Children’s Dentistry
Children’s Dentist at Queanbeyan Dental Clinic
Providing Comprehensive & Gentle Dental Care for Every Child In our world, it is easy to forget to take care of ourselves, and this is especially the case when it comes to taking care of our teeth. From the moment a child’s teeth start growing, it is recommended that they are brought in for regular check-ups throughout their childhood.
Start Them Young
Early and frequent dental visits are important for establishing good habits and fostering healthy teeth and gums for life. Once those pearly whites start forming, it is a good idea to seek a professional’s opinion on a child’s teeth development.
Another way to ensure your child gets comfortable with seeing a dentist from a young age is to take them along to your own dental appointments. That way, they can observe what happens during mum and dad’s dental visits – show them that it isn’t scary and completely ordinary!
As soon as a child understands that everyone goes to the dentist, their own visit will be seen as normal and that there is no need for nerves.
At What Age Should a Child First See a Dentist?
As recommended by the Australian Dental Association, a child’s first dental visit should occur when their first tooth is visible, or when they turn one – whichever comes first.
This may seem early to some, but it is the ideal time to check and assess tooth enamel, gums, and tissue. Early check-ups allow the dentist to review the likelihood of future decay risk as well as look at potential issues that may affect cleaning and feeding.
Benefits Of Early Childhood Dental Visits
Be informed on how your child’s teeth are developing
By assessing the growth and development of your child’s teeth, we can uncover potential problems early on. Staying aware of teeth development allows you to introduce preventative dental care, alongside all-important dental appointments.
Get to know the dentist
The first few visits to a new dental practice are intended to be relaxed and informal. At Queanbeyan Dental Clinic, our goal is to make sure that your child is as comfortable as possible so they have a largely positive experience.
Prevent dental anxiety
When you first try something, there are usually feelings of unease, stress, and even fear. The Queanbeyan Dental Clinic team are dedicated to making your child’s first visits to the dentist positive and enjoyable. And if possible, we will avoid treating any issues in the initial appointments so that your child’s first memories of the dentist involves minimal stress.
What Do Children Dental Check-Ups Involve?
- Examination of teeth and gums
- Cleaning
- Fluoride treatments
- Sealants
- X-rays or other diagnostic procedures (if necessary)
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