We book children of all ages, so bring the whole family along. A good part of a child’s appointment is spent showing them how to look after their own teeth.
One of our goals is to make sure this and future generations grow up without a fear of the dental clinic. We look forward to seeing your children for a first visit and watching them grow year after year.
Choosing a dentist for your child matters
Instilling good habits early, in an environment that is comfortable and even a bit fun, is essential for a lifetime of good oral health. Children’s teeth can be very susceptible to cavities at a young age, for a number of reasons.
Why children’s teeth are more at risk
Children are not able to brush well on their own, so it is important for parents to stay involved in daily dental care. That is what gets the teeth properly clean and builds the habit at the same time.
Small children also tend to eat more often across the day. Every time you eat, your mouth produces acid, so grazing results in prolonged acid exposure, which can cause more cavities.
A tooth that is not as clean as it should be will be exposed to acid whenever food and juice contact it, and that acid speeds up the development of cavities.
The good news
Identifying poor dietary and hygiene habits early, along with applying a fluoride varnish to mineralising teeth, can significantly reduce the chance of your child developing a cavity.
Give us a call on (08) 9306 2755 to arrange a first visit.