children make a healthy future generation. To bring out our children’s potential, their journey starts with a healthy tooth and a confident smile.

Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry Clinic brings together a psychology-informed philosophy, a playful environment, and expert Pediatric Dentistry that families in Dubai can rely on.

Book a consultation with Dr. Yasmin Kottait at Sunshine Land Pediatric Dentistry, First Floor, Town Centre Jumeirah, Dubai.


About Dr. Yasmin Kottait:
Having dedicated over 20 years of her career to spreading smiles and imparting knowledge of oral hygiene to children, Dr. Yasmin is a renowned name as the best Dentist for Kids in Dubai. Her joyful personality and magical kid-whispering powers make dental appointments for kids an easy sail – and lots of fun, that they never miss a single dental appointment with her! Dr. Yasmin is also one of the few Autism-friendly Dentists in the region, with a diploma in Cognitive Based Hypnotherapy and IBCCES Autism certification.