Regular brushing with fluoride toothpaste and regular preventive care dental appointments for check-ups, cleaning of teeth and fluoride treatment are key to good dental health for your child. But there are other things that you should be doing to [...]
Let’s face it. The thought of going to a dentist scares most people young and old alike. Many of these fears stem from what we see, hear, or read about dentists. If we grow up with parents who are [...]
Starting dental checkups early will help protect your child's teeth from potential dental problems or emergencies. When to start? Well, the first visit can be as early as a few month, but it's best to go as soon as [...]
As your child grows and permanent teeth come in, they may experience crowding of the teeth, which can change your child’s smile and facial shape, cause discomfort, or pose trouble with their gums and bite. Below, we’ve answered important [...]
A national study by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2016) revealed that over 40% of Australian children aged 5-10 years had some form of tooth decay. In fact, preventable hospitalisations from dental conditions is the most common cause [...]
Children's dentistry is a special interest here at CHOC. Almost half of Australian children by the age of 6 years old would have experienced tooth decay. We believe a gentle friendly approach to dental care at an early age [...]
