Kids Dentistry in Wentworth Point
As dental professionals we believe in preventive dental care and encourage our patients to bring their children to the practice from an early age. Regular check-ups from an early age will ensure children don’t suffer from untreated dental decay, which can have devastating effects on their growing dentition. Regular check-ups can also help to identify dentofacial developmental issues with children, allowing for early intervention and better long-term outcomes.
- Fillings
- Tooth coloured restorations
- Fissure sealants
- Check up and clean
- Clear aligners
- Helps with the development of healthy teeth and gums.
- Reduces the risk of developing tooth decay and reduces need for fillings.
- Helps reduce fears or phobias of the dentist by becoming accustomed to visiting the dentist at an early age.
Children are usually ready for their first visit around age four.
Talk about the visit in simple, positive terms and let them know the dentist will help look after their teeth.
A soft-bristled, age-appropriate toothbrush with a small head is usually recommended for children.
For children under five, a smear of kids toothpaste is generally suitable. From five onwards, a pea-sized amount of adult toothpaste is commonly used.
Guide their hand, brush together in front of a mirror, and supervise until they can brush thoroughly on their own.
Regular check-ups are generally recommended every six months, although this may vary based on individual needs.
Two minutes, twice a day, is a common guideline.
Children typically start flossing when two teeth are touching and cannot be cleaned easily with a toothbrush alone.
Keeping the conversation calm and simple, practising slow breathing, or bringing a familiar comfort item may help them feel more at ease.
This funding from Medicare provides basic dental services to children. Dental services are capped at $1,132 over 2 consecutive calendar years.
- Examinations
- X-rays
- Cleaning
- Fissure Sealing
- Fillings
- Root Canals
- Extractions
To be eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, the patient must:
Be aged 2 to 17 years for at least 1 day of the calendar year
Be eligible for Medicare
Receive, or be part of a family receiving, certain Australian Government payments
